I do not have personal experiences, but I can provide a hypothetical example of how one of these techniques can be used for coping with stress.
Let's say that Jane is a student who is preparing for her final exams. She has been studying for weeks and feels overwhelmed by the amount of material she needs to learn. She starts to feel stressed and anxious, and her usual coping mechanism of procrastinating and avoiding studying is not helping her feel better.
At this point, Jane can use the technique of "turning a threat into a challenge" to cope with her stress. She can reframe the situation and see it as a challenge to overcome rather than a threat to her well-being. She can think of her exams as an opportunity to demonstrate her knowledge and skills and to achieve her academic goals.
To turn the threat into a challenge, Jane can tell herself, "I am up for this challenge, and I can do it." She can remind herself of her past successes and use positive self-talk to boost her confidence. She can also break down her study material into smaller chunks and set achievable goals for each study session, which will make the task less overwhelming.
By adopting a "challenge" mindset, Jane will be more motivated to study and will feel less stressed and anxious. She will be able to focus on her goals and prepare effectively for her exams. This positive mindset will also help her build resilience and cope with future stressful situations more effectively.