Relationship between Realistic Optimism and Gratitude among Indian University Students

Abstract

This study explored the relationship between gratitude and realistic optimism in the Indian context. The researcher conducted a survey of 206 students (107 males and 99 females) aged 18–22 years from two universities in West Bengal, India, using the Realistic Optimism Scale and the Gratitude Questionnaire-6. Pearson’s correlation coefficient analysis was performed to analyze the data. The analysis revealed that gratitude has a significant positive correlation with realistic optimism (r = .26), future orientation (r = .25), flexibility (r = .15), and will/courage (r = .15). The findings suggest that individuals with high levels of realistic optimism have a high level of gratitude.