<![CDATA[This study aimed to explore, describe, and analyze efforts to overcome homesickness through self-directed learning steps among students at PP Al-Hikmah Bandar Lampung. The research utilized a descriptive, qualitative approach that was both reflective and collective in nature. Data collection techniques included observation, interviews, documentation, and focus group discussions (FGD). To ensure the validity of the data, source triangulation and technique triangulation were applied. The findings revealed four key steps of self-directed learning that were implemented to address homesickness: planning, implementation, monitoring, and assessment. The study further highlighted how self-directed learning strategies were integrated across the entire school environment, demonstrating its significance as a proactive approach in managing emotional and psychological challenges among students. By fostering a supportive learning environment, these strategies not only helped mitigate homesickness but also promoted resilience, emotional well-being, and personal growth. The study contributes to understanding how self-directed learning can be a valuable tool in addressing non-academic challenges, such as homesickness, and its potential role in supporting student development in Islamic boarding schools.]]>
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