(Minghui.org) I live in the Middle East, and I began practicing Falun Dafa about six months ago. I would like to share a few things that happened in this short period of time.
My Predestined Relationship with Falun Dafa
Since I was a teenager, like many of my peers, I had a passion for unhealthy activities. Smoking, drinking and even taking drugs were common among my friends and family. I indulged myself and my morals gradually began to decline.
After a few years of bad experiences, I decided to change. I got a job in a big company. One coworker was very kind and respected by the rest of the staff. He was in charge of my department. Whenever he gave me some pointers about work I answered in a rude tone. No matter what I said, he was always patient and kind. Unfortunately, due to my short temper, I was let go. I soon started using drugs again and became depressed.
Four painful years passed, and I once again decided to change. I learned that the company was hiring again. Even though I was fired, I decided to try my luck and I was hired. I was assigned to the same department where that practitioner worked. I always knew that “Falun Dafa is good” from this practitioner’s behavior.
Eighteen months later, he gave me the book Zhuan Falun. After reading this precious book, I accepted the Falun Dafa teachings. Master Li’s (Dafa’s founder) grace filled me, and I realized the blessings of Dafa.
From these events, I gained a deeper understanding of predestined relationships, and I realized that Master looked after me even before I began practicing. Since the first day I did the exercises, I’ve had many wonderful experiences. I felt fundamental changes in my relationships, my health has improved, and my outlook and attitude towards life issues have also become positive.
The Blissful Feeling After I Begin Practicing Falun Dafa
The first time I did the exercises, I felt great energy. The first time I did the second exercise I wept. I felt that I found my way. I had an immense sense of relief as if I finally reached my destination after a long journey.
Master said,
“As for these kinds of tears, many of you have in fact gone through this stage. Most of you have gone through this, so you aren’t the only one who has experienced it. Some people have waited lifetime after lifetime to obtain this Fa. After suffering so much and experiencing all kinds of hardships, they have finally found this Fa. Think about it, everyone: What a feeling that is!” (Teachings at the Conference in Canada)
By reading Master’s answer to a student’s question, I understood the reason behind my tears.
Significant Improvement In My Relationships with Others
Before I started practicing cultivation, I had a hot temper and I often hurt others or held grudges. But now, I’m less likely to let myself get carried away and I always measure my actions against the Fa.
From the first day I began practicing, people around me immediately noticed the change in my behavior, and asked, “What is the secret of being so healthy and energetic?” I tell them, “One of the blessings of practicing cultivation is that I try to follow the principles of truth, compassion, and tolerance, and I do the exercises.” With just a few simple yet profound sentences, many people realize how good Falun Dafa is, and some of my relatives, including my mother, began to read Zhuan Falun.
Complete Recovery from My Health Problems
I used to have a lot of health problems and had a bad cold at least once a month. But now all my health problems are resolved. I haven’t needed one pill or any medicine since I began practicing. Ever since I decided to cultivate, and treated myself like a practitioner, I realized that I didn’t need any medicine. If I truly follow the requirements of a practitioner, all problems and illnesses would disappear. I’ve believed in Master since the first day and my goal is to cultivate myself. That’s why Master has cleansed my body, and along the way, I know that Master regularly refines my body. I just need to upgrade my xinxing. When I face hardships or physical pains I remind myself they are karmic repayments, and that Master is refining my body. “Thank you, Master Li! I really can’t find words to express my feelings, and I am truly grateful!”
Discovering the Purpose of My Life
Every time I read Zhuan Falun, I get a new and better understanding of what Master says. I realized that all the problems in my life can be solved by reading Master’s teachings and that there is a reason behind every difficulty. I should consider difficulty to be a valuable opportunity to improve my xinxing and let go of my attachments.
With this mentality, I noticed that the universe is just. Every time a difficulty arises, even though I don’t treat myself like a practitioner in some cases, after that difficulty or challenge is over, by looking inward as Master taught us I find my attachments. In some situations, I understand the karmic reasons behind the tension or conflicts. With this realization, my karma disappears, and my xinxing improves.
With each passing day, I see and understand Master’s kindness and compassion towards his students. I hope to be more diligent in my cultivation every day.
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