There are books that not only make us think, but also have a lasting impact on our lives. For me, one of these books is “The Why Café” by John Strelecky. In this extraordinary story, the reader meets John, a man who is on a quest for meaning and stops off at a small café - a café that is more than just an ordinary place. It invites you to ask the really important questions in life: Why are you here? Are you afraid of death? Are you leading a fulfilled life?
The book is an invitation to pause and reflect on your own purpose - something that has always moved me deeply. This is exactly what I try to convey with my art: the courage to break free from the mental shackles of the system and follow your true calling. Because I am convinced that this is the only way to achieve true success, happiness and a sense of purpose.
Strelecky's book describes this phenomenon with impressive ease. One scene that particularly touched me was a conversation between the characters Casey and John about the invisible forces that support us when we follow our true path:
“That sounds a bit mystical,” I remarked.
“That's what some other people have said,” Casey explained.
“Some see it as part of the natural flow of the universe or a higher power at work. Still others just see it as luck. But everyone agrees that this phenomenon exists and that it plays a role in what they do.”
This quote sums up what I have experienced time and time again on my own journey. It may sound mystical, but I believe that there is a force out there - the universe, life, or whatever you want to call it - that supports us when we courageously follow our heart. It is this support that opens doors, that gives us opportunities and that shows us: You are on the right path.
I have also experienced moments in my life when exactly that happened. Whenever I left my comfort zone and did what I really wanted to do, the next step magically appeared. Exactly when I had the courage to embrace the unknown, there was this invisible force that gave me a tailwind.
“The Why Café” is more than a book - it is a key to discovering your own destiny. It reminds us that our life has meaning and that we have the power to shape it. Those who have the courage to go their own way will not only be rewarded personally, but can also make the world a better place. Because as Strelecky shows: When we live our calling, we not only attract happiness, but also people who are inspired by our enthusiasm.
Maybe it's time for you to ask yourself: What is your purpose? What would happen if you started to follow it? And what doors might open if you allow yourself to trust the “flow of the universe”?
Let “The Why Café” inspire you - perhaps it is the first step on your path to a fulfilled life.
