Threat versus Challenge
While reading an article about
managing life effectively, I was struck by an idea it presented: the confusion people have
recognizing the difference between threats and challenges. This is exactly
where disregulated eaters (and others, as well) often get themselves into
trouble, so I thought a blog would be in order.
Many of you are confused about the
difference between a threat and a challenge. Before I give you my take on the
subject, consider how you would describe the way that “threat” and “challenge”
are different and note whether you often confuse the two. Okay then. A threat is
something that will do actual physical or mental harm. Examples include standing
in front of a speeding car and repeatedly reporting to work late without an excuse. There’s
little doubt that these actions will cause pain and suffering. In fact, I doubt
there’s anyone on earth who would argue with this assertion.
A challenge, on the other hand, implies
no danger or harm, only, perhaps, difficulty. Examples include learning a new
language or joining a dating service. Where’s the danger? Where’s the harm?
There is none except in your mistaken perception. True, you might not learn the
language quickly or may speak it poorly or you might like someone who ignores
or rejects you. But, the point is that there is nothing intrinsically threatening in learning a new language or joining a
dating service, whereas there is absolute threat in standing in front of a
spe...
Source: Normal Eating - Category: Eating Disorders Authors: eatnormalnow Source Type: blogs
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