The Cafe on the Edge of the World: A Story About the Meaning of Life

by John P. Strelecky

Book Overview

Originally published under the title, The Why Are You Here Cafe. This book became a #1 best seller in 2009 under the title, The Why Cafe. It has been translated into 21 languages and has been called a... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0991392051
• ISBN13: 9780991392056
• Release Date: October 2020
• Publisher: Aspen Light Publishing
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.0" x 0.3" x 4.3"
• Age Range: 12 years and up

Customer Reviews

A Journey Toward Self-Discovery

I loved this book. It is the journey of one man to a magical cafe in the middle of the middle of nowhere. He's tense, unhappy and frustrated - a condition that plagues much of our society. At this average little diner he discovers the answers to three of life's greatest questions. At only 126 pages, it was simple and to the point; a handbook for self-discovery. But don't let it's simplicity fool you. Just because the answers to life's questions are simple does not mean they are easy. There is also has a handy "Reader's Guide" at the end of the book that is great for either guiding discussion groups or just enhancing one's own self development process. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who finds themselves frustrated and at loss as to their life direction. Whether you are starting your journey of self-discovery, or are a seasoned traveler, The Why Cafe provides simple solutions that are easily implemented and acted upon. John P. Strelecky's writing is enjoyable and easy to process. You WILL get the point when you are done reading this book.

Great book. Try it.

Ok, I know this isn't a discussion board, but come on, what is that other guy thinking. If all that new books did was reference old books then the new books wouldn't be all that interesting would they? I read this book because a friend was raving about it one night when we were discussing why so many people seem so miserable. This story totally hits it. People just aren't tapped into what they really want to do with their life. We buy off on all the ads and promos (by the way, I thought the piece on advertising was genius. I don't know if anyone has written about it before, but I hadn't heard about it before. And considering that there is someone trying to sell you things everywhere you turn, apparently even if someone has written about it before, the problem hasn't been solved! Maybe twenty more people should write about it so that we can finally start opening our inboxes without 100 pieces of spam sitting there.) and then the next thing you know we're so far in debt we can't imagine ever quitting to go do something new or fun. That's the piece that's so powerful about this book. Figure out what you want to do in life that makes you feel happy and fulfilled. Then go do it. Is it simple, sure. Are most people getting it, no. But when you get done reading this you definitely feel like its a lot more possible to do, and you feel more motivated to give it a try. I don't really care if people have been searching for why they are here for centuries. I won't be around that long. Knowing that other people have been searching doesn't help me. What I wanted to know, and what I got from this, is that there is definitely an option to just following the unhappy herd. This book taps into the deepest question there is- Why are you here? And unlike many books which claim to be able to tell you what your answers should be, this one gives you space to figure it out on your own. It was a pleasure to read something where the author didn't automatically assume they knew what was best for the rest of the world. By the way, to the other guy's comment, just because you can post a few reviews doesn't make you anything special. Gimme a break.

I LOVED this book.

I was given this book to read on a plane trip and got so wrapped up in it that I never even opened my honey roasted nuts. It's a great story and it really got me thinking about my own life. I want to read more from this author, but I can't find anything else he's written. I made The Why Cafe my book club selection and we all loved it.

Simple to read, yet powerful to ponder

The Why Café by John Stelecky is a story of a man who happens onto an all night café and finds 3 compelling questions on a menu. Why Are You Here? Do You Fear Death? Are You Fulfilled? Sparked by a fun and interesting midnight conversation, he begins to contemplate his purpose for existing, his PFE. Until we know what our PFE is and discover activities that help us fulfill it, we waste time and energy on lots of things. Those who don't take steps to discover and fulfill their PFE are those who fear death. We are fulfilled by working toward our PFE. What would life be like if you were always doing the things you wanted to do, and feeling passionate about it? Events would begin falling synchronistically in place to help support you along the way, and you'd notice one lucky coincidence unfold after another. You'd begin seeing the world with new eyes, and noticing new opportunities. This isn't a heavy self help book; this is a delightful story with fun and compelling insights. After reading it, you too will be well on your way to finding your own PFE. Andrea de Michaelis, Publisher Horizons Magazine, Spiritual Solutions For Florida Since 1992 www.horizonsmagazine.com

This Book Will Change Your Life and the Lives of Others

I'm not just talking out my ass here. I have been a life and transformational coach for over three years now. And when I read this book, I could not put it down. In fact, I was so deeply touched and humored by the author's fantastic way of illustrating such a profound paradigm shift-- that I just had to write my thoughts down right then and there! So, since I was on a plane at the time, with nothing to write on-- the Giorgio Armani, perfume ad, became my outlet!The points the author writes about are simple and I'm sure we have all heard some variation of them in some way or another. However, what's so powerful about this little blue book is the way the author articulates and illustrates these points; creatively, humorously, vividly and profoundly.To me, this is the book that will cause critical mass in the world. By this I mean, this is the book that will have every person, stop surviving life and start living life, passionately!I guess it's true that big things come in small packages. Thank you Why Cafe!