(Minghui.org) I’ve practiced Falun Dafa for 27 years, and I benefited so much that I’d like to tell you about some of my experiences.
I was born in the 1970s. My generation grew up during the tumultuous period between the Cultural Revolution and China’s opening-up era. We witnessed the cruelty of the Cultural Revolution, experienced of the June Fourth student movement, and endured the shock of transitioning from old to new ideologies during the opening-up era. Although we still held onto some traditional values, we were indoctrinated by the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) self-centered mindset of, “money is everything” and “every person for themselves.”
Before practicing Dafa, I had no sense of direction in life, and I drifted along in this chaotic world without purpose. I went to school just to get a diploma, and I didn’t take my studies seriously. I chased after trends and had a relationship. After I began working, I put in the least amount of effort possible—I indulged myself and avoided the harsh realities of life.
I was fortunate to hear about Falun Dafa when it was introduced. Falun Dafa’s teachings struck me like a thunderclap, and I felt as though I awakened from a deep slumber. I finally understood why human morality was deteriorating so rapidly and I realized that the true purpose of life is to return to one’s original, true self.
Before I began practicing Dafa I was narrow-minded and self-centered. Influenced by modern trends I lacked a woman’s traditional virtues such as gentleness and kindness. Instead, I was domineering, careless, and self-serving. After I began practicing Falun Dafa I used Dafa’s principles to examine myself and see where I did not align with the Fa, and I continually worked to let go of my attachments. In the process of shedding them I became rational, gentle, and considerate of others.
My family environment went from one filled with conflict to being harmonious—the tense atmosphere at work became peaceful and we helped each other. I felt as though I underwent a complete transformation. Dafa helped me become a better person.
Establishing a Cultivation Environment While Displaced
After the CCP began persecuting Falun Dafa I was forced to leave my home in 2005 and I moved to another city. I found a job in a remote chemical plant on the outskirts of the city, and worked as an a accountant for cost analysis. The work was tedious and exhausting. To understand the production processes and material usage, I had to visit workshops, which were filled with industrial chemicals and suffocating dust. Along with the hot air blowing from exhaust fans, I was often drenched in sweat and short of breath. But I reminded myself that as a Falun Dafa practitioner I must diligently fulfill my mission in whatever role I was in. These hardships were a good opportunity to help me cultivate and eliminate my desire for comfort and ease.
I worked alongside the factory workers and we cooperated very well. They were surprised to see a that woman from the city could do such toxic and dangerous heavy labor. During our breaks I told them about Falun Dafa and the truth about the CCP’s persecution. They realized that the CCP’s propaganda was just slander and lies.
It was difficult for a woman to live alone in a remote area. I kept my daily life and work schedule very structured—I arrived at work early and left late. During my free time I stayed in my dorm to study the Fa and do the exercises. I went out and distributed truth-clarification materials to save the precious lives in that area. I often thought that since I was destined to come to this place, I must pass on the compassion of Master and Dafa to the people who lived there.
I also used my spare time to clarify the truth to my coworkers. It was easier to talk to the women, but I had to be mindful of boundaries when I spoke to men. Some people assumed I was in my twenties, which might cause misunderstandings. At first, I struggled a bit, and my thoughts were not always pure when I clarified the truth. Thus, the effect sometimes wasn’t great. Some men behaved inappropriately. I reflected on my cultivation shortcomings and examined myself according to Dafa’s teachings. I realized I needed to eliminate my impure thoughts, and cultivate myself. As a Dafa disciple, I must uphold integrity in all environments. I should not be influenced by the improper behavior I encountered. I calmly clarified the truth to people. When our intentions are pure any unrighteous elements naturally disintegrate. Over time, I found the right balance and the effect was much better. When I left the company, my work place held a farewell party for me and the company’s top leaders attended. One of the senior managers, who rarely praised anyone publicly, spoke highly of my character, and called me an upright person. I believe it was his true self recognizing how great Falun Dafa is.
