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This is a very intelligent interview. He’s extremely observative and very respectful of the culture. I would pay real attention to his advice if anyone plans to move there, which I’m leaning towards to. I really appreciate this interview. Thank you for doing a great job.
Great interview I must say. I’ll say as well the 🇵🇭 is a great place to visit or retire. I’ve been traveling here for decades. I live here for 3 years as well serving in the military. The people are the most, kind , caring and respectful. By far more than other countries I’ve visited. Thanks for sharing I always enjoy your content ✌🏾.
I never experienced any culture shock when I came to the Philippines. However, leaving home in the middle of winter where it is -35C degrees and landing in Manila where it is +35C now that is SHOCK!!! LOL!!
Yeah I've lived far north near the great lakes. Skiing and snowboarding huge hobbies for me most my life. I'm concerned when I get to the PH I'm gonna feel like I'm living in a frying pan😂
Very well spoken guy. Perspective on patience, culture and race is consistent w other expats. Status levels and perceptions often based on media since they have so limited personal exposure. Glad he doesnt take it personal but understands the culture.
Definitely not taking it personal at all. Sometimes it just a matter of sharing culture and being open to reciprocating that desire to learn. I have humbled quite a bit living here and I feel like when I go back home, it will change my outlook on western society. Leaving home teaches some of the greatest lessons we can learn as an adult.
I am Mexican American and my husband Filipino American. Though we were both raised in the USA, our homes were very much culture centered. For example, I was not allowed to speak English in my home as respect to my parents homeland. In our 11 years together and now living in the Philippines, we are still learning so much about our cultural differences and being patient is KEY! There is still so much I am learning, now especially that I am in his home country. I also face a form of racism interactions especially because of colorism..my daughter is brown like her father and I can't go a day without comments about why she does not have my color :( I am proud of my daughter because she always answers "Its ok po, I don't mind what people say because I know I am beautiful and I am proud to be both Mexican and Filipino no matter what other people say or think ." My daughter is 8 years old, we are very proud of her!!!
Great interview Alex I agree with the guy on dating here patience is key and understanding to make things work out cultural differences can also be challenging but it's all worth it I'm. you do some really great interviews and I hope next year I can meet with you and talk about what I've learned and experienced here in the Philippines the hard part for me is getting some of my cousins together to talk to you as well I think it would be more fun that way. Merry Christmas Alex I hope it was a good one🎄
if u marry a filipina girl with educated parents then that family dont depend on their children's support ...it only happened when u marry a less fortunate parents o family...but if u want to give even if they are a well off family then its a choice...coz filipino culture is a ... giving culture...espcly when old age come .
Yeah I agree with him, 1 of our toxic value of Filipino is we have this big inferiority complex that we have little to lack of pride in ourselves because in our culture, being humble is very very important to our lives. We really don't like someone who has a superiority complex, cocky attitude who thinks they own the land. Respect is a big big big thing here especially elders. Another thing is Crab mentality that if someone has gotten their success if life, we tend to be envy of it and try to pull that person down. Half filipinas are really beautiful and we kind of envy of it because pure Filipino physical trait is very different from them like they have a mixed facial feature from other races that is totally unique. in the end, the culture has a pros and cons in all over the world, nothing is perfect.
Great interview as usual. He said so many things I agree with like mestizas or fair skin is preferred that’s why there are so many whitening skincare in stores. I am a Filipina btw
I'm Filipino but i don't agree that any foreigner HAS ro support the Filipino family here, especially if they're only dating. no one is in no way in obligation to support someone's family unless he or she does it out of the goodness of the heart. no one should be forced to pay for the family's needs or expenses. that's just called TAKING ADVANTAGE.
