BECOMING A RESILIENT STUDENT IN A STRESSFUL ERA: THE ROLE OF SELF - AWARENESS AND EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Abstract

In today's academic environment, students often face various pressures, such as academic workload, social expectations, and uncertainty about the future. These pressures have the potential to trigger psychological problems if not handled properly. This study aims to examine how self-awareness and emotional intelligence play a role in shaping students' resilience in facing these challenges. By applying a descriptive qualitative method supported by a review of relevant literature, this study highlights the contribution of self-understanding and emotional regulation abilities to mental strength, adaptability, and overall well-being. The findings reveal that students with high levels of self-awareness and emotional intelligence are generally more effective at managing stress, maintaining motivation, and achieving balance in their academic pursuits. This study also highlights the need for educational institutions to incorporate the development of emotional and psychological aspects into their student support systems. By fostering these skills, universities can help students become stronger, more emotionally stable, and better prepared to face the pressures of life and learning in the modern era.