Another not-so-positive trait related to pakikisama is the so-called crab mentality, based on the image of those crabs trying desperately to claw their way out of that wicker basket on the beach.

Given the culture value of pakikisama (group loyalty) and the importance of maintaining social harmony, disagreement or interpersonal tension of any sort is distasteful.

The Filipino value called "pakikisama" (sense of comradeship) is very much at play whenever and wherever you see a group of men robustly enjoying this simple ritual of the barrio.

Extreme smooth interpersonal relationship (sobrang pakikisama). We have a good account, though, of smooth interpersonal relationship (pakikisama).

Pakikisama reflects the bayanihan spirit, which involves cooperation among fellow men to come up with a certain idea or accomplish a certain task.

PAKIKISAMA (getting along with others). It is a value and a goal. "Getting along" is not something which just happens among Filipinos: it must be fostered.

Are we still caught in the frame of hallowed Filipino values like hiya, pakikisama, and smooth interpersonal relations?

Pakikisama means smooth social interaction. Relationship no matter with whom and on what level should be without open conflict.

It may be said that the Filipinos are intelligent, with retentive memory, quick perception, and talents for art and science. They also are g ... They also are gentle, Pass during World War II,

Hiya can be considered the opposite of Pakikisama, and at times it is due to fear of being labeled with hiya that people help one another.