"Don't break. I see you. My ancestors see you." Beautiful.
@MarianahsTrenchGal14 жыл бұрын
The way pre-colonial Philippines perceived gender/sexuality sounds a lot like how pre-colonial Native American societies viewed it. I find that really interesting.
@tywinlannister22084 жыл бұрын
It is. Up until I conducted my thesis, I didn't know that our ancestors viewed gender very differently than we do today. As someone who identifies as 'bakla' (gay), it's just empowering.
@kirin79324 жыл бұрын
One very important thing that the past europeans destroyed in our culture.
@pedrokawali59014 жыл бұрын
More like same with Thais
@NA-oc7eq4 жыл бұрын
Epal yung Christians.
@kilipaki87oritahiti3 жыл бұрын
Every indigenous culture in fact! Before the coming of Christianity the world was a much more tolerant place in regards to genders and sexuality. Religious brainwash and propaganda has made people forget this important human mindset, and tradition. 3rd gender isn't new nor a lefties trend claimed by prejudice conservative religious people, and some cultures had up to 7-8 genders. Others didn't divide by set gender like in western cultures. We used to be shamans, holy people, and the keepers and protectors of culture and traditions.
@gabequirino4 жыл бұрын
This was such an eye-opener. I've always wanted to learn more about precolonial Philippines. Our schools somehow only give a five-minute introduction about this period and then go straight ahead to our colonial history for ages on end. It's like we never left colonialism at all.
@Anxiou5Panda4 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, a lot of Filipinos never moved on from that mentality.
@kirin79324 жыл бұрын
@@Anxiou5Panda I agree and some are even proud that we're colonized.
@hellobello31534 жыл бұрын
He left out the surrounding cultures and tribes. His theory is quiiiiiite a stretch. No books, no peer reviews. Take this video with a spoonful of salt.
@klaudinegarcia89323 жыл бұрын
That would explain why colonial mentality wouldn't stop spreading to next generations......
@katsan91553 жыл бұрын
@@hellobello3153 Everything he said, I learned in my college history class and books. I don't know what more evidences do you need when even institutions agree with these facts.
@shiningfaceofluzon55944 жыл бұрын
I'm Filipino, now i know why our pronouns are gender neutral "Sya" instead of "he" and "she"
@goldenwarrior11864 жыл бұрын
Technically, Ate, Kuya, Binibining, Ginoong, and Ginang aren’t gender neutral. But in general, it is.
@rainb59874 жыл бұрын
@@goldenwarrior1186 Ate and Kuya were derived from Chinese word.
@jivatma4 жыл бұрын
Ginoo is gender neutral. "Aba ginoong Maria"
@georgesaad98703 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, language does not always reflect cultural norms. Turkish is quite a gender binary country but there is no gender distinction in the pronouns.
@2557carla3 жыл бұрын
@@georgesaad9870 Because of Arab influenced the Tengrism or Pre Islamic religion of Turkey I believe there's no homophobia.
@aznwilly80134 жыл бұрын
We don't have gender pronouns equivalent to 'he' or 'she,' instead we have the neutral 'siya.' I used to think that my Filipino language was less superior for not having it. Growing up being taught English at school, and then later finding out all European languages have gender pronouns. I thought we should keep up and invent our version of the gender pronouns to keep up with the norm. But now, having a changed view on the matter. I think we had it right all along. I will stick to the all encompassing 'Siya.'
@aznwilly80134 жыл бұрын
Reymax Arca re:pronouns
@IloveTS13haha3 жыл бұрын
Ang ganda diba? You will appreciate filipino language
@beayondsense3 жыл бұрын
Hence, whenever I write a poetry in English, I just use the word, "You" cos it's neutral sounding like our very own Siya..
@mimimimi-hx2el3 жыл бұрын
Yes, napakaganda
@siyashilla68852 жыл бұрын
Lol funnily enough mu name is Siya I'm born male but I often get mistaken as female . I have an androgynous vibe to me as well
@JanSuing4 жыл бұрын
I never understood why Western cultures like to be specific about gender especially in their language. French and other Western languages even impose a gender on objects. As a Filipino, we use only one pronoun for everyone, no matter who they are: “siya” or “s’ya”. That’s it. It’s that simple. No wonder, the Philippines has consistently placed on the Top 10 of most gender equal countries in the world. We even have a transgender woman lawmaker.
@jeremyparame87184 жыл бұрын
but we still need to improve. for example the 12 yrs old as age of consent which is the lowest in asia and also the lack of education regarding sexual health.
@kazranjamison11254 жыл бұрын
@@spongemon1 sweet piss nuggets dude relax
@dirtpillow50734 жыл бұрын
@@spongemon1 Filipino language have basic structure though. And using loanwords isn't only something that has happened after European colonialism. English is overloaded with loanwords from French and even French borrowed a lot from Latin.
@jborobia20564 жыл бұрын
@@spongemon1 okay, troll
@goldenwarrior11864 жыл бұрын
@@dirtpillow5073 Yup. One example is piñata.
@clevergrl284 жыл бұрын
A beautiful recounting of Filipino history. Having grown up there and later living in the US I never understood the backlash in western culture about pronouns since we generally just use "they/them".
@이보유나4 жыл бұрын
"Social constructs can be reconstructed to fit a time and age."
@tywinlannister22084 жыл бұрын
social construction at its finest
@EnigmazGuide3 жыл бұрын
IS biology is a social construct lets see how good you are in basic science
@user-sb8ks1ij7b2 жыл бұрын
@@EnigmazGuide I don't quite understand what you mean.
@gungatz6696 Жыл бұрын
@@user-sb8ks1ij7b his saying in biology there can and always been man and woman, one having a pipi and the other a second lip.