I HAVE SO MANY CULTURE SHOCK AS A FILIPINO TO AMERICAN BUT THE SHOCKING OF THEM ALL IS THE WORLD TRANS-GENDER , IM WONDERING WHY UNTIL NOW THEY DONT KNOW HOW MANY GENDER THERE IS OR THIER WAS
I like when he mentioned to have a financial plan coming over. not to beat a dead horse, but this guy has set boundaries with his girlfriend and what his obligations are to his gf and her family. I help my wife’s family, but you have to have a spine and learn to say no sometimes.- if you’re a simp you WILL get rolled great interview with a seemingly level headed guy.
Unfortunately, Pinoy beauty preferences fall more into the mestiza type - half-Filipino, half-caucasian. Though there has been a growing interest towards the "black beauty," Morena type of beauty in society, it is still small, compared to what the majority prefers to as what is pretty and beautiful. (Case in point: the last two Misses Universe the Philippines have had.)
Learning to trust anyone or even somebody has not easy task because they're so many people that want to take advantage of others to get ahead and life for anything that's what they have to do to do so but I'm a boring Christian and my heart is one of the things I try to reach out to people with and touch theirs and then they realize what type of person I am really having inside internally
This is a good video. The man is very articulate and rational and logical as to his experience in the Philippines and cultural differences he has encountered.
that should definitely be taken into consideration in determining if you have the financial resources to take care of the clan😃 you can live here on the cheap if you avoid the women and bars - a girlfriend/wife will easily add another thousand dollars to your monthly budget.
Another thing I learned about the Philippines. if you get a place with your girlfriend or wife - expect loads of her siblings stopping by at all hours without warning 🤣🤣🤣 if you’re not the type of guy that can stand 20 people at any given moment stopping by and are more of an introvert- the Philippines is not for you 🤣🤣 also , consider that these unexpected visitors can stay anywhere from a few hours to months at a time 😆😆😆 and invariably everyone of them will hit you up for something. 😆😆
as you probably know, most Filipinos are very sensitive, like, on New Year’s Day, after I had already bought gifts for Christmas and foods to celebrate New Year’s Eve , there’ was about 10 of her sisters and kids the next day and one of the sisters asked if I wanted to go to the movies, I said no, I don’t have the budget for that. I’ll either say that , or some other time 😂😂but as you know, never promise a Filipino something, they never forget 🤣🤣 - my Filipino neighbor told me that 🤣🤣
i saw this vlogger who saw 2 kids in their farm climbing a tree and jokingly called them monkey. i was kinda nervous for this vlogger. good thing the parents didn't heard it and the 2 kids was playing along. do not call filipinos monkey or dog or pig or any animal for that matter. the spanish and american occupation hundreds of years ago runs deep in filipinos culture. it's already intertwined in our dna. it's like our 'n' word.
No one should ever call any human an animal. Humans, while having biological similarities, are not animals. We were made in the image of God. Animals were not.
Many yrs, in / out of Phils .. I remember, once, a Filipina said to me "your not a fure American: ? You look different" .. I tried to explain to her,, how it works ..
The U.S. has a lot of influence on the Philippines and Filipinos. Filipinos love American culture and use American English as their form of English. unlike Malaysia and Singapore.
biggest shock is how to schedule your time. What took you 15 minuets to travel now takes an hour and a half. Time and distance are completely foreign concepts, specifically metro manila
Speaking of traffic, the Philippines does do one thing hugely better than America. They separate traffic control from police law enforcement. So traffic stops don't involve a cop trying to make everyone into a criminal that they can arrest. Traffic improves tremendously when parking rules are enforced. I would like to see better moving violation enforcement, especially motorbikes, single or with side cars. And crack down more on fixer licenses.
They are actually good at navigating traffic without the traffic lights and signs. I was a little scared at first but I never saw any accidents which was surprising
About beaches. I've never lived more than an hour from a beach or fresh water lake where you can relax. Not all beaches in the Philippines have even semi clean water. Certainly there are beautiful beaches with clear see your toes in 1.5 meter water but others look like diarrhea.
