Abstract
This study explores the relationship between realistic optimism and the Big Five personality traits among Indian university students, offering insights into these constructs in a non-Western context. Realistic optimism, emphasizing a hopeful yet grounded perspective toward the future, was measured using Nishaat's (2018) Realistic Optimism Scale, while personality traits were assessed using the Ten-Item Personality Inventory (TIPI). A total of 209 students from three universities in West Bengal, India participated in the study. Pearson correlation analysis revealed that Emotional Stability showed the strongest positive correlation with realistic optimism, particularly with the Flexibility subcomponent. Other significant correlations were found between realistic optimism and Agreeableness, Openness to experience, and Conscientiousness. Notably, Extraversion showed no significant correlation. These results suggest that emotional regulation, interpersonal harmony, and cognitive openness play critical roles in fostering realistic optimism in an Indian cultural context. Additionally, the absence of a link between Extraversion and realistic optimism may reflect cultural differences in the expression of personality traits. Overall, the findings highlight the importance of considering cultural nuances when examining optimism and personality, suggesting that interventions to enhance realistic optimism should focus on emotional regulation and flexibility. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of how personality and optimism intersect across different cultural settings.
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Aneesah Nishaat, Higashi Nippon International University, Japan
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Conference: KCE2024
Stream: Mind
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Nishaat A. (2025) Exploring the Relationship Between Realistic Optimism and Big Five Personality Traits Among Indian University Students ISSN: 2759-7563 – The Korean Conference on Education 2024: Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 305-312) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2759-7563.2024.24
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2759-7563.2024.24
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