| − | '''Pakikisama''' is a basic tendency for [[Philippines|Filipino]]s, and is expressed in their private lives, their public workplaces, and in their relationship with their neighbors. According to the results of a survey, the Filipino trait most important to Filipinos is pakikisama. Pakikisama refers to an [[Interpersonal relations|interpersonal relationship]] where people are friendly and harmonious with each other. To be with someone and to get along with each other indicates basic human [[Friendship|friendliness]] and affinity. Pakikisam involves maintaining harmonious relationships and prioritizing group unity over selfishness and/or individualism. It emphasizes such things as [[empathy]], cooperation, and avoiding conflict to foster smooth social interactions and a sense of togetherness. | + | '''Pakikisama''' is a basic tendency for [[Philippines|Filipino]]s, and is expressed in their private lives, their public workplaces, and in their relationship with their neighbors. According to the results of a survey, the Filipino trait most important to Filipinos is pakikisama. Pakikisama refers to an [[Interpersonal relations|interpersonal relationship]] where people are friendly and harmonious with each other. To be with someone and to get along with each other indicates basic human [[Friendship|friendliness]] and affinity. Pakikisam involves maintaining harmonious relationships and prioritizing group unity over selfishness and/or individualism. It emphasizes such things as [[empathy]], cooperation, and avoiding conflict to foster smooth social interactions and a sense of togetherness.<ref> |