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This is a very intelligent interview. He’s extremely observative and very respectful of the culture. I would pay real attention to his advice if anyone plans to move there, which I’m leaning towards to. I really appreciate this interview. Thank you for doing a great job.
I agree and thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts!
Hopefully you have a Part 2 of this interview. He's one of the most thoughtful, honest and candid interviewees you've ever had. Great job!
Thank you! I'll definitely keep that in mind 😁
I'm definitely down for it if you want to. Zoom or Google Meet is cool too. Also, thank you for the kind words @j-tyson558
Great interview I must say. I’ll say as well the 🇵🇭 is a great place to visit or retire. I’ve been traveling here for decades. I live here for 3 years as well serving in the military. The people are the most, kind , caring and respectful. By far more than other countries I’ve visited. Thanks for sharing I always enjoy your content ✌🏾.
Totally! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts and experiences!
I never experienced any culture shock when I came to the Philippines. However, leaving home in the middle of winter where it is -35C degrees and landing in Manila where it is +35C now that is SHOCK!!! LOL!!
😂😂😂 u feel the aura of haki😂😂 in the Philippines
Haha I hear you bro.
The humidi🥴. Been there 8 times since late 1990s. And where I live 12°C is allready warm. Warm is nice, but not when you're sleeping!
Yeah I've lived far north near the great lakes. Skiing and snowboarding huge hobbies for me most my life. I'm concerned when I get to the PH I'm gonna feel like I'm living in a frying pan😂
@@timmy1tap678March- May is the hottest month in the Philippines.. I’m trying to avoid those month, the humidity is crazy
Great interview very well spoken young man well rounded and logical great interview Alex 👍🏼
Thank you! I'm happy you liked it. I appreciate your feedback and sharing your thoughts 😁
Very well spoken guy. Perspective on patience, culture and race is consistent w other expats. Status levels and perceptions often based on media since they have so limited personal exposure. Glad he doesnt take it personal but understands the culture.
Definitely not taking it personal at all. Sometimes it just a matter of sharing culture and being open to reciprocating that desire to learn. I have humbled quite a bit living here and I feel like when I go back home, it will change my outlook on western society.
Leaving home teaches some of the greatest lessons we can learn as an adult.
I am Mexican American and my husband Filipino American. Though we were both raised in the USA, our homes were very much culture centered. For example, I was not allowed to speak English in my home as respect to my parents homeland. In our 11 years together and now living in the Philippines, we are still learning so much about our cultural differences and being patient is KEY! There is still so much I am learning, now especially that I am in his home country. I also face a form of racism interactions especially because of colorism..my daughter is brown like her father and I can't go a day without comments about why she does not have my color :( I am proud of my daughter because she always answers "Its ok po, I don't mind what people say because I know I am beautiful and I am proud to be both Mexican and Filipino no matter what other people say or think ." My daughter is 8 years old, we are very proud of her!!!
Thank you for sharing!
Great interview Alex I agree with the guy on dating here patience is key and understanding to make things work out cultural differences can also be challenging but it's all worth it I'm. you do some really great interviews and I hope next year I can meet with you and talk about what I've learned and experienced here in the Philippines the hard part for me is getting some of my cousins together to talk to you as well I think it would be more fun that way. Merry Christmas Alex I hope it was a good one🎄
It will happen If it's meant to be! Yea it was a relaxing ine for me. Merry Christmas to you and hope you have a healthy and prosperous 2024!
if u marry a filipina girl with educated parents then that family dont depend on their children's support ...it only happened when u marry a less fortunate parents o family...but if u want to give even if they are a well off family then its a choice...coz filipino culture is a ... giving culture...espcly when old age come .
Yea, true.
WOW, that was one of the Best interviews I've seen on CZcams so far, man keep up the good work, I really enjoy your channel.
Thank you so much l! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😁
Very Profound Brother and conversation. Big thanks ❤
Hey Alex.....really enjoyed this video. Hope you had a nice Christmas Day.Wishing you all the best in 2024...health and wealth.🇨🇦
Thank you so much! I wish you a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2024!!
