Finding Soul in Work and Life

by Prafulla Raval and Vasant Raval

The book discusses four stages of transition titled Perceive, Pick-up, Prepare, and Proceed. First, it looks at the current state of things to decipher why people continue to remain unhappy throughout their life (Perceive). Second, it helps the reader comprehend or Pick-up the wisdom of the ages; the so-called lenses that will help gain a new perspective on one's unhappiness and do something about it. Third, it assists the reader in order to Prepare, that is, examine life and work in the context of karma, to help make the change, to lead oneself to the right path to lasting happiness. Issues and challenges of work-life balance are also addressed in this stage.

The final stage is to proceed, that is, being one's journey to effect change using the newly-found compass to achieve lasting happiness. End of chapter Karmic Cues provides exercises to gain personal insights in the book's message.

About the Author:

Vasant Raval is currently Chairman of the Department of Accounting and Professor of Accounting at Creighton University.