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To Be the Eye Within the Storm, I Am Challenged Not Stressed

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Pages 257-273 | Received 14 Apr 2015, Accepted 24 Oct 2015, Published online: 22 Jan 2016
 

Abstract

Via the lens of Cognitive Activation Theory of Stress (Ursin & Eriksen, 2004) we explored the stress experience in seven Olympic Norway coaches. We present elements that impact their stress experience. The phenomenological analysis of the semistructured interviews helped us identify that their expectancy to cope with the situational demands and specific defense mechanisms filtered the evaluation of stressors that were interpreted as manageable challenges. To nurture these 2 filters, the coaches used their confidence and engaged in systematic reflection and learning. These findings are related to the existing literature, practical applications, limitations, and future research.

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