Abstract
This study aims to examine the relative contribution of mental toughness and mindfulness to quality of life among university students, considering their psychological, educational, and familial well-being. A sample of 259 students from Al-Balqa Applied University in Jordan participated in the study. A quantitative approach was employed, utilizing three self-developed instruments: the Mental Toughness Scale, the Mindfulness Scale, and the Quality of Life Scale. Data were analyzed using correlation and regression techniques to explore the relationships between the variables. The results revealed significant positive correlations between the dimensions of mental toughness (commitment, control, and challenge) and quality of life domains (family, psychological, and educational). Similarly, mindfulness dimensions (awareness, monitoring, consciousness, and judgment) were positively associated with quality of life. The combined dimensions of mental toughness and mindfulness explained 66.7% of the variance in overall quality of life, which was statistically significant at the 0.05 level. The findings demonstrate that mental toughness and mindfulness significantly predict university students’ quality of life, particularly in psychological, educational, and family domains, highlighting their combined role in promoting holistic well-being. The study offers practical implications for educators, counselors, and mental health professionals by emphasizing the need to incorporate mindfulness and mental toughness training into university support programs to improve students’ overall quality of life and psychological resilience.