Answer:
The Filipino concept of hiya, often translated as 'shame' or 'embar- rassment', has often received ambivalent or negative interpreta- tions.
Amor propio means self-esteem. To make sure this is not hurt the Filipino is expected to be sensitive about the feelings of others. Shame and embarrassment, called hiya, should not be caused to others! Often the sudden and intense violence in Filipino relations is caused by by "damaged" amor propio.
