Date of Completion

2025

Document Type

Research Project

Degree Name

Grade 12

Keywords

Adolescents, Gratitude, Mindfulness, Life Satisfaction, Mixed-Method, Senior High School

Abstract

Adolescence is a developmental stage characterized by physical, social, and emotional changes. As students face academic demands alongside personal challenges, nurturing their emotional resilience becomes increasingly essential. Despite extensive research on life satisfaction (LS) in adults, limited attention has been given to adolescents, and few studies have directly examined the joint influence of gratitude and mindfulness on LS. This study analyzed gratitude, mindfulness, and life satisfaction among 349 senior high school students from Cavite private schools and how these variables influence adolescents’ outlook, resilience, and well-being across demographic profiles. An explanatory sequential mixed-methods design was used, collecting quantitative data from 349 students via non-stratified probability sampling and qualitative insights from semi-structured interviews with four participants selected through purposive sampling. Findings revealed very high gratitude, high life satisfaction, and slightly low mindfulness levels. Gratitude and mindfulness were very weakly but significantly related, yet both correlated with life satisfaction. Gratitude and LS varied by income, while gratitude also differed by family type; no other demographic effects emerged. Qualitative findings showed adolescents derived gratitude through reflection on current privileges, while mindfulness involved appreciating mundane social interactions, journaling, or faith—helping them reframe challenges and strengthen coping strategies. Both practices are recognized as significant mechanisms in emotional regulation, resilience, and the cultivation of a positive outlook. However, the study is limited by a small qualitative sample and contextual scope, warranting cautious interpretation. Schools are encouraged to integrate these practices into programs supporting adolescent well-being, while further studies could refine their application across diverse populations.

First Advisor

Lord Joseas C. Conwi

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