@rainb5987 Жыл бұрын
@@EnigmazGuideFunny. Using biology against gays while ignoring the fact that biologists have observed homosexual behaviors in animal kingdom
@valariansapanta53654 жыл бұрын
This is something that most of all Filipinos should watch and listen to. This is an avenue for people to at least open their minds that gender is irrelevant when it comes to the society, that gender shouldn’t be a barrier to things that a person could do because WE KNOW FOR OURSELVES THAT WE CAN OFFER SO MUCH without gender inclusivity. 😓
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
@papasrod you are the one who needs it
@yeetah420254 жыл бұрын
@由 You're only hateful because you're in the closet. lol
@Nick-dx2pt3 жыл бұрын
@由 why???? You're the one who clearly needs it
@pontanoscharlottejamillacr45163 жыл бұрын
@由 I think you liked your own comment because you're the only one who agrees with what you said
@OosGuitar4 жыл бұрын
as an androgynous 'male' struggling with self identity this was incredibly motivating for me to be myself
@OosGuitar4 жыл бұрын
@Sandcastle • thanks man, glad that see that you proudly identify as a 'sandcastle'
@emerygaylearceo18754 жыл бұрын
"Don't break. I see you. My ancestors see you."
@DMK1956014 жыл бұрын
I have conducted many talks on gender identity. This is among the very best. Universal in scope. Beautiful. Thank you. ❤️
@vladanr744 жыл бұрын
This speech is very well prepared and superbly delivered. Regardless on which side of the fence you stand on this issue. Kudos to you Young Man.
@Karlandra4 жыл бұрын
Why does it have to be a fence though?
@marvinochieng62954 жыл бұрын
No it doesn't
@adriajawort Жыл бұрын
There is no side of the fence. Side of what?
@ElyuReview-by-Arpee2 ай бұрын
well prepared for degenerates
@mojosbigsticks4 жыл бұрын
I remember my step-mother saying that gay people didn't really exist, because there weren't any gay people around when she was growing up. The fact it was illegal to be openly gay back then seemed to pass her by.
@JohnHlavaty4 жыл бұрын
Although I have met only a small fraction of people born and raised in the Phillipines, I am impressed by their friendly openness and their acceptance of nonconforming human beings. Perhaps the most amazing aspect of their openness and acceptance of people as they find them is that the 300 years of the pernicious imposition of rigid beliefs by Catholic missionaries seems to have failed in terms of deterring Phillipinos sincere "love for their neighbors as they love themselves.". Unfortunately, the current President of the Phillipines seems intent on changing these good people from lovers to haters as the means of consolidating his personal power during this time of conflict, in which the Phillipines is caught between US hegemony in the Southern Pacific (South China Sea), and China's rising challenge against it.
@octavia74083 жыл бұрын
Hi, I am born and raised in PH and have lived here all my life. I understand your outsider's perspectives but that is exactly that, outsider. You really have to understand our culture better and what has transpired over the last 30+ years for you to understand why majority of the people picked a populous leader like Duterte. How the western media portrays him lacks context and understanding of what the culture is from the South of the Philippines. People who supports him do not expect him to be perfect but to instill the discipline and political will that's been mostly lacking in so many years and has contributed to a lot of the problems normal Filipinos face on a daily basis. If you ask an ordinary millennial Filipino today who grew up not with privilege but really in as normal individuals taking public transportation and etc. They would tell you safety has increased a lot. The youths of today do not know that. The media writing about the Philippines to the international audience either grew up abroad and or came from privilege and would never understand that local sentiment on the ground. Sometimes, as an outsider like yourself, you have to be careful with applying your lenses of western ideology to a country like the Philippines. Filipinos still continue to be welcoming but also many are waking up from their colonial mentality and have realized that the USA has not really done them any better than just positive propaganda. The country remained poor for many years because of many years of bad economic planning and a very restrictive 1986 constitution. He isn't consolidating power, he is reacting to the US based of his experience with the CIA when he was a Mayor. He isn't a fan of the US and has highlighted the hypocrisy of the US many times and I know, they came out like rants full of curses. But he isn't exactly wrong. We've been a US ally since the US colonized us and yet after the damage of the was that was brought by being allies with the US, we've been left behind among our neighbouring countries. Being allies with the US hasn't really benefit us other than brought us more colonial mentality. There is nothing wrong with seeking other allies like China and Russia who are much more closer. I would rather our country go neutral than pick any sides.
@katsan91553 жыл бұрын
If that's how you see us, please rethink your ideals. We were never a "lover" nor was "hate" so strong it caused us to loot our neighbors shops. From my perspective the people wanted the change, from ignorant and manipulated to knowledgeable and confident. We are in a transitional state. We used to "love" because we didn't know any better, and we "hate" because we finally caught up to the schemes and manipulation behind it. I don't particularly love or hate our current president but one thing is for sure, I respect the fact that he gave a platform and voice to the people who were unheard for a long time. And I despise that violence was one of our most drastic options. He was a spark that made the populace rediscover and redefine our identity even if it meant to disagree with allies that don't have respect for our sovereignty when worst are happening in their own country.
