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Ningas Cogon, Filipino time, One Day Millionaire and Fatalism - the other side of the Filipinos

Laura Arellano/Cogon Grass   Oftentimes, people are associated and identified by their culture, their traits in particular. Filipinos, for example, are known for their values. These values shaped their identity and were helpful in their pursuit of livelihood not just in the Philippines but also in other countries. One of their famous values is hard work and manifest this particular value in their respective workplaces and any personal or professional endeavors.  Like other people, Filipinos also have values that are perceived as unpopular. Despite the negative perception attached to these negative traits, Filipinos still practice these negative traits because they have become part of their culture.  Below are just some of the Filipino traits that have perceived negative meanings  Ningas Cogon  Ningas cogon is a unique, yet fascinating trait of the Filipinos. Figuratively, it refers to one’s burning desire to start and finish a project or any endeavor, yet, all of a sudden make a u-turn