Analisis Konflik Batin Tokoh Henderi dalam Novel Ini Aheng Bukan Dilan Karya Niswa Hasana: Pendekatan Psikologi Sastra

Abstract

This study aims to examine the inner conflict faced by Henderi, a character in the novel Ini Aheng Bukan Dilan by Niswa Hasana, using a literary psychology perspective, particularly based on Kurt Lewin's theory of psychological conflict, which breaks down inner conflict into three types: approach-approach conflict, avoidance-avoidance conflict, and approach-avoidance conflict. The goal of this study is to recognize and explain the inner struggles of Henderi in the story. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach to analyze each of the character's inner conflicts within the novel’s narrative. The data source for this study is the novel itself, and the data consist of sentences, paragraph fragments, or complete paragraphs that describe Henderi's inner turmoil and his actions to deal with these conflicts. The findings show that in the approach-approach conflict, Henderi experiences uncertainty in deciding whether to protect and defend Carelia or ignore what he witnessed. He faces a dilemma between wanting to be close to his brother Juan while dealing with emerging feelings. In the avoidance-avoidance conflict, Henderi is torn between holding on to his feelings and choosing whether to avoid external problems or confront uncomfortable emotions. In the approachavoidance conflict, Henderi is caught between defending and protecting Carelia or staying away from involvement, while also struggling with whether to avoid his father’s calls or respond to them.