David Adam Knihy

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Podtitul: Život s obsedantně kompulzivní poruchou. „Řekněme, že stojíte blízko okraje útesu a užíváte si výhled. Není tu žádná bezpečnostní zábrana a část vašeho mozku, která hlídá možná nebezpečí a instinktivně se jim vyhýbá, znervózní a vyšle signál nohám, aby udělaly krok zpět, a riziko tím snížily. Jiná část mozku tento příkaz pohnout nohama zaznamená a snaží se ho vysvětlit tím, že porovná imaginární hrozbu s realitou. Žádná bezprostřední hrozba tu však není. Klidně stojíte. Proč tedy ustupovat zpět? V čem je problém? Mozek – generátor vtíravých myšlenek – vystřelí (iracionální) návrh: problém musí být v tom, že jsi chtěl skočit.“ Vtíravé myšlenky má občas téměř každý. Ať už se týkají jídla, sexu, násilného chování, devět z deseti lidí občas napadne něco, co vzápětí vnímají jako šokující, nepřiměřené či děsivé. Pokud se takové nechtěné myšlenky vracejí opakovaně a donutí člověka vyhýbat se jim pomocí rituálů v chování, může se takové myšlení a chování rozvinout v obsedatně kompulzivní poruchu. Autor, který sám přes dvacet let s touto poruchou zápolí, v upřímné snaze jí porozumět nabízí přehled psychologických, výzkumných, historických, ale i osobních postřehů a poznatků. Osobní příběh se prolíná celou knihou od prvního výskytu, kdy se nemoc ozvala jako „sněhová vločka uprostřed léta“, přes rozvoj složitých kompulzivních obran proti vtíravým myšlenkám, až po léčbu ve skupinové terapii KBT.

The Celtic hymn, Be Thou My Vision is still popular after 12 centuries because of its vivid response to our deep human need for God. David Adam takes the reader through this hymn, seeking to discover the spiritual riches that are hidden in all our lives.

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Man Who Couldn't Stop. 'Witty, sharp and enlightening . . . This book will make you smarter' Adam Rutherford. What if you have more intelligence than you realize? What if there is a genius inside you, just waiting to be released? And what if the route to better brain power is not hard work or thousands of hours of practice but to simply swallow a pill?In The Genius Within, bestselling author David Adam explores the ground-breaking neuroscience of cognitive enhancement that is changing the way the brain and the mind works – to make it better, sharper, more focused and, yes, more intelligent. Sharing his own experiments with revolutionary smart drugs and electrical brain stimulation, he delves into the sinister history of intelligence tests, meets savants and brain hackers and reveals how he boosted his own IQ to cheat his way into Mensa.Going to the heart of how we consider, measure and judge mental ability, The Genius Within asks difficult questions about the science that could rank and define us, and inevitably shape our future.

A huge selection of prayers from some of our best-loved authors including Nick Fawcett, David Adam, Susan Sayers, and Ray Simpson. Bringing together words of warmth across a range of subjects and situations, these timeless prayer collections can be used for both personal and group prayer and provide a wealth of resources.

Featuring over 300 prayers for Advent and Christmas, this collection showcases the work of esteemed Christian writers David Adam, Nick Fawcett, Susan Sayers, and Ray Simpson. It serves as an essential resource for individuals involved in preparing public worship, offering a rich variety of prayers that enhance the spiritual experience during the festive season.

Focusing on the concept of walking in light, this meditative book invites readers to embrace discipleship through twelve themed chapters, each representing an hour of the day. It reflects on the tradition of daily prayers in monastic communities, exploring themes such as praise, thanksgiving, and forgiveness. The prayers are designed for use at specific times or as a guide for personal reflection, encouraging a deeper spiritual journey from morning to night.

Focusing on the hidden epidemic of child hunger, the book reveals the alarming reality that many children face inadequate nutrition despite living in seemingly abundant societies. Through a blend of research and personal stories, it uncovers systemic failures and socioeconomic disparities contributing to this crisis, highlighting its emotional and physiological impacts. With a compassionate narrative, the author calls for awareness and action, urging individuals and policymakers to confront these issues and advocate for the well-being of vulnerable children.

Focusing on the theme of God's presence, this book emphasizes the joy of Advent as a time for connection through prayer. It offers a collection of meaningful, concise prayers designed to celebrate God's companionship and the essence of the season. Authored by David Adam, the prayers are crafted to be accessible and reflective, guiding readers from Advent to Epiphany in their spiritual journey.

The spiritual wisdom of the Celts has been preserved in poetry - a poetry invoking God's blessing on every aspect of human life, that celebrates the wonder and power of nature, and that encourages a deeper awareness of the divine presence in all creation. This anthology expresses the essence of a spirituality that can help people rediscover the mystery of God in both the mundane and momentous happenings in their lives and in the world around them. The aim of "The Wisdom Of" series is to introduce people to the spiritual heritage of the Christian faith. This will include people who want to explore and develop the spiritual dimension of their lives, but who may be wary of institutional forms of religion and worship. David Adam is the author of "The Edge of Glory", "The Eye of the Eagle" and "The Cry of the Deer".