The Ordinary Magic of Religiosity in the Resilience and Relevance for Psychoeducational Services in Schools

Achmad Miftachul 'Ilmi; Muslihati Muslihati; Agung Minto Wahyu; Nur Mega Aris Saputra; Hawiki Renalia; Elita Elidayanti; Shania Dea Menany Soputan

doi:10.18326/pamomong.v6i1.3963

Authors

Achmad Miftachul 'Ilmi Universitas Negeri Semarang
Muslihati Muslihati Universitas Negeri Malang
Agung Minto Wahyu Universitas Indonesia
Nur Mega Aris Saputra Universitas Negeri Malang
Hawiki Renalia Universitas Negeri Malang
Elita Elidayanti Universitas Negeri Malang
Shania Dea Menany Soputan Nanyang Technological University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18326/pamomong.v6i1.3963

Keywords:

Resilience, Ordinary Magic, Religiosity, Chronic Illness, Psychoeducation

Abstract

COVID-19 survivors with chronic illnesses face layered physical, emotional, and spiritual pressures. In a religious society like Indonesia, religiosity plays a vital role in fostering long-term psychological resilience. This study aims to (1) explore resilience patterns based on Ann S. Masten’s Ordinary Magic theory, (2) analyze the role of religiosity in activating adaptive strengths during grief from chronic illness, and (3) examine its relevance for developing school-based psychoeducational services. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, data were collected purposively from six survivors with comorbidities and two supporting informants. In-depth interviews and observations were analyzed thematically using MAXQDA. Findings revealed four key resilience patterns: stress resistance, recovery, normalization, and posttraumatic growth, all significantly shaped by religiosity. Practices such as prayer, spiritual reflection, and finding transcendental meaning helped individuals manage emotions, sustain hope, and build inner strength. These insights highlight the potential for integrating spiritual values into psychoeducational programs to support student resilience. Further research is encouraged to develop religiosity-based preventive interventions tailored to educational settings.

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