The level of anxiety about the future experienced in early adulthood varies from person to person, but self-confidence
is part of the emotional and cognitive factors that protect against anxiety about the future. The purpose of this study
was to determine the relationship between self-confidence and future anxiety in early adulthood. Early adulthood is
a developmental phase characterized by major life transitions, increasing responsibilities, and uncertainty regarding
career, relationships, and long-term life planning, which may heighten vulnerability to psychological distress. The
research method used was quantitative, with data collected using a self-confidence scale and a future anxiety scale.
The sample was selected based on accidental sampling with criteria of being between 18 and 40 years old and having
a minimum education level of high school, resulting in 70 participants. Hypothesis testing used Spearman's rho
correlation. The results indicated a negative correlation between the variables of self-confidence and anxiety with a
sig. value (2-tailed) of 0.012 and a correlation coefficient value of -0.298. The hypothesis stating that there is a
correlation between self-confidence and anxiety about the future in early adulthood was accepted. These findings
emphasize the importance of developing psychological interventions that focus on increasing self-confidence,
strengthening adaptive coping strategies, and enhancing emotional regulation as preventive measures in reducing
anxiety about the future and improving overall psychological well-being