Pengalaman Anak Panti Asuhan dalam Mengembangkan Kepercayaan Diri di Lingkungan Sosial

This study aims to describe the experiences of children living in an orphanage in developing self-confidence within their social environment. This study employed a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, observations, and documentation. The participants were children living in an orphanage who had experiences interacting with peers, caregivers, and the broader social environment. Data were analyzed using the Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña model, which consists of data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. The findings show that children’s self-confidence develops through experiences of interacting with others, expressing opinions, participating in group activities, and receiving support from peers and caregivers. Initially, some children experienced shyness, hesitation, fear of making mistakes, and difficulty adjusting to unfamiliar people. However, repeated social interactions, participation in group activities, and encouragement from others were experienced as supportive in helping children become more willing to communicate and participate. Nevertheless, some children continued to experience difficulties in certain social situations, particularly when interacting with unfamiliar people or speaking in situations where they were afraid of making mistakes. Thus, positive and repeated social experiences are an important part of the process of developing self-confidence among children living in orphanages.