The Meaning of Life

Here is a book with answers.  A book that allows you to be intrusive with permission. Vicarious philosophy. The only self-help book you will ever need.

What is the Meaning of Life?

Because of this often asked but unanswered question, Jules Smith decided to try and find out ‘The Meaning of Life’ by asking 100 people a set of formulated, deep and meaningful questions because collaboration usually brings about an answer. Jules came to the conclusion that if she asked 100 people a set of questions and analysed the data thereafter, some sort of meaning would make itself evident and we could all sleep at night.

Rather than just ask “What is the meaning of life” to those who took part, Jules decided to lead them down a path so that the final answer would come from deep within; both logical and emotional; a more rounded answer rather than something flippant and blasé. The 9 questions asked are all the same and asked to each of the participants. They look at faith, accomplishments, flaws, secrets and unfold a compelling story about each person. This allows the reader to delve into a personal account that they can empathise with along the way.  Some are very heart-rendering and others hilarious. The whole reading journey of this book is a fascinating rollercoaster.

The participants who took part in this project are from all walks of life and an even split between male and female. They are all aged over 30 in order to have enough worldly experience to give constructive answers to the posed questions.  Some have remained anonymous using a pseudonym for privacy purposes and others have used their real names. Most have offered accompanying photographs.

The Questions Explored

The book contains a foreword explaining each question posed to the participants and why before finally answering the ultimate question, “What is the meaning of life?”  The journey through the questioning is just as important as the question itself

At the end of the book, Jules has provided analysis on the data received making a pie chart for each question asked so the reader can see the highest percentage answers. At the end of which, the meaning of life answer is given based on the collaboration received.

This unique collection meets a wide demographic because we are always interested in what others have to share. We all want stories, particularly real ones. This book will intrigue a readership from age 20 -70 both male and female. This book is very different because it involves real people’s thoughts, secrets, failings and accomplishments. You meet humility, shame, and spirit in each entry. Raw honesty and the meaning in life. It’s a mirror -mirror on the wall – a reflection of us all.  You are not alone and will be able to empathise or relate to somebody within the pages.

This truly is a book by the people – for the people.

If I could offer you 100 people’s advice on life would you read it?

Well, here it is.