(Minghui.org) As World Falun Dafa Day approached on May 13, 2026, Falun Gong practitioners across Australia and New Zealand expressed deep gratitude to Master Li Hongzhi for teaching the Fa, which has enabled practitioners in over 100 countries and regions around the world to elevate their moral character and attain good health.
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Young Practitioners Radiate the Light of Dafa
Rebecca, dressed as a celestial maiden, took part in the World Falun Dafa Day celebrations in Western Australia. She shared, “Today’s World Falun Dafa Day celebrations are also a chance for us to celebrate [Dafa’s principles of] Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance, and I want to share these values with others.”
Rebecca wishes to share the values of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance. (Minghui.org)
Rebecca said, “Because my parents practice Falun Dafa, I’ve been practicing since I was a child, so Falun Dafa has basically been a part of my life as I’ve grown up. It feels very natural to me. I’ve always felt like a practitioner, and I know I’ve always been under Master’s protection because I’ve never had any major health issues. Many practitioners have mentioned having many health problems before they started practicing Falun Dafa, but I’ve never experienced that. I feel that Master has always been looking after me.”
As with many young Falun Gong practitioners, the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance have long taken root in her heart.
Joyfully Obtaining Dafa
Ajithkumar, who lives in Canberra with his wife and two kids, works in public service. He immigrated to Australia in 2015.
Recalling how he embarked on his journey as a cultivator, Ajithkumar said, “I was very fortunate to obtain Dafa in 2006. Previously, I lived in southern India and was born into a Hindu family. My parents were moderate religious followers who imparted good values to me during my childhood. They taught me how important it is to be a good person, and I believed that helping others was the very meaning of life.
“However, gradually, I began to focus on the Sanskrit term ‘Moksha’—meaning ‘salvation’—within Hindu mythology, and I started to ponder: ‘Will I ever be able to see the Divine?’ The teachings state that the ultimate purpose of human life is to attain Moksha.”
After starting university, Ajithkumar’s life was peaceful. He lived with friends and his life was full of joy. “But I still felt a sense of emptiness inside me, which led me to wonder how I could meet God and attain Moksha. Around that time, I read an article by a spiritual leader that mentioned how everyone has a teacher to guide them on their spiritual journey. Later, I learned about a form of yoga from India, and I also tried meditation.”
As World Falun Dafa Day approached, Ajithkumar shared the journey of how he began practicing Falun Dafa. (Minghui.org)
One day during semester examinations break, Ajithkumar went to visit a friend at university. “We chatted as usual, and the conversation turned to spiritual matters. I asked him some questions about life, and he was able to answer most of them. I was very impressed, and he told me, ‘I gained these insights after reading the book Zhuan Falun.’ He gave me a copy of Zhuan Falun, and I began reading it.”
Later, Ajithkumar’s friend agreed to take him to another city in India, where he had previously learned Falun Dafa. “It took us three or four days to get there. We stayed at the home of a practitioner, who took us to the park every morning and taught me the exercises. After returning to his home, we studied Zhuan Falun together. I asked a lot of questions, and he shared his insights with me.”
After several young people shared their cultivation experiences, Ajithkumar realized, “This is exactly what I had been looking for. I found my Master and the path of cultivation I’m meant to follow.”
Leaving No Predestined Soul Behind
Reflecting on her journey of obtaining the Fa, Kim, a Falun Gong practitioner from Western Australia, expressed her gratitude to Master for his compassionate care over the past two decades.
She recounted, “It was in 2002, and at that time, my physical health was very poor. My niece in Taiwan had already begun practicing. She called me and talked to me about Falun Dafa and sent me Master’s books and DVDs. Since I wasn’t yet aware that there were practice sites in Western Australia, I taught myself the movements by watching Master’s instructional videos, and from that moment on, Master began to look after me.
“Over the course of a few months, all my ailments disappeared without me even noticing. I thought to myself at the time, ‘If just practicing the exercises is this effective—and I haven’t even read the book yet—then this book must be extraordinary.’ Later, I began reading the book on my own at home. About a year later, I received a flyer from fellow practitioners in my mailbox. The moment I saw it, I was as excited as a child. I finally got in touch with local practitioners and learned about the practice site. They began correcting my exercise movements, and I started learning them properly all over again.”
Kim, a practitioner from Western Australia, expresses gratitude to Master for more than two decades of compassionate care. (Minghui.org)
In addition to the physical benefits, Kim mentioned that her personality also underwent a significant change. “I’m no longer short-tempered, and I get along well with my husband now. My children also support my practice. They have all benefited from Falun Dafa and have received blessings as a result.”
Kim said, “It is my honor to participate in this event. Some people are still unfamiliar with Dafa. Today, I’m taking this opportunity to help them learn about Dafa. Perhaps there are many more people with a predestined connection. Master is watching over us all and will not overlook a single person.”
Student Discovers True Meaning of Happiness
Minh, a young Falun Gong practitioner of Vietnamese descent, participated in the World Falun Dafa Day celebrations in Perth on May 9, and took part in the traditional drum performance.
“World Falun Dafa Day is an important day for me and for every practitioner,” he said. “I am very happy to be here with everyone, taking part in today’s performance and celebration.” The traditional drum performance blends elements of both Chinese and Vietnamese culture. “That’s because we share a common cultural heritage,” Minh explained.
Watching the people passing by, Minh said, “I want to tell people about the beauty of Falun Dafa, and the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance. These are the most precious values in our universe. We need to follow these principles in order to become better human beings. By persisting in daily cultivation and the exercises, we can maintain our physical health, sustain an optimistic outlook, and radiate positive energy to share these benefits with those around us.”
Minh first heard about Falun Dafa over a decade ago. However, due to negative information he encountered online, he hesitated for a long time before embarking on the path of cultivation. “When people seek information on the internet, they encounter both positive and negative content. One must remain clear-headed and exercise discernment to select and acquire information that is accurate and truthful.”
He continued, “It wasn’t until 2017, when I began searching online for more materials on Falun Dafa and came across different information, that I realized—oh, this is a truly excellent qigong cultivation method. I deeply regret having missed out on six years of cultivating Falun Dafa.
“When I began practicing, I felt my body undergo a complete transformation, and my life became simpler and happier. Before, I always looked outward, believing that happiness meant working hard to earn money, saving a lot, accumulating material possessions, and acquiring more. But now I realize that happiness lies within ourselves—it comes from having a healthy body, learning to let go, and relinquishing attachments. That is the true essence of happiness.”
Minh shared that the biggest change in his life since he began his spiritual practice has been within his family. “In the past, my wife and I used to argue frequently, and there were always unpleasant incidents at home—even minor issues could spark major arguments. But now I’m able to stay calm and am much more patient with my wife, my brother, and the rest of my family. We still have occasional disagreements, but they’re not as intense as they used to be. We’re continuing to work on improving ourselves so that our family relationships can keep getting better.
“My daughter also wants to learn and practice Falun Dafa. She really enjoys reading Zhuan Falun, and I’ve been encouraging her all along. I feel that modern education doesn’t help people improve their character and morality or teach them how to treat others with kindness. But the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance in Falun Dafa can help children cultivate these qualities. I also hope my wife will join us soon so we can practice together.”
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