Being “culture smart” about our customs and etiquette
One would think that as Filipinos we already know everything there is to know about being Filipino, right? I thought I did.
And I thought wrong. Boy, was I in for a pleasant surprise. This book “Culture smart: Philippines. A quick guide to customs and etiquette” is a smart, humorous, accurate take of what a Filipino is all about. It’s written by a foreigner couple Graham and Yvonne Colin-Jones, and written for foreigners who wish to visit or do business in our country. But you’d think they were born there!… actually Graham did spend 15 years in our country.
Here is an excerpt -
Don’t be surprised if Filipinos whom you have just met start asking you personal questions, for example about your marital status, your children and how much rent you pay. This is how they try to establish a rapport and build a relationship with you. They don’t intend to pry.
That made me say, “oo nga ano!” 
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