Böcker av Paul Bonham

Has our "Fight or flight" response been compromised or overridden?In this book we explore "film it", the response of many to remain in situ and record situations unfolding before them. How has our "fight or flight" response been impacted by an instinctive response to record. We seek to understand how choice is determined and the impact on our self is affected through the screen. The book observes this phenomenon from the perspective of those present experiencing and acting upon there natural instinct; those present but a step further away viewing through a screen; and, importantly, those receiving that image from a posting.Do we experience a sense of freedom or imprisonment when presented with scenarios that challenge our perceptions? Chapters within the book explore how the different realities of situations we witness, whether present or not, can lead to flawed reasoning. Do we face an existential threat to our sense of self through our ever increasing reliance on the phone as the tool we turn to in any given situation. .

Paul Bonham explores the foundations for relationships between people and drugs. His background as a drugs counsellor in prison and his experience working with young people in schools, on the streets and in clubs, has provided him with a unique insight and knowledge of the subject.From the outset, Paul explains that the term drug can be applied to any substance - whether illegal or legal - or an activity, such as gambling or drinking, that alters an individual's mindset. The approach he adopts in his workshops, which form the basis of this book, is to consider all aspects of building relationships in order to gain an understanding of the psychological and social issues surrounding addiction.Looking at the different interactions between people and various types of drugs, he examines how relationships develop and should be managed; the impact on the 'self'; and ways of safeguarding the individuals concerned. Chapters focus on subjects including; how people are shaped by their environments; relationships and how they define your identity; mental health; the family; peer pressure; the personalisation of drugs; and the impact of social media.The inclusion of workshop dramas, shared experiences and structured questions broadens the discussion, invites contrasting perspectives and prompts debate on this challenging issue.

Life, love, lust and laughter ... a multi-course banquet of tasty, exquisite morsels, a rich cocktail of life's experiences ... serious, spiritual, sensitive, sexual, surprising, shocking and funny ... poetry, verse, stories of birth, death, the undead, love, sex, gay love, humour, happiness, Satan, God, dreams, despair, the code of life, politics, prostitutes, the universe, Don Quixote, food, wine, and music.

Life, Life's journey, everyday duty, the responsibilities of one's many relationships including one's deity, the search for truth along the spiritual path; find morality and find wisdom in this profound and spiritual masterpiece.