PERAN PENGASUH SEBAGAI MOTIVATOR DALAM PEMBENTUKAN KECERDASAN EMOSIONAL REMAJA PUTRI DI PANTI ASUHAN YATIM MUHAMMADIYAH SRAGEN

Abstrak

This study aims to examine the role of caregivers as motivators in developing emotional intelligence among adolescent girls at Panti Asuhan Yatim Muhammadiyah Sragen. The research focuses on how caregivers provide guidance, spiritual mentoring, motivational advice, and emotional support to shape positive emotional behavior in adolescents. A qualitative approach with interviews and observations was employed to collect data from both caregivers and adolescents. The sample in this study consisted of 10 teenagers and 2 caregivers of the Panti Asuhan Yatim Muhammadiyah Sragen. The findings indicate that caregivers play a crucial role by serving as role models, offering religious and motivational activities, and acting as empathetic listeners to help adolescents manage negative emotions. Factors supporting this role include emotional closeness, regular religious and developmental activities, and a caring, family-like environment. Challenges include differences in adolescent personalities, limited time and number of caregivers, and insufficient specialized training in Islamic counseling and communication techniques. The study concludes that the presence of dedicated caregivers significantly contributes to the emotional intelligence of adolescent girls, and enhancing caregiver training and expanding supportive activities can further strengthen this impact.