A coping mechanism involving the diversion of destructive impulses into acceptable outlets.
Example: A notorious bully joins the Marines and excels in hand-to-hand combat. He eventually learns to enjoy training new recruits.
Sublimation
A coping mechanism involving the diversion of destructive impulses into acceptable outlets.
Example: A notorious bully joins the Marines and excels in hand-to-hand combat. He eventually learns to enjoy training new recruits.