@octavia74083 жыл бұрын
@UCITyZx8j8kDBmCyfRtcotXw "We all get the discipline part of your argument." -No, you do not, you picked one specific point that I did not even focus on and you dismissed everything else. "...but to be absolutely frank, you don't actually need to be a born and raised local to understand what is truly going on here in the Philippines." -Of course you would need to be born and raised here otherwise your perspective would be superficial just like those of Maria Ressa and Heydarian alike, both staunch anti-Duterte who shares mostly negative news about the Philippines to their international audience, both grew up outside of the Philippines, both having western-based mindsets, both hated by many locals. Do you know who labeled Mindanao as a war-torn area? What do you think was the impact on that? "This narrative you people keep pushing "people lack discipline" is such a backwards statement that doesn't actually zero in on the true problem.Lack of discipline is just the excuse to implement unjust and questionable methods of upholding the law. The true crime here is people like you, who stay blind from unthinkable mistakes and pass it up as "nobodys perfect" why dont you keep that same energy to your own people? You are aware of the ongoing corruption here in the philippines, correct?" -How convenient for you to accuse me when you yourself are very shortsighted with the whole problem. How much do you really understand the whole picture? How much do you really understand the culture from north to south? How much do you know of the attitudes of the people and how corruption has been enabled from the tiniest things starting from school organizations to Barangays? Those people will eventually carry that to their offices or to the Government agencies they served. Can you say for sure everyone in your clan is never guilty of any minor corruption? Do you think the problems can be fixed by a saintly person? Your idealism is cute but you need more books to read and less self-righteousness. You want to fix corruption? Help the Philippines shift to a parliamentary system where politicians can easily be accountable. Are you doing that? "I would assume that corruption within the govt has already been a problem way before you were born. Maybe you should shift your attention from the less fortunate and disadvantaged people to those who are in power.” -So, who do you think are the ones who are truly in power? Do you actually know? Have you done your part to really do your research, to dig deeper? Your projection and self-righteousness are really cute. "Have you seen the state of public versus private schools? The difference is lightyears. How do we keep children in school when we cannot even prioritize funds to improve the standard of comfort in public schools? Even if public school children get to finish their primary and secondary studies most couldnt even afford to continue in the collegiate level.” -Depends on the region. Actually, provincial public schools are performing better than those from NCR. Why do you think that is? "So, they work minimum wage jobs that you know damn well cant sustain a household of 2 or more people. So most blame them for not actually succeeding in life given the circumstances they deal with, shouldn't the blame go to the who run and control the system? Not the people.” -Nobody is blaming them for not actually succeeding in life and you can not depend on the Government to always spoon-feed you. There are several factors that contribute to the lack of discipline. 1.) The feeling of resignation that one is so little to change the outcome of their situation and their environment, hence the “Bahala na" attitude is rampant. 2.) The colonial mentality that breeds inferiority and a constant desire to be validated by outsiders, so, they focus on looking outside and devalues everything on the inside. 3.) The decades' impact of dumbing down the populace by the media. Again, who really runs the whole system? Do you really know? And do you know why I approved of ABS-CBN’s contract being discontinued? Why is Vietnam’s economy gaining speed recently but not ours? "No wonder most protesters are "spoiled rich kids" and "snowflakes" just to be labeled disruptors, terrorists and what not, when they are fighting for the wellbeing of the poor and unfortunate. Gising din.” -Yes, most protestors don’t know any better and a lot of them making noise is just that, making noise, they have not actually changed anything other than band-aid solutions, most of them are actually influenced by NPA ideology, which many from NCR dismiss because again, they don’t know any better and they don’t know what’s happening on the ground in the provinces with their Manila centric NCR based views/media. And yes, many spoiled rich kids are impressionable, just write an article about a farmer supposedly killed by the army and they believe it when it fact farmer was killed by private armies or NPA themselves. Yes, you don’t know how much of our media is infiltrated by NPA sympathizers and you do not know the impact of their destabilization on our country for many decades. Actually, the problem here is people like you who like to open your mouth but do not actually take the time to dig deep into the whole systemic problem. Take the time to dig deep instead of projecting your frustrations on me. We can agree that we both want the same thing for the Philippines, that we want the poverty gap closed and people to enjoy a great quality of life. There are many things the country needs to fix, first one is security, those rebels need to go, you can’t educate people when security is always at risk. Our restricted FDI’s are not allowing more investors to our country. Our Government system is limiting the provinces to improve as they always have to wait for their National budget, hence a Parliament Federal Government would be better for the Philippines to allow provinces to develop their areas and lessen the number of people flocking NCR. And lastly, this colonial mentality needs to go, Filipinos need a strong identity by knowing their true history, not the whitewashed history fed to us by our colonizers or those by NED/CIA or western-based media. That’s the best way you can uplift people. So, ikaw, gising ka ba tagala?
@octavia74083 жыл бұрын
@UCYBX4xFue6K_ej16vjSEVuA Well, if your religion constantly tells you that it's a sin and constantly threatens to exclude you from your church community/society and guilts you about it since birth, that would not be surprising. Some people can't handle cognitive dissonance and can't get out of the religious brainwashing. Blame the religion that was forced upon the people, not the people themselves.
@JohnHlavaty3 жыл бұрын
@Octavia Maligning me as a white, imperialistic, American is such a sleazy means of not arguing the facts, especially when you are vehemently defending a man who has publicly endorsed the summary execution of suspected or alleged rebels and/or drug dealers - an extreme violation of human rights - is grounds to reject your defense of this murderer in its totality. The absurdity of your ad homenin attack is that I prefaced my criticism of your President by acknowledging my opposition to American hegemony and in no way criticized China. What I did imply is that your President is using the Phillipines' position in-between a rock and a hard place as the means of striking fear in the hearts of Filipino people and the means to consolidate his power. The irony is that my brief note of more than a year ago was a statement of soldarity with the people of the Philippines in this time of transition and turmoil.
@jdb60262 жыл бұрын
Out of topic here, but as a Filipino, damn, that accent is soooo good. It's a perfect blend of North American and Filipino, but it doesn't sound "konyo" at all. Just the right mixture of elements that make both accents generally distinct. Oh, and he doesn't use as much filler words. Amazing.
@meco20014 жыл бұрын
I wish I could time-travel and try living in the pre-colonial Philippines.
@2557carla3 жыл бұрын
Yeah me too. I wish I was the Queen of Butuan and I will subject my Kingdom to Siam or Sukkhothai so that I will preserve the Hindu Buddhist heritage of Maritime Southeast Asia to prevent conversion to Islam or Christianity. Just like Nakhon Si Thammarat it's actually an Tanah Melayu or Malay land the Malay people called it Ligor or Negara Sri Dharmaraja but they subject themselves to Ayutthaya or Sukkhothai so that they won't become Islamize.
@creestee083 жыл бұрын
Tas mag tiktok ka.
@ItsToady3 жыл бұрын
You would find it uncomfortable living through that timei guess
@mari2099.2 жыл бұрын
@@creestee08 real
@reina_harhar7815 Жыл бұрын
Only if you're a man. Women barely had any rights in that era, they can act around but with limits. However the Babaylan seemed to have exceptions so if you would time travel in pre-colonial, you'd wish to be Babaylan.
@evangarcia35313 жыл бұрын
Non-gendered pronouns are pretty much standard in the vast Austronesian family to which all Filipino languages belong
@allisontumale334 жыл бұрын
That’s very informative. I love the “babaylan” part, brings me back to my university days when I first encountered it in detail. It’s empowering to learn about women playing one of the highest roles in society.
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
Wow...Filipinos are writing here that they didn't learn it in school. Me neither. Which University is that? Thumbs up to that university.
@allisontumale334 жыл бұрын
Create happiness with Olga we did actually, in grade school it was mentioned, and then I learned it in detail during my history class in college. I’m from the University of the Philippines.
@HudaefCares4 жыл бұрын
I also read from r/Philippines subreddit that purity wasn't a valued thing for pre-colonial Filipino women. Apparently there was even a job of sorts where a man was tasked to 'get rid' of a woman's vcard if you know what I mean.
