REPRESENTASI KECERDASAN EMOSI TOKOH UTAMA PADA NOVEL HELEN DAN SUKANTA KARYA PIDI BAIQ: TEORI DANIEL GOLEMAN

Abstract

This research is motivated by the importance of emotional intelligence, which needs to be managed both in everyday life and in the portrayal of characters especially the main character in literary works. The purpose of this study is to represent the emotional intelligence of the main character in the novel Helen dan Sukanta by Pidi Baiq through the five aspects proposed by Daniel Goleman: self-awareness, emotional regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. The study employs a descriptive qualitative method with a psychological literary approach. The data source is the novel Helen dan Sukanta by Pidi Baiq (2019). Data were collected using the reading and note-taking method, focusing on quotations, narratives, dialogues, and monologues that reflect the character’s emotions. The collected data were then analyzed by classifying them according to the five aspects of emotional intelligence based on Daniel Goleman’s theory. The results of the study show that the main character in Helen dan Sukanta is able to demonstrate emotional intelligence in various situations, including anger, sadness, happiness, and confusion. In terms of self-awareness, the character can recognize and validate their emotions. Emotional regulation is shown through the main character’s efforts to control emotional turmoil, although not always successfully. The aspect of motivation is reflected in the character’s determination to maintain relationships and face difficulties. Empathy is evident in the character’s concern for others’ emotions and the ability to recognize them through subtle cues. Social skills are manifested in the ability to build relationships despite cultural and background differences.

Keywords: Emotional intelligence, emotion, Daniel Goleman.