Nikki Lucenario 2012 Voice of Our Youth impromptu speech

Summary

The speaker reflects on the importance of embracing Filipino identity to promote tourism. They emphasize the need to speak, breathe, and live the Filipino way, showcasing the nation's beauty through personal actions and digital platforms. By sharing the country's hospitality and cultural richness, the speaker believes in fostering a positive image that attracts visitors and celebrates the Philippines' present and future.

Takeaways

• 🙏 The speaker emphasizes the lessons they learned from their parents, including prayer and basic actions like speaking, breathing, and living.
• 🌍 The speaker points out that while these basic actions are universal, every culture, including Filipino, has unique ways of expressing them.
• 🇵🇭 The speaker highlights that many Filipinos forget how to speak, live, and breathe in a distinctly Filipino way, leading to a decline in tourism and cultural pride.
• 🌿 Speaking the Filipino way can promote tourism by sharing the beauty of the Philippines, such as Batangas and Banaue Rice Terraces, both online and in person.
• 💻 The speaker appreciates how modern technology (internet, social media) enables Filipinos to easily share the country's beauty and culture with a global audience.
• 🤝 Filipino hospitality is a unique cultural trait that can attract tourists, and the speaker believes it's essential to demonstrate this value to others.
• 🌏 The speaker emphasizes that even when traveling abroad, they continue to embrace Filipino culture and identity, showing pride in their heritage.
• 🎉 The Filipino spirit of joy, accommodation, and welcome is highlighted as a key attraction for tourists beyond the beautiful landscapes.
• 📢 The speaker believes that the youth of the Philippines are the future and that their actions can shape the perception of the country globally.
• 💖 The speaker concludes by stating that by speaking, breathing, and living as a Filipino, they can proudly represent and promote the Philippines to the world.

Q & A

What are the three basic things the speaker's parents taught them?

The speaker's parents taught them how to speak, breathe, and live as a Filipino.

How does the speaker plan to promote Filipino tourism?

The speaker plans to promote Filipino tourism by inviting people to visit places like Batangas and the Banaue Rice Terraces, and by using the internet, radio, and television to share the beauty of the Philippines.

What does the speaker mean by 'speaking the Filipino way'?

By 'speaking the Filipino way,' the speaker means promoting the positive aspects of the Philippines and its culture when communicating with others.

How does the speaker suggest breathing the Philippine way can promote tourism?

The speaker suggests that by maintaining their Filipino spirit and culture even when abroad, they can serve as an example of Filipino hospitality and culture, thus attracting others to visit the Philippines.

What does the speaker believe is the most effective way to promote Filipino tourism?

The speaker believes that living the Filipino way, showcasing hospitality, and being a symbol of Filipino culture is the most effective way to promote tourism.

Why does the speaker feel that sometimes they forget their nationalism?

The speaker acknowledges that in today's society, especially among the youth, it's easy to forget one's cultural roots and nationalism, which can be hurtful but also serves as a reminder of the importance of promoting one's culture.

What role does the speaker believe the youth has in promoting the Philippines?

The speaker believes that the youth are the future and have a significant role in showcasing the beauty and culture of the Philippines, thereby attracting tourists.

What does the speaker think is the key to drawing people towards the Philippines?

The speaker thinks that the key to drawing people towards the Philippines is showcasing the values of hospitality, joy, accommodation, and welcome that have been part of the culture for a long time.

How does the speaker plan to demonstrate their pride in being Filipino?

The speaker plans to demonstrate their pride in being Filipino through simple gestures like showing respect to their parents and living in a way that reflects Filipino values.

What lesson does the speaker want to impart to others about promoting their nation?

The speaker wants to impart the lesson that promoting one's nation is not just about showcasing beautiful places but also about living and embodying the culture and values that make the nation unique.