@joiereyeslo4 жыл бұрын
Back then, sexual gratification was a mutual goal. Men even had to pierce their genitals to please their partners. Even Miguel de Legazpi noted that Filipinas were treated well by their husbands. You can read more about this in the book written by Luis H. Francia entitled, "A History of the Philippines: From Indios Bravos to Filipinos."
@rainb59872 жыл бұрын
Women and gays
@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache4 жыл бұрын
Off topic, but the Philippines has some good tasting food
@theconductoresplin80924 жыл бұрын
Better topic actually But yeah food there is pretty good (Just don't try the balut)
@engr.nemuelobas49234 жыл бұрын
Yup. Every provinces has their own kind of delicacies. Must try
@scienceteam92544 жыл бұрын
@@theconductoresplin8092 *laughs in frog*
@weareparamore15974 жыл бұрын
Yah, balut
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
That's true. And the exotic ones are worth a try at least once in a lifetime.
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
A topic that raises diverse reactions. But fact is, humans destroy each other and the world that they live in, if there is no acceptance, tolerance, respect and love. Mabuhay ka kabayan!
@hueofperi2 жыл бұрын
Stumbled on this video randomly for a school activity, ended up becoming my favorite TedTalk.
@jayfox19814 жыл бұрын
Language is the image of one's culture. Our Filipino words and terms are mostly nuetral except those foreign or barrowed which already became "natural" part of Filipino daily parlance. This however doesn't mean that we don't give importance to gender differences. Gender differences for pre-colonnial Filipinos is simply a means not an end. They don't have to fight for gender equality because they know they have it already and the male counterparts ricognise it without fuss and so much chit-chat. Life is creation-decreation-recreation. If this view has been decreated along the passing of time after it was created then it's possible to recreate once again.
@henryg31464 жыл бұрын
Moral of the story? Just be nice to each other.
@creestee083 жыл бұрын
I can get on with that
@gungatz6696 Жыл бұрын
A summary i can root for
@inzanity490 Жыл бұрын
Apparently that is just way way way too hard for some people. Way harder than a Math exam
@weareparamore1597 Жыл бұрын
its hard to be nice when your religion shoves to your throat the fairytale that gays are sinners and abomination.. especially those radical ones
@LifeWithAllOfUs4 жыл бұрын
What a well spoken individual! Loved it
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
I agree. It's amazing how he delivered it.
@FTLNewsFeed4 жыл бұрын
A lot of dislikes, I'm guessing 95% are people who never actually watched the video or listened to what he was saying, just saw the title and auto-acted.
@rainb59874 жыл бұрын
Self righteois Religious people
@nuclearpancake36832 жыл бұрын
@@rainb5987 fr, it sucks
@ElyuReview-by-Arpee2 ай бұрын
listen to what? idiocracy?
@Claudia_Ackermann3 жыл бұрын
The thing is, the hardships you faced in the Philippines is everyday, it is why we formed bond to those who are with us, not caring who or what they are, as long as we are happy, that's all it matters
@nikkiv28394 жыл бұрын
Proud to be a Filipina. 🇵🇭 Thanks for teaching me more about the pre-colonial Philippines.
@Xtoffer874 жыл бұрын
Being proud of your race doesn't make sense. What you should be proud of are your achievements. Is being born in your race your achievement? Did you have control over it?
@shivatrashakti94194 жыл бұрын
It's more like being proud to continue the traditions and way of life and values upheld by your people in the past. It is about keeping history alive in yourself.
@NovaGirl84 жыл бұрын
@@Xtoffer87 filipino is a nationality not race as that would be asian. Either way, nothing wrong with being proud with it as well as ashamed of it depending on the situation.
@engr.nemuelobas49234 жыл бұрын
For me, I am not proud anymore. Yes, I am proud of who we were. In today's time? Nahhhh. Since many rich people want to take control of the country, many thirst for power, not minding why they are in their position, some are taking it as an advantage. Kahit noon pa sa panahon ni Rizal, wala tayong pagkakaisa. Katulad tayo ng ating mga isla, watak-watak. At dahil doon, kahit kaunti lang ang presensya ng mga kastila, nahimok parin nila tayong kontrolin ng tatlong daan talumpu't tatlong taon. Isa sa mga hangad ni Rizal ay alalahanin sana natin kung sino tayo, yung mga Pilipino na masisipag, matalino, hindi uto-uto, matapang. Pero wala eh. Sarili lang ang iniisip natin.
@NovaGirl84 жыл бұрын
@@engr.nemuelobas4923 ganoon talaga ang tao kahit saang bansa ka pumunta. May varying shades of greed be it good or bad. Even with the current situation, I am thankful that we only have a fewer cases than some 1st world countries and fewer deaths compared to our population density.
@daxter9564 жыл бұрын
As a Filipino born in Canada, thank you for reconnecting me to who I am
@engr.nemuelobas49234 жыл бұрын
Of you're interested. I suggest you study about the precolonial Filipinos and how the Spanish government changed them
@daxter9564 жыл бұрын
@@engr.nemuelobas4923 Do you have any recommended resources?
@swordpegasus40323 жыл бұрын
I am half Filipino and Canadian and my personality is serious and outgoing and I love reading and art and I love comics and cartoons.
@unknown01ify4 жыл бұрын
"Being yourself is extraordinary"
@moonwhistle4 жыл бұрын
This is a meaningless comment.
@astrotaco_bps4 жыл бұрын
WOOT WOOT i love seeing such academic excellence from my people A very well-spoken guy 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@nellyg1494 жыл бұрын
As a FilAm mestizo transman, it warms my heart so much to see this. The world is finally only starting to see the magic and gender fluidity that The Philippine People has always had, but was under attack by various colonial forces. Thank you, kapatid. For your incredible words. And for inspiring me and so many others to live our truth. 🌸🙏🏼📿 side note ted talks need more Filipino speakers, obviously 😎
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
I agree... Ted Talk needs more Filipino speaker, because they are really authentic.
