Nurturing the Self: How Gratitude and Self-Compassion Foster Inner Kindness

Abstract

This study explores the impact of gratitude and self-compassion among college going young adults aged 18-25. The research examines the correlation between gratitude (measured using the Gratitude Questionnaire-6, GQ-6) and self-compassion to understand their relationship among students. The study employs a quantitative survey-based approach, collecting data from 95 participants through standardized self-report measures. Due to incomplete information 15 datasheets didn’t consider Statistical analyses, including descriptive statistics, correlation was conducted to assess the relationships between gratitude, self-compassion. Key findings reveal a significant positive correlation between gratitude, self-compassion. Higher levels of gratitude and self-compassion were associated with reduced stress, enhanced emotional balance, and improved life satisfaction among students. The results emphasize the importance of cultivating these two positive psychological traits among students. There is need to develop self-compassion programmes for women especially as result showed women having low self-compassion than men Future research may explore the longitudinal effects of gratitude and self-compassion on student mental health outcomes.