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Question: How does cultural belief shapes family goals and family roles?

Cultural beliefs impose a powerful impact on how an individual thinks and acts. As human
beings, we see Culture as something that is a reflection of our character as an individual. We treat culture
as if it represents our nation to the world. Culture is then defined as a set of shared beliefs, values, and
customs that are passed down from generation to generation. It became an essential component of human
society. In the Philippines, our Bayanihan culture is quite unique and is admired by other nations for its
display of camaraderie and extraordinary teamwork. In other countries, like South Korea, their courtesy
culture of bowing to every person they meet to show respect and acknowledge their presence is also
admired by the world. Culture comes with traditions and beliefs that people living in a society tend to
follow and adapt to their daily lives. It can be something that their ancestors have taught to or a belief
from their religion. For example, in India, patriarchy lies at the heart of Hinduism. Men get to set the
rules, laws, regulations, and roles of women and children. Men are the captains of the Hindi culture and
their presence is viewed as essential and if a household patriarch passes, the family would be in misery.
Cultural beliefs dictate the dos and donts of a society. Such then, individuals adapt this to their
own families. People are not born with cultural beliefs as these beliefs are instilled into them as they
grow. They are taught of what to do and what not to say, who to respect, who to follow, and how they
should function in a society. And so, family aligns their goals in life to their cultural belief as they think
following such will lead them to a prosperous and happy life. Human society grasps these beliefs so
highly because they create stability, which gives you a sense of security and safety. For most people,
culture provides them with the same emotional response as they have for their family. It is indisputable
that your culture shapes who you are, your outlook on life and the world, and your beliefs. Your culture
influences even your sense of humanity and how you interact with others.
To sum it all up, cultural beliefs influence an individual on what to think and how to act. An
individual then applies this to their own family, setting the rules and forming roles for their family
members. As culture provides a sense of belongingness and security, they align their goals to it, thinking
that their cultural beliefs and practices will do them nothing else but good for all.