@oliviagreen74234 жыл бұрын
Same with Native tribes in the U.S. Before colonialism multiple genders were recognized
@ligiasommers4 жыл бұрын
Wonderful TED! He was funny but kind , smart and caring ! Loved it 💖
@twisted2672 жыл бұрын
Beautiful message at the end! Indeed i always wondered what life was like in precolonial philippines. As i write this and worry about the chores i havent done, what were the worries of our ancestors then? Fights against neighbouring tribes? Debts that made you a slave? Trading goods that you harvested? Or is your nipa hut strong enough to stand the storm? How about the jewelries adding weight to your being? And the elders chanting stories with all of their heart to the people... man we can only imagine
@cyb3rd0ll884 жыл бұрын
This was a nice TED Talk, an eye-opener! Thank you!
@bobongcecilion69284 жыл бұрын
That closing was beautifully delivered.
@genicahnoynay38604 жыл бұрын
The dislikes are coming from hardcore religious transphobic filipinos
@razzyromeo3 жыл бұрын
like my mom lmao
@jeskvell32543 жыл бұрын
@@razzyromeo make sure to not become one with your future kids
@pyschofreak84163 жыл бұрын
😂
@weynnerguillen95333 жыл бұрын
True Filipino's Dislike this video Lady regardless of Faith.
@yeetah420253 жыл бұрын
@@weynnerguillen9533 nope. pre-colonial tribes back then in the Philippines were LGBT friendly.. lol
@hanadook32716 ай бұрын
I liked the part where Frank told them that after all these years, some countries started accepting that the world is more diverse than it seems; they started to realize that their mindset can be reconstructed and gain more from learning learning through each other's differences. here in the Philippines, we are in a phase that we're slowly accepting that the Filipino community has variety of colors. Now, I am glad that there are now laws giving acknowledgement to every gender around the nation. Although some are still not addressed, I know that the government is working on bills for everyone to give a just and proper right.
@sergsremarca82814 жыл бұрын
“Being yourself is revolutionary” 💪🏼
@shivashakti42614 жыл бұрын
I am a Filipino transwoman. Thank you for this dream Ted talk, France Villarta! ❤️
@nicolasomongos3784 жыл бұрын
Gender for our case in the Philippines is imposed rather than constructed.
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
🤔
@JohnHlavaty4 жыл бұрын
Would you expand on your comment? Thanks.
@nicolasomongos3784 жыл бұрын
@@JohnHlavaty in reference to the talked, he mentioned that the Philippines has no written history not until it was discovered by the Spaniards. Spanish historians started describing how gender neutral the first settlers in the Island. In Spanish record few male settlers would wear what Spaniards describe as feminine clothing and there are also males who performs female jobs and treated as female individuals. In persuit of colonization, Spaniards started imposing what gender should be in accordance to their norm. So the gender in the Philippines is more likely imposed rather than constructed. The infos (historical references) was based from the video.
@MAUREENDASCO6 ай бұрын
As a Filipino, one point that I like is that we started our culture from our own and it's called the "babaylan's" and they started this gender diversity unconsciously and this challenged the traditional gender norms. Our history tells us that we need to reevaluate our current gender norms and that we need to promote more inclusivity because it emphasizes the importance of recognizing diverse gender identities within the Filipino community. It fuels the drive towards building a society that is deeply inclusive and affirming, where everyone is free to express their gender identity without fear or prejudice. Embracing and respecting the fluidity of gender not only honors our past but also propels us towards a future where all individuals are seen, heard, and valued for who they truly are.
@jonpadrejuan53574 жыл бұрын
the very first filipino (very filipino looking) speaker i watched and listened to in that stage. proud of you and pride to our race.
@caitgems14 жыл бұрын
You aren't a race, you are a country!
@jonpadrejuan53574 жыл бұрын
@@caitgems1 i meant. the malay race where filipinos belong
@jonpadrejuan53574 жыл бұрын
@@caitgems1 and our country is the philippines btw
@tropturd64584 жыл бұрын
@@jonpadrejuan5357 The inhabitants/citizens of the Philippines do not belong to a specifically exclusive race. Even before malays/austronesians migrated to the Philippines, there are already a wide variety of ethnic groups and races living in the Philippines islands.
@jonpadrejuan53574 жыл бұрын
@@tropturd6458 and it is definitely a race and not a country. thanks for sharing.
@andreamenosa66094 жыл бұрын
Clicked on this vid on first sight, and you did not disappoint, brother! It's so nice to learn a new bit of history, especially if it's something that was never discussed in the classroom. It saddens me how this hugw chunk of history is censored and cut out, while stories of masculine imperialism, war, betrayal and murder fill more parts in our history books as if misdirect us to ignore the fact that whatever history lessons instilled in us is just a fraction of the truth.
@mbdragon88734 жыл бұрын
That's deep afk
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
Part of the story was actually the explanation, why Filipinas are on top 10 or 20(It depends which year) in gender equality. Top 1 in Asia. Before the Spaniards came, women were on the same level as men.
@meryeldls29404 жыл бұрын
A fellow Filipina here, the talk was informative and genuine! Yes, being yourself is revolutionary! 🏳️🌈
@barnobarno54034 жыл бұрын
Why are you gay?
@GoUpv134 жыл бұрын
@Herr Reid's Underling • 69 years ago ok boomer
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
Why are there people, who think that being themselves is not revolutionary. - I bet they want to be somebody else 🙄 What a...
@rowrowyourboat10434 жыл бұрын
Filipino woman
@yeetah420254 жыл бұрын
@@barnobarno5403 You need to ask yourself why you're triggered. lol
@sergioperezio552310 ай бұрын
"learning and working through our differences" loved it.
@MostlyLoveOfMusic4 жыл бұрын
People who get their heckles up with stuff like this just need to chill out and enjoy the scope of possibilities in life
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
👍
@yamajim5262 жыл бұрын
Women are well-respected during the pre-spanish era. Even the priestess before is a woman and they called it "Babaylan" one of the most powerful title-holder in the pre-colonial period.
@Logan-wv8qf3 жыл бұрын
This is what courage, strength, compassion, and genuineness look like. -A US Army Veteran and Teacher
@abbycheselle6 ай бұрын
The Philippines has a long history of cultural permissiveness and accommodation of gender variance. The speaker, France Villarta, argues that this is an important part of Philippine history that has been forgotten. I like the part when the speaker, Frank Villarta gives the example of the Babaylan, a pre-colonial spiritual role that could be filled by men or women. This challenges the idea that gender is binary and based on biology. This is socially and culturally relevant in Philippine society because it challenges the idea that the Philippines is a conservative country. The Philippines is a Catholic country, but Villarta argues that this is a relatively recent development. Before Spanish colonialism, Philippine societies were more accepting of gender variance. This history is important to remember because it can help Filipinos to be more accepting of LGBTQ+ people today.
