Author: Sulatha Griselda Eric, Dr. Mangayarkarasi

Abstract: In today's world of technology and intense competition students' mental health is very crucial in addition to the innovative teaching tools and methods. In this competitive world where technology is upbeat, competition is rife, expectations are high, students face several mental health issues which hamper their academic and personal growth. The objective of this study is to prepare students to face such mental issues and to grow through them. To improve mental health and to deal with stress successfully, the researcher used the ideology ‘Kintsugi’, the Japanese art of repairing fragmented pottery with gold, silver, or platinum lacquer. Rather than hiding the cracks, Kintsugi highlights them, celebrating the object's imperfections. By introducing the philosophy of Kintsugi, the researcher attempts to teach young students to accept flaws, embrace imperfections rather than concealing them or running away from challenges. The study found that those students who use this philosophy positively, accepted their mistakes and developed a spirit of resilience.

Keywords: Student Mental Health, Competitive Stress, Innovative Teaching, Kintsugi Philosophy, Resilience Development

Article Info: Received: 11 Nov 2025; Received in revised form: 08 Dec 2025; Accepted: 12 Dec 2025; Available online: 18 Dec 2025

DOI: 10.22161/ijels.106.61