Fitriah M. Suud
Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta, Central Java, Indonesia

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Students Experience of Coping with Public Speaking Anxiety: A Qualitative Study on Overthinking and Self-Confidence Husniyah Faiha Jauharah; Fitriah M. Suud
AFKARINA: Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Islam Vol 10, No 2 (2025): DESEMBER
Publisher : Universitas Nurul Jadid

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33650/afkarina.v10i2.15690

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Public speaking anxiety is a significant psychological barrier for students, but the role of overthinking and its relationship with self-confidence has never been studied in an integrated manner. This study aims to explore in depth students' subjective experiences related to public speaking anxiety triggered by overthinking and its impact on self-confidence. Using a qualitative method with a transcendental phenomenological design, data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews and analysis using epoche, horizonalitation, theme reduction, and textural, structural, and essential descriptions. The results of the study showed that anxiety manifested multi-layered in the physiological, cognitive, and behavioral dimensions triggered by Fear of Negative Evaluation (FNE). Overthinking operates as repetitive negative thinking (RNT) in the anticipatory, active (mind blank), and ruminative phases after performance. It was also found that a reciprocal relationship (vicious cycle) where low self-confidence triggers overthinking, which then gradually erodes students' self-confidence. Despite Islamic spirituality, this mechanism has not been well structured. This research implies the importance of a holistic psychoeducational intervention program that integrates cognitive reconstruction and spiritual values.
Strategies for New Students of Islamic Boarding School Alumni in Overcoming Culture Shock in Higher Education Arif Hamdi; Fitriah M. Suud
AFKARINA: Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Islam Vol 11, No 1 (2026): JUNI
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Differences in learning ecology, social interaction patterns, and culture between Islamic boarding schools and universities often lead to culture shock among new students who are alumni of Islamic boarding schools. This condition not only impacts psychological aspects but also influences the academic and social adjustment process. This study aims to examine the adaptation strategies used by new students who are alumni of Islamic boarding schools in dealing with these conditions in higher education. The method used is a qualitative approach with a descriptive research type. The research subjects consisted of 20 new students who were alumni of Islamic boarding schools selected through a purposive sampling technique. The results show that students experience three main forms of culture shock: changes in learning systems and relationship patterns, the existence of stereotypes regarding identity, and shifts in views regarding gender roles. To overcome these, students develop various adaptation strategies, including academic strategies such as independent learning and self-regulated learning, social strategies through strengthening relationships and communication, cultural strategies in the form of identity negotiation, and psychological strategies such as resilience, self-reflection, and intrinsic motivation. These findings indicate that culture shock is not only an obstacle but also plays a role in the transformation process that strengthens students' academic and social identities.