The Mysterious Stranger: A Tale of Rumi's Teachings and Café Transformation
Rumi writes about anger from loss:
I plant some flowers without you –
They become thorns.
I see a peacock — it
turns into a snake.
I play the harp — nothing but noise.
I go to the highest heaven — it’s a
burning hell.
Once upon a time a Tina Cafe owner was having a busy day at her cafe located in the midst of the bustling market. Despite the hustle and bustle of the city, she was calm and focused, relying on the her expereinces through life's challenges.
However, on this particular day, her serenity was disturbed when she suddenly twisted her ankle. Despite the pain, she refused to let it get the best of her and continued serving her clients, determined to keep the cafe running smoothly.
As the day went on, things took a surprising turn when one of her regular customers, an old man Mr. Wise, noticed her injury and offered to help. In a moment of desperation, she reluctantly agreed and soon found herself being assisted by a peculiar character - Rumi's Soul, in Mr.Wise to help people in need.
To her surprise, Mr Wise not only helped her manage the cafe, but also scanned her ankle and recommended ways to keep the swelling down. He even suggested that they close the cafe for the day, which was a difficult decision for Tina. However, she trusted Mr. Wise's judgement and went upstairs to rest.
As she sat there, she reflected on her life and the teachings of Rumi that she held so dear in the hidden corner of her heart. She realized that the challenges she faced were opportunities for growth, and that with perseverance, she could overcome any obstacle.
Meanwhile, downstairs, Mr Wise continued to run the cafe, much to the delight of the customers who were amazed by his efficiency. However, as the day wore on, things took another unexpected turn when one of the customer complained about the coffee. As the client's voice grew louder, Tina came downstairs to see what has happed. She found herself facing a challenge when one of her regular customers complained about the coffee having no sugar.she rushed to rectify the situation, saying that the coffee was perfectly made. but the client's anger was willing to conquer the mount Everest. Mr. Wise stepped in.
In a calm and wise voice, Mr. Wise told the customer that Rumi taught us to forgive others' wrongdoings, and to bury our anger and hatred. He explained that anger and hatred arise from not accepting others and offered the customer a free coffee.
To Tina's surprise, this simple gesture impressed all of the customers, who erupted in applause. Despite her own deep studies of Rumi's teachings, she had never put them into practice in such a powerful way.
Turning to thank Mr. Wise, Tina was shocked to find that he had already left the cafe. Despite her best efforts, she was unable to locate him and was left to ponder the mysterious stranger's wisdom.
From that day on, Tina was filled with a new sense of purpose, determined to live out Rumi's teachings in her daily life, just as Mr. Wise had shown her. She inspired her customers and employees with her newfound wisdom, and the cafe continued to thrive.
In the midst of the busy market, Tina's coffee cafe became a hub of positivity and inspiration, all thanks to the teachings of Rumi and the wise words of the mysterious Mr. Wise. And although she never saw him again, Tina remained grateful for his impact on her life, knowing that his teachings would continue to guide her on her journey.
With a smile, she looked forward to the next day, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.