PLEASE Make a conscious effort to screen (search) for guests like this. He gave very deep and insightful responses. Thanks to Reggie.
Yeah I agree with him, 1 of our toxic value of Filipino is we have this big inferiority complex that we have little to lack of pride in ourselves because in our culture, being humble is very very important to our lives.
We really don't like someone who has a superiority complex, cocky attitude who thinks they own the land. Respect is a big big big thing here especially elders.
Another thing is Crab mentality that if someone has gotten their success if life, we tend to be envy of it and try to pull that person down.
Half filipinas are really beautiful and we kind of envy of it because pure Filipino physical trait is very different from them like they have a mixed facial feature from other races that is totally unique.
in the end, the culture has a pros and cons in all over the world, nothing is perfect.
Yes, you're right. Nowhere is perfect. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
But majority of Phinos never felt inferior when they throw or leave garbage anywhere they like. How ironic, eh.
He has so many good points!
Great interview. You're getting some good ones lately.
Hehe 🤭
Thank you thank you!
great interview! Reggie kept it real!
Wow! This guy has a wide perspective and understanding, and it seems kind, WISE. One of a kind guy great to be with and a keeper!
Great interview as usual. He said so many things I agree with like mestizas or fair skin is preferred that’s why there are so many whitening skincare in stores. I am a Filipina btw
I'm Filipino but i don't agree that any foreigner HAS ro support the Filipino family here, especially if they're only dating. no one is in no way in obligation to support someone's family unless he or she does it out of the goodness of the heart. no one should be forced to pay for the family's needs or expenses. that's just called TAKING ADVANTAGE.
I HAVE SO MANY CULTURE SHOCK AS A FILIPINO TO AMERICAN BUT THE SHOCKING OF THEM ALL IS THE WORLD TRANS-GENDER , IM WONDERING WHY UNTIL NOW THEY DONT KNOW HOW MANY GENDER THERE IS OR THIER WAS
Very good interview with serious information all foreigners should pay attention to. Thanks
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it 😁
I like when he mentioned to have a financial plan coming over. not to beat a dead horse, but this guy has set boundaries with his girlfriend and what his obligations are to his gf and her family. I help my wife’s family, but you have to have a spine and learn to say no sometimes.- if you’re a simp you WILL get rolled great interview with a seemingly level headed guy.
please make a part two
i love this guy answers
Yea, he's awesome!
@@Livingabroadalex same thing goes to you bro\
i love your content
@itsbandar thank you so much! You're very kind 😁
Unfortunately, Pinoy beauty preferences fall more into the mestiza type - half-Filipino, half-caucasian. Though there has been a growing interest towards the "black beauty," Morena type of beauty in society, it is still small, compared to what the majority prefers to as what is pretty and beautiful. (Case in point: the last two Misses Universe the Philippines have had.)
Learning to trust anyone or even somebody has not easy task because they're so many people that want to take advantage of others to get ahead and life for anything that's what they have to do to do so but I'm a boring Christian and my heart is one of the things I try to reach out to people with and touch theirs and then they realize what type of person I am really having inside internally
This is a good video. The man is very articulate and rational and logical as to his experience in the Philippines and cultural differences he has encountered.
Thinking, thoughtful guy ..
Well said sir 👏
Wow very nice interview
Excellent interview
Well said
Merry Christmas Alex
Merry! Christmas 🥳
two rules here, Always have patience and always stay calm in public
Hey Alex, Merry Christmas bro, I hope you still remember me.
Yes of course! Long time no see. How you had a merry Christmas too!!
good message for the passport bros...you not only have yo provide for your girl but also for her full extended family
that should definitely be taken into consideration in determining if you have the financial resources to take care of the clan😃 you can live here on the cheap if you avoid the women and bars - a girlfriend/wife will easily add another thousand dollars to your monthly budget.