@idanzamir75404 жыл бұрын
This was pretty good, why does it have so many dislikes?
@shivatrashakti94194 жыл бұрын
Close-minded people. 🤷🏽♀️
@walaxel9264 жыл бұрын
cerrrrtain demographic gets their jimmies rustled merely by the mentioning of such words as "gender-fluid" xd :/
@barnobarno54034 жыл бұрын
Because it's gay
@shivatrashakti94194 жыл бұрын
@@barnobarno5403 Lol, found the hater.
@barnobarno54034 жыл бұрын
@@shivatrashakti9419 nah, you just find a Guy who hasn't lost his Common Sense
@cleo_moon186 ай бұрын
I watched a TED Talk by France Villarta about the gender-fluid history of the Philippines. I liked Villarta's speech about the babaylan and how he recognized his own family in the Philippines. However, I disliked that in the context of the babaylan, there were women who were viewed differently by men there. The topic is important because it provides knowledge about the Philippines, its culture, and its origins. It also highlights what it means to be Filipino in the provinces. Additionally, the history discussed shows what happened to earlier generations when the Spanish arrived and colonized us. From this colonization, we inherited surnames, language, and other aspects from the Spanish.
@GRACEMANALANG-jw2es6 ай бұрын
The people of our country, ever since, experienced discrimination from the way they express themselves. Which is something that shouldn't be normalized. Over the years, our fellow Filipinos, especially the older ones, would call a feminine boy “gay” if he expressed himself to the environment he is living in. This kind of topic is socially relevant to our country who has been religiously based when it comes to things. I think people should start opening their eyes and minds that our country is evolving and people change overtime. I think it's interesting that our country’s ancestors were more diverse than us. People should really be aware that we shouldn’t judge people for the way they express themselves. It is really revolutionary to think that people could express themselves without thinking what other people might say. For me, being who you really are is a step to success.
@MichelManaloАй бұрын
❤❤
@lecirajuarez29443 жыл бұрын
This is such a great talk on Gender! The scope is so broad, wonderful! Thank you very much.
@BekiMon2 жыл бұрын
The closing part was the sweetest!
@monkebrainiac2 жыл бұрын
i wish we had more lectures like these about our pre colonial culture(s)
@louinedlmndo6 ай бұрын
What i like in this Ted Talk is the recognition of precolonial Philippines society where we can see the gender diversity and inclusivity just like lenie she is a transgender woman but her community where she lives accept her despite of her being transgender it shows that sometimes we see different in our perspective because we are unfamiliar but if we become familiar we will learn now to understand it. It challenge the rigid binary concept of gender and shows the importance of understanding and accepting different identities The social and cultural relevance in Philippine society lies in its recognition and acceptance of gender diversity and inclusivity. The history of precolonial societies in the Philippines, where gender roles were more fluid and women had significant power and autonomy, showcases an alternative understanding of gender beyond the man-woman dichotomy. This cultural heritage challenges the rigid, binary concept of gender and promotes a more inclusive and accepting society. It highlights the importance of understanding and embracing diverse identities, ultimately promoting gender equality and social progress in Philippine society.
@lawrenceart5742 жыл бұрын
“Being yourself is revolutionary..”
@merlin888882 жыл бұрын
I hope they taught us this back when I was in high school
@JOHNDAVIDEBALIDA6 ай бұрын
i like the Spanish colonization of the Philippines brought with it the imposition of rigid gender roles and the enforcement of Catholic doctrines, which suppressed many indigenous practices, including those related to gender diversity. However, despite colonial influences, elements of pre-colonial gender diversity persisted and adapted over time. Acknowledging the gender-fluid history of the Philippines is socially and culturally relevant as it promotes inclusivity, human rights, and cultural preservation. By recognizing diverse gender identities, society fosters equality, supports marginalized communities, and enriches cultural representation, contributing to a more inclusive and compassionate society.
@filipinophile81484 жыл бұрын
This is beautiful and educational. The Philippines also has various gender non-conforming figures (gods, heroes, etc) in many of its indigenous religions.
@englishforlisteningonline Жыл бұрын
I cried! thank you so much for this!! thanking our non-colonial ancestors. I thank them for this!
@daniels.os.4 жыл бұрын
We need more respect and empaty in this world. Thanks, TED. :)
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
Yes we certainly do
@Marchant24 жыл бұрын
A lot of transphobia in the comments. No matter how much they hate and denigrate, they know they’re losing the battle to knowledge and enlightenment, which is their #1 enemy and has nothing to do with simply tolerating.
@@NockyBoober lol gotta love the irony, also I wonder if the op noticed thier own hypocrisy?.
@Starcrash69844 жыл бұрын
@Scribbli Chheery This is often said in response to "homophobia", too, but it's not merely "dislike" if your concern with it extends beyond yourself. I'm sure there are many things that you "dislike" but make no effort to attack, bully, or even have a public opinion about. Trans/homophobia is often the irrational fear that it "spreads" like a disease, that acceptance will make it more common. Homophobes, for instance, often claim that children who see it on TV will decide that they can also be homosexual -- though one wonders why this doesn't work with seeing heterosexuality on TV. It's both irrational and a fear.
@creatorsremose4 жыл бұрын
@@Starcrash6984 I don't believe that's the case. In their battle (an unfortunate word, but accurate enough) for acceptance they instigate resistance. They don't ask or argue to be accepted, they demand it, sometimes by actual force. They know the reality in which they live, how saturated it is with religion and steeped in close-mindedness. This is not a climate for war, this is a climate for dialog. Not for the rape and pillage of cultural icons as the canvas of their message, but for the display of their virtue through compassion. Think Ghandi, not Geghis Khan. I believe their cause will be much better felt and accepted this way, rather than the unfortunate way they have chosen.
@leahs82444 жыл бұрын
I’ve always wanted to hear about this from a Filipino persons perspective. Love this so much!
