RETRACTED ARTICLE: Subjective well-being and emotion regulation of employees: the inhibitory role of stress factors

This study examines the interaction between stress resilience, subjective well-being, and emotion regulation strategies among employees in Astana, Kazakhstan. The primary objective was to understand the psychological dynamics in the workplace by investigating the interplay between these factors. Using standardized instruments including CD-RISC, SWLS, and ERQ, data were collected from 300 employees across various sectors such as schools, hypermarkets, and banks. Statistical analysis, including Spearman correlation, revealed significant relationships between the variables. High levels of stress resilience were strongly correlated with higher subjective well-being (correlation coefficient of 0.951) and more effective emotion regulation strategies, particularly cognitive reappraisal (0.910) and emotion suppression (0.921). The high correlation among the variables—stress resilience, subjective well-being, and emotion regulation strategies—indicates that individuals with higher resilience tend to have greater well-being and more effective emotion regulation capabilities. This is likely because stress resilience enhances one’s ability to adapt and recover from stress, which positively influences their overall satisfaction with life and their approach to managing emotions. These findings underscore the importance of implementing workplace measures to enhance stress resilience and emotion regulation capabilities. This study provides novel insights into the benefits of resilience training and adaptive emotion regulation, which can contribute to improved employee well-being and productivity. The results are particularly relevant for organizational leaders and human resource professionals seeking to cultivate a healthier and more resilient workforce.