Returning Home and Saving People
During those three years I spent away from home, my cultivation environment improved steadily, and I was able to do the three things. However, the scene of being forced to leave my home remained vivid in my mind: my house was ransacked; Master’s photos were taken away; my elderly parents and in-laws and my children were left to endure the hardship; my classmates and friends felt confused about what happened to me. I also worried about those who participated in the persecution—what would happen to them? I frequently wondered: How can I harmonize the environment back home? How can I make up for the losses? How can I save the sentient beings in my hometown? I asked myself: Is it because I have an emotional attachment to my family? The answer was no. Then, a strong righteous thought emerged from my heart: I am willing to do everything I can to save the people in my hometown because that is my responsibility and mission. With this thought, I felt a sense of peace and clarity. I maintained this righteous thought firmly in my heart.
Right after I had this thought, something amazing happened. I casually flipped open a newspaper beside me, and in the job listings, I saw an advertisement: a local company in my hometown was looking to hire an accountant, and the requirements were were tailor-made for me.
I soon returned to my hometown and settled down. I was overwhelmed with gratitude and put my hands together to thank to Master for this arrangement. I realized that Master is always by our side, watching over every step we take. When our thoughts align with the Fa and are entirely selfless, Master will strengthen our righteous thoughts and pave the way for us to fulfill our mission to save sentient beings.
A Home Given by Heaven
In 2009, my parents talked about selling our old home and so that we would have enough money to buy a bigger one. We agreed and sold our old home. At that time, unlike today, houses were scarce. Many homeowners held onto their properties and waited for prices to rise. We hired a real estate agent to help us but the available listings were limited, and those we looked at didn’t meet our needs. As the deadline to vacate our old home approached, we still hadn’t found a suitable new home. I took a week off from work to focus on it, but it wasn’t easy to finalize a purchase within a week. I felt anxious and didn’t know what to do.
Just when we were at a loss, my mother told me that my childhood friend, who had moved to Taiwan, returned to visit her family. Hearing this, I realized this was a rare opportunity. She rarely came back, and I couldn’t miss the chance to tell her the truth about Dafa. When we were young her parents helped my family a lot, and I felt it was my responsibility to save such kind-hearted people.
However, the real estate agent was scheduled to take us to see more homes that day. After thinking it over, I decided that saving people was more important. If I missed this chance to meet my friend, who knew when we could reconnect again? I canceled the home viewing and went to my friend’s home instead.
We joyfully reminisced about our childhood memories, and I gradually transitioned the conversation to telling them the truth about the persecution of Falun Dafa. At first, her mother didn’t quite understand. I told how I became compassionate after I began practicing, how upright Falun Dafa was. I told them the truth about the CCP’s persecutions and the CCP’s true nature. She gradually accepted what I said. My friend also mentioned how Falun Dafa is well-received in Taiwan, where freedom of belief and speech is protected. This helped her mother see through the CCP’s lies. In the end, both my friend and her mother happily agreed to withdraw from the CCP and its affiliated organizations. I felt truly happy for them.
It was already evening when I returned home. After dinner, I continued my usual search for properties online. As soon as I opened the listings, I saw a home for sale in a community where I previously worked. It was in a desirable neighborhood where properties rarely went on the market. I immediately called my former workplace supervisor, who confirmed that a unit was indeed for sale. She offered to help connect me with the seller.
Everything went smoothly, and we purchased the home at a reasonable price. It was beautifully renovated, required no further work, and we could move in right away. My parents were very satisfied. I told them, “This was given to us by heaven. We chose to do the right thing, and Master helped us.” They were deeply grateful.
As we approach 35 years of Falun Dafa’s spread to the world and navigate through this chaotic era, I hope that people will cherish the opportunity to be saved, let go of the CCP’s influence, treat Falun Dafa and Master with respect, revere heaven and gods no matter how difficult things become, maintain righteous thoughts, and uphold kindness.
Thank you Master!
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