@mariaeguchi15333 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm doing research about LGBT+ rights on Phillippines for MUN and this video was very helpful to understand the issues.
@BrodWizMoon Жыл бұрын
As Villarta stated, one affects how we see gender is culture, but not all cultures are rigid, and does not see genitals primarily as a standard of our gender. In Philippines, the culture has been influenced by culture of Spanish who colonized Philippines for 333 years who brought Catholicism, but before that in pre-colonial era, woman has a greater power than man in the character of babaylan, and that time the babaylans are not only woman, but there are also man, who are said to be gays. The gays are honored and respected for their capability and flexibility of doing tasks that are both for men and women. The love for gender variants in the pre-Hispanic era was eradicated because of the Spanish friars who taught our ancestors that these male or gay babaylans are demonic and evil, such a misrepresentation that reduced the vibrant identity of male or gay babaylans. The dichotomized perception of gender hammered into our heads as social construct, Villarta argued that if this view is constructed then we can reconstruct it again. What Villarta has stated is extremely true, but it is an arduous task for a community or a country like here in the Philippines to change what has been hard-wired in our head for over 500 years since the arrival of Spaniards in our country. The power of religion on the other hand affects our culture and as well as how we see gender. If the highly respected priests and religious figures will be the one to initiate for revival of what the Filipino-catholic ancestors destroyed in terms of the vibrancy of our gender treatment, then there can be a hope for reconstruction of this kind of culture, a culture that promotes homophobia and heterosexism. Villarta emphasized at the end of his speech that integrity, kindness, and strength of character are far better measure of judgement than race, skin color or even genitals. A strong and powerful statement that if shared to every Filipino will give hope to the reconstruction of our gender misrepresentations and shall give equal treatment across genders. Overall, this video of Villarta about the relationship of culture and gender promotes leaning towards gender equality and gender diversity.
@Sheila_Chu4 жыл бұрын
Why do people comment before watching the video
@oliver98154 жыл бұрын
* Comments 3 minutes after the video was uploaded *
@VytautasLDK4 жыл бұрын
Cause idea of video is stupid and doesn't match TED format?
@Finimabob4 жыл бұрын
@@VytautasLDK how so?
@revspikejonez4 жыл бұрын
For the same reason a bunch of idiots downvoted this.
@revspikejonez4 жыл бұрын
@@VytautasLDK Or, alternately, you're stupid.
@sonipohjola92432 жыл бұрын
I cried at the end. Thank you. So much.
@DaBlondDude4 жыл бұрын
Well delivered, explained and supported. An odd point I noticed, though, is while he portrays binary roles as an societal imposition, he identifies spirits as masculine/feminine and supports this (even historically) by what they do, how they act and the roles they take ... wouldn't this merely be suggesting a different criteria for definitions of masculine/feminine by other societal standards?
@jmaes77352 жыл бұрын
Yes, although I’m personally trying to figure out what the difference was. My current theory is that masculinity is defined by hunting/fighting and providing immediate needs while femininity is defined by wisdom, spirituality, and making wise decisions about how those resources provided by men should be allocated/used (women were often more trade savvy). What seemed to be praised was flexibility because of our creation myth being bamboo centric (bamboo is flexible; bends but doesn’t break; it survives the hottest of droughts and harshest of typhoons; it stands proud and tall but when the wind blows it bows down) men and women were created when a giant bird, Bathala, split bamboo. One side emerged man, the other side woman. Feminine men were celebrated fs (but I’d assume the same of masculine women) I assume because they were flexible and had the traits of both genders. What this video does miss is that male/trans fem babaylan wielded swords even though they didn’t fight.
@rainb59872 жыл бұрын
It's fluid. It means you can be either masculine, feminine or in between. You can even change the mixture (80% masc and 20% fem) or even change it during your lifetime. In short, it's not rigid.
@homunculi04083 жыл бұрын
Pre-colonial Philippines society was more advanced than today's society.
@creestee083 жыл бұрын
Uh huh. cars, internet, skyscrapers at eroplano ganern?
@rainb59872 жыл бұрын
@@creestee08 Are you an ìdìot? Of course, he was referring to gender equality because that's the topic being discussed in the video.
@wooeidikd94122 жыл бұрын
True we were colonized by dilawans. During Marcos era we were rich after that wala na
@rainb59872 жыл бұрын
@@wooeidikd9412 According to golden kuhol?
@wooeidikd94122 жыл бұрын
@@rainb5987 Marcos era was the golden era and they also respected the LGBT. Even the whole Marcos family supports the LGBT. It was the fault of Cory Aquino that LGBT became stigmatized :(.
@ritsukauenoyama7164 жыл бұрын
Why am I crying
@pantheraviva3 жыл бұрын
same
@creestee083 жыл бұрын
Baka emosyonal kang tao
@ElyuReview-by-Arpee2 ай бұрын
coz u gay, bruh
@GarrettEderer2 жыл бұрын
Kids can still be easily influenced by what is taught. Yes we should teach respect and give people the same rights and fair chances without hate, but we still have to teach something to the kids. That's what I think is important. It seems to me the more parents teach their kids about all these different gender and sexual roles (and teach them as normal) the higher likelihood those kids will pick something different.
@troyfernandez83313 жыл бұрын
late comment but hi genderfluid filipino here and I'm crying watching this. thank you
@EnigmazGuide3 жыл бұрын
so do you get upset called by he and she? bcoz i dont just wondering
@hannahgalangco53043 жыл бұрын
Omg, fellow genderfluid folk ❤ hope you're doing well!
@EnigmazGuide3 жыл бұрын
@@hannahgalangco5304 you both sound like wanna be water.
@EnigmazGuide3 жыл бұрын
All i can say there are lies in this vidoe. Pls fellow pinoys dont get baited by lies. There are more evidence that pilipino ancestors were not animalistic. All this are westernize idealogy. Being spread to be indoctrinated.
@troyfernandez83313 жыл бұрын
@@EnigmazGuide filipinos were literally genderfluid in precolonial times. most of our gods were trans or genderless. there are lies in your religion. please fellow pinoy, don't get caught up in the lies ❤️
@sky_izm4 жыл бұрын
I learned something new. I was tasked to do a research paper about social construction of gender in college (I am a social studies major, btw). What he said is very informational. His English is great.
