I am from Germany, I can't answer the question but I am not aware of any stereotypes for Filipinos? What kind of stuff do you have to deal with and from whom?
I used to have a strong sense of cultural cringe on being Filipino because of the problems the country faces.
I can only speak for myself. At a time when I'm exposed almost exclusively to local sources, I thought that the Philippines is so bad, the rest of the world so good, that foreigners see us as invaders wanting to take their jobs and money. I also thought that we lacked the self-awareness to realize it and we unknowingly taint the so-called better nations with our presence. That the only cure is to completely purge yourself of your Filipino-ness.
Nowadays, the sterotypes I read about are usually positive (kind, hospitable, etc.) or occupational (maids, nurses, mariners—at least they're not criminal professions).
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Taiatari@lemmynsfw.com · 9 pts · 1y
I am from Germany, I can't answer the question but I am not aware of any stereotypes for Filipinos? What kind of stuff do you have to deal with and from whom?
EmbarrassedBenefit3@reddthat.com · 5 pts · 1y
I used to have a strong sense of cultural cringe on being Filipino because of the problems the country faces.
I can only speak for myself. At a time when I'm exposed almost exclusively to local sources, I thought that the Philippines is so bad, the rest of the world so good, that foreigners see us as invaders wanting to take their jobs and money. I also thought that we lacked the self-awareness to realize it and we unknowingly taint the so-called better nations with our presence. That the only cure is to completely purge yourself of your Filipino-ness.
Nowadays, the sterotypes I read about are usually positive (kind, hospitable, etc.) or occupational (maids, nurses, mariners—at least they're not criminal professions).
neutronbumblebee@mander.xyz · 4 pts · 1y
That's truly sad to hear. Hopefully it will improve as Filipino culture becomes better known worldwide.
TrickDacy@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 1y
I've never heard a single negative stereotype about Filipinos and I live in a pretty racist country: USA
megane_kun@lemmy.zip · 2 pts · 1y
Not really. I tend to operate on a "don't ask, don't tell" basis when it comes to my origins.
it is less of shame and more of an opsec thing.
shalafi@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 1y
My wife is Filipino who has been in America 6 years or so and she is quite proud of it.
Randomgal@lemmy.ca · 2 pts · 1y
I had a few Filipino co-workers who were also very proud of their heritage, they showed me a lot of their cooking.
EmbarrassedBenefit3@reddthat.com · 1 pts · 1y
Yes, let them cook!
Homecooked Filipino meals are so good.