A view from the inside: An in-depth look at a female university student's experience with a feel-based intervention to enhance self-confidence and self-talk

Abstract

The primary goal of this investigation was to document, using the participatory paradigm, a female university student's experience with a feel-based intervention intended to enhance the quality of her academic experiences including her self-confidence and self-talk. In this unique qualitative case study, the student participated in a 15-week intervention that included multiple in-depth interviews and regular journaling, both of which prompted regular self-monitoring and self-reflection. A narrative account illustrates how the student learned to regulate the way she felt through the intervention, leading to increased self-awareness and selfcontrol, as well as enhanced self-talk and self-confidence.