Conference Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII)
International Students Conference on Islamic Psychology (ISCIP)

Tawadhu and psychological well-being among muslim students

Date Published : 3 February 2026

Contributors

Falyndita Muthia Ganny

Department of Psichology, Faculty of Psichology, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Indonesia
Author

Khaylila Tiara Ainun Hudha

Department of Psichology, Faculty of Psichology, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Indonesia
Author

Adera Ratu Syahda

Department of Psichology, Faculty of Psichology, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Indonesia
Author

Fuad nashori

Department of Psichology, Faculty of Psichology, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Indonesia
Author

Keywords

Muslim students psychological well-being tawadhu

Proceeding

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): The 5th International Student Conference on Islamic Psychology 2025

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General Track

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Abstract

The importance of psychological well-being in the lives of students, particularly those in Islamic-based educational environments, serves as the primary focus of this study. Among the internal factors influencing well-being, tawadhu, which is defined as an attitude of non-superiority and the ability to appreciate others without losing self-confidence, is considered a key variable. Utilizing a quantitative correlational method, this study aimed to examine the positive relationship between tawadhu and psychological well-being among Muslim students. Data were collected through online questionnaires using the Tawadhu Scale and Psychological Well-being Scale (the short version). The results revealed a significant positive relationship between the two variables (r = .577; p < .001). These findings indicate that higher levels of tawadhu are associated with greater psychological well-being, specifically in areas such as self-acceptance, positive relations with others, autonomy, environmental mastery, purpose in life, and personal growth. In conclusion, tawadhu as a spiritual value contributes significantly to developing inner peace and mental resilience in students. These findings suggest that higher education institutions should consider character education programs that integrate Islamic values with positive psychology approaches.

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Muthia Ganny, F. ., Tiara Ainun Hudha, K. ., Ratu Syahda, A. ., & nashori, F. (2026). Tawadhu and psychological well-being among muslim students. International Students Conference on Islamic Psychology (ISCIP), 2(1), 1-10. https://conference.uii.ac.id/iscip/paper/view/643