@shivatrashakti94194 жыл бұрын
English is taught in many Filipino schools. I went when I was fourteen and my younger cousins spoke a lot of english, with some accent, but wide vocabulary.
@NovaGirl84 жыл бұрын
the language also reflects gender fluidity. It always fascinated me that all our pronouns are neutral and you have to emphasize the gender if you need to.
@spotlessmind76814 жыл бұрын
being yourself is revolutionary
@skylarwhitey03 жыл бұрын
we use Sya or nya, "sya" if we are talking about the person and "nya" if we are talking about the person's object
@spotlessmind76814 жыл бұрын
long live precolonial Philippines 🙌
@GhastlyCretin4 жыл бұрын
Um, they're all dead by now. Hate to break it to ya.
@spotlessmind76814 жыл бұрын
@@GhastlyCretin traditions and values are still alive among some, maybe many as a part of their culture. the speaker is one example (sigh)
@GhastlyCretin4 жыл бұрын
@@spotlessmind7681 Sure, all traditions from the ancient world like child sacrifice are awesome and should be kept alive and considered holy because... old.
@spotlessmind76814 жыл бұрын
@@GhastlyCretin off topic
@GhastlyCretin4 жыл бұрын
@@spotlessmind7681 No it's not.
@leticiaj53804 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful video! We just need to check all the hate at the comments to see how much we still need to talk about it
@osmosisjones49124 жыл бұрын
So you thinks good thing for women to have the upper hand and to be OPPRESSED. Like today the woman can divorce her husband and take all property and alimony .and can't even decide what name the baby
@red.armstrong4 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite KZbinrs is from the Phillipines and in non-binary, ReddsMess
@keiladalia6792 жыл бұрын
Makes me prouder to be Filipina
@arisyuboc90882 жыл бұрын
POV: You're here because of module.
@precioussahagun72772 жыл бұрын
Hi may ask if you did a reflection paper?
@iliakaplan4 жыл бұрын
Great presentation.... Inclusivity is key, I agree
@klovespancit2 жыл бұрын
thank you for all your hard work and sharing. 🙏
@MrRayrenz2 жыл бұрын
OK but SOGIE still isn't passed in this country.
@srinivasmetta28524 жыл бұрын
Good to hear that Pakistan and Nepal are heading towards right direction...
@createhappinesswitholga98754 жыл бұрын
It is an interesting info.
@nataliaivashkina4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful and informative talk. I learned something. XOXO from Philippines!
@creestee083 жыл бұрын
Inclusive meaning kahit yung ayaw sa lgbt e kasama pa rin?
@zoeeyf.4393 жыл бұрын
we need assistance, mitigation, any help to make sure franky and zoeey are safe from harm anywhere they go. they are just 2 friends with the same egalitarian goal. they may be from different cultures but they both understand what the world needs. and it doesnt need another war.
@PhilipJSmithNov1990 Жыл бұрын
He should've mentioned the Muslims because they also banned that sort of thing before Spanish colonisation.
@AyubuKK4 жыл бұрын
I wish this was much longer. Pretty great video!
@LuxiBelle4 жыл бұрын
> I wish this was much longer. I bet you get told that alot
@nadpah4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant talk, in just 11 minutes ✨
@Nick-dx2pt3 жыл бұрын
The amount of homophobia and transphobia in this comment section is utterly disgusting 🤮
@creestee083 жыл бұрын
shucks binilang mo? 👍
@sojournern4 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Tolerance is grace.
@rainb59872 жыл бұрын
Ginoo and hari were supposed to be a gender-neutral term since women in precolonial can lead.
@threedrie4 жыл бұрын
Thank you fellow kabayan 🤟💕
@hanazawariu4 жыл бұрын
The ending was sweet. Cried a little. Thank you.
@yuancarlos234 жыл бұрын
"A little somethin' somethin'' lols
@pvkjhilk83234 жыл бұрын
gender fluid, as in they kill all no matter the gender Duterte answe to coffee, "shoot them dead"
@Kevin-vc3jf Жыл бұрын
classic example of cherry picking small details from history,misrepresenting facts and making exaggerated claim that they will then use to support a modern day agenda. the Egalitarian part is true and still true in some sense but the gender fluidity is too far of a stretch.. using the "babaylan" to justify gender fluidity. "Babaylan"/shaman are considered as oddities that is why they are able to perform the role of the shaman. But this does not mean that it is widely accepted or practiced. They are oddities who are seen as someone who have super powers meaning.. not normal. Majority of people still adheres to their traditional gender roles.. the father taught his sons his personal trade and how to defend the community and the mother taught their daughters how to take care of the house. they did it with the Greeks using the pederasty or the relationships between the male teacher and his student to create the narrative that the this kind of things are widely accepted but other primary sources contradicts this claim.. also the Satyrs which are also unnatural and used to represents negative characteristics were used to support their claim. this is the problem whenever presentism kicks in.. forcing modern day concepts in interpreting the past. STOP FORCING MODERN DAY CONCEPTS INTO HISTORY! even this gender ideology is a form of western cultural imperialism! Imposing western perspectives in understanding other country's past.
@boosay11467 ай бұрын
they were oddities? OUUCHHHHHH MAY GOOOOOOD AAAAAAAAAAHH OOOOH MY GOOOOD
@Saitamaaaaaaaaa1232 ай бұрын
I agree. They interpret it according to their beliefs and agenda.
@Mixolixplosion2 ай бұрын
Hope the Philippines won't go w0ke. A man is a man, a woman is a woman. It's in your DNA. You can identify as whatever you like but you can't change biology. More importantly don't force people to participate in your delusions.
@RM-xr8lq2 ай бұрын
@@Mixolixplosion gender is a social construct you are allowed to be ethnocentric and believe in what you wrote, but keep in mind that our secular STEM literature will include info about all humans, not just the ones that use your language and rituals
@iwafujiwara3 жыл бұрын
LGBT AND LGBT FILIPINO MUST SEE THIS. THIS IS A MOMENT.
@rainb59872 жыл бұрын
It should be both LGBT and women since babaylan represents both feminism and lgbt movement.
@andrearaspopi2 жыл бұрын
Hearing this it's possible that the Babylan Male Shaman had hormon impairment that may be as a result of some endocrine disease.