Soul & Spirit Magazine

16 May 2014

The people of the UK work some of the longest hours in the world – did you know? I read this nugget of information recently and have to say that I wasn’t surprised. It’s not uncommon for work grumbles to dominate conversations with our friends and family. And, having heard that Reed Jobs has more than six million active candidates using its services, there’s no questioning that many of us are unhappy in our roles. With this in mind, I felt it was important to offer up a wealth of expert advice to help you to find career bliss this issue. Let’s start with your true calling, on page 57 Alison Davies shares affirmations and advice that’ll give you a nudge in the right direction. Meanwhile, on page 60, we’ve a quiz that’ll enable you to uncover your talents and see which jobs they’re best suited to. If nerves are getting in the way of you getting the job you want, check out our tips for keeping them at bay on page 42. Stepping away from the workplace, relationship expert, Elena Angel dishesup top advice on deepening relationships to find soulmate friendships on page 66, and you can find out how the summer solstice is celebrated all over the world on page 37. Plus, with Father’s Day falling this month, what better time is there to look into the powers of the Greek gods (p81)? With so much to get stuck into, I think it’s about time to pop the kettle on. Green tea, anybody? Rianna, Editor