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Philippines

Law of Jante
1.
Respect for Elders: You're not to think you are wiser than your elders.
2.
Community and Family Ties: You're not to think you are more important than your family or community.
3.
Humility and Modesty: You're not to think you are superior to others.
4.
Bayanihan Spirit: You're not to think you can succeed without the help of others.
5.
Respect for Tradition: You're not to think you know better than our traditions.
6.
Hospitality and Generosity: You're not to think you can be stingy or inhospitable.
7.
Respect for Authority: You're not to think you are above the law or authority.
8.
Collective Wisdom over Individual Knowledge: You're not to think you are smarter than the collective wisdom of the community.
9.
Faith and Spirituality: You're not to think you can live without faith or spirituality.
10.
Respect for Nature: You're not to think you can exploit nature without consequences.