Filipino-American Culture
Johanna Francisco
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Filipino Supersititons: Truth and Consequences
The Filipino culture is abundant with superstitions. It is a part of Filipino custom and traditions. It undeniably influences thoughts and actions whether we are aware of it or not.
Filipino Superstitions: Examples and Possible Origins of Folkloric Beliefs in the Philippines
The Filipino culture is abundant with superstitions. It is a part of Filipino custom and traditions. It undeniably influences thoughts and actions whether we are aware of it or not.
There seems to be a need to always ask the question "Are you Filipino?" whenever two Filipinos meet. The question was recently posted in the discussion page as to why this is and the answer is both simple and complicated.
Surprisingly, for some Filipino Americans Mother's Day is just another date in the calendar. There are reasons why we should take another look at this worthy occasion.
What Every New Filipino Immigrant Should Know
You finally made it to the United States after the nerve-wracking interview to get that visa approved and an 18-hour long flight across the Pacific. The process of living a new life with grand expectations has just began. Hopefully, these suggestion will help somewhat alleviate the task.
Sometimes as Filipinos we tend to set issues of racism aside. Understandably, it is a hard topic to discuss. But our children will ask their questions and what do we say then?
Talk of Philippine Celebrities are not just fodder for gossips, it can be put to good use. Try using it as a conversational piece in breaking the ice and finding common grounds with anyone from aloof teenagers and newly met acquaintances.
As early as 1874, the Philippine Islands have captured the fascination of distinguished professors of the University of Michigan. Later on, Michigan's illustrious sons were key in the legislative and academic development of the Philippine Commonwealth preceding its complete autonomy.
Filipino American parents have the daunting task of raising Filipino American teenagers appreciative of their culture while helping them face the stormy weathers of adolescence.
Filipinos are known for being always late. What is this chronic phenomenon? Is there hope of ever getting there on time?