Another thing I learned about the Philippines. if you get a place with your girlfriend or wife - expect loads of her siblings stopping by at all hours without warning 🤣🤣🤣 if you’re not the type of guy that can stand 20 people at any given moment stopping by and are more of an introvert- the Philippines is not for you 🤣🤣 also , consider that these unexpected visitors can stay anywhere from a few hours to months at a time 😆😆😆 and invariably everyone of them will hit you up for something. 😆😆
@keith-kb1zl just set boundaries
yes , sometimes I feel bad when I have to say no, bcuz
as you probably know, most Filipinos are very sensitive, like, on New Year’s Day, after I had already bought gifts for Christmas and foods to celebrate New Year’s Eve , there’ was about 10 of her sisters and kids the next day and one of the sisters asked if I wanted to go to the movies, I said no, I don’t have the budget for that. I’ll either say that , or some other time 😂😂but as you know, never promise a Filipino something, they never forget 🤣🤣 - my Filipino neighbor told me that 🤣🤣
i saw this vlogger who saw 2 kids in their farm climbing a tree and jokingly called them monkey. i was kinda nervous for this vlogger. good thing the parents didn't heard it and the 2 kids was playing along. do not call filipinos monkey or dog or pig or any animal for that matter. the spanish and american occupation hundreds of years ago runs deep in filipinos culture. it's already intertwined in our dna. it's like our 'n' word.
No one should ever call any human an animal. Humans, while having biological similarities, are not animals. We were made in the image of God. Animals were not.
If you’re a foreigner, you foot the bills and the entire entourage when going out 😅
every fricken time😀 and if they know in advance the entourage grows exponentially larger 😂😂
This guy is a smart guy. Always have a back up back up savibgs account that you tell noone about. And its your escape money
Many yrs, in / out of Phils .. I remember, once, a Filipina said to me "your not a fure American: ? You look different" .. I tried to explain to her,, how it works ..
Great guy and one of your very best interview. Thank you. From Sydney Australia. Happy New Year 'ava good one one, mate'.
Thank you! Happy new year!
Alex i could not wait to see little Alex running around lol
Hahaa you might have to wait a while. I got a lot body traveling to do still!
The U.S. has a lot of influence on the Philippines and Filipinos. Filipinos love American culture and use American English as their form of English. unlike Malaysia and Singapore.
biggest shock is how to schedule your time. What took you 15 minuets to travel now takes an hour and a half. Time and distance are completely foreign concepts, specifically metro manila
What he said at the end rings true.
Speaking of traffic, the Philippines does do one thing hugely better than America. They separate traffic control from police law enforcement. So traffic stops don't involve a cop trying to make everyone into a criminal that they can arrest.
Traffic improves tremendously when parking rules are enforced.
I would like to see better moving violation enforcement, especially motorbikes, single or with side cars. And crack down more on fixer licenses.
They are actually good at navigating traffic without the traffic lights and signs. I was a little scared at first but I never saw any accidents which was surprising
@mixednegro55 yea j know what you mean!
@@mixednegro55 I haven't seen any serious ones either but they do turn up on the news some
@@user-zy1oh8jk7j they drive better then us without traffic lights and signs and we have those and still get in accidents. How crazy is that lol
Product of colonialism why Filipinos don’t love themselves but in the same token as the saying goes ‘grass is always greener at the other side’.
Dude dropped some gems
"Native Filipinos" Indigenous Filipinos are Aeta "Negritos"..
About beaches. I've never lived more than an hour from a beach or fresh water lake where you can relax. Not all beaches in the Philippines have even semi clean water. Certainly there are beautiful beaches with clear see your toes in 1.5 meter water but others look like diarrhea.
Marry a filipina you marry whole family and have to support the whole yada yada ..... convenient asian way lol
No true it's depend on what type of family you into
Hope your happy with your girlfriend 🙄you have a daughter here in Leyte but you never support ..
Very Profound Brother and conversation. Big thanks ❤