Shining Bright in the Nation’s Capital: Young Falun Dafa Practitioners Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with Heartfelt Wishes for Master Li Hongzhi
On the eve of the 2024 Mid-Autumn Festival, some Falun Gong practitioners in Washington, D.C., congratulated Falun Gong founder Mr. Li Hongzhi on the National Mall. (Li Sha/The Epoch Times)
[Epoch Times September 17, 2024](Interview report by Epoch Times reporter Li Chen) On the eve of the 2024 Mid-Autumn Festival, some Falun Gong practitioners in Washington, D.C., congratulated Mr. Li Hongzhi, the founder of Falun Gong, on the National Mall, with a happy Mid-Autumn Festival.
Several young Falun Gong practitioners were interviewed by The Epoch Times and expressed their deep gratitude to Master Li Hongzhi.
Data analyst: My father was wrongfully imprisoned for 10 years. “Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance” illuminates my heart. I got top grades in high school and college.
Lisha Liu graduated with a master’s degree and currently works as a data analyst at a company in Washington, D.C.
She said that she had been “a very obedient child since childhood. In the eyes of teachers and parents, I served as a role model (for other students). Many children would be very rebellious during adolescence, but I basically wasn’t, because I had (Falun) Dafa to restrain myself.”
While Lisha was in school, her father was illegally sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Chinese Communist Party for practicing Falun Gong. To avoid persecution, her mother was forced to take her homeless. Falun Gong is a Buddhist practice based on the principles of “Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance”. It includes five sets of exercises and has miraculous effects in curing diseases and improving health. Before 1999, it was widely popular in mainland China. In 1999, the Chinese Communist Party ordered a crackdown because it was afraid that Falun Gong would become too popular among the people.
Lisha said that the CCP’s persecution of Falun Gong had a great impact on her family and her personal psychology. It was Falun Dafa’s “Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance” that illuminated her heart during the difficult times.
She said, “When I think of Dafa and ‘Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance’, my mood becomes positive and I can get through that period.”
Lisha has always had excellent academic performance: she was in the top five in her junior high school class, first in her high school class, first in her university major, and received multiple scholarships, including a national scholarship.
“I’m a good student. My teachers don’t need to worry about me, and neither do my parents. Basically, I learn on my own. My teachers like me very much.”
Lisha said that practicing Falun Gong has made her physically and mentally healthy and helped her to be considerate of others.
“I am very healthy both physically and mentally. I am kind to others at work, in study and in life, and I have a good relationship with everyone.”
“When there are conflicts at work, I will first reflect on myself. For example, if some colleagues are very slow and not very serious at work, I will reflect on whether I have not explained some things to them clearly or whether they still don’t understand.” I will patiently explain to the other party again. The other party can also feel her kindness and work more seriously.
During the Mid-Autumn Festival, Lisa said, “I wish Master a happy Mid-Autumn Festival. Thank you for teaching us Dafa. We are very grateful!”
Software Engineer: Continuously improve yourself and never complain in the workplace
Young Falun Gong practitioner Yu Xiyu is currently working as a software engineer in a Fortune 500 company.
She said, “Dafa taught me to distinguish right from wrong, established a correct outlook on life, and gave me a good attitude towards life. Because I understand the principles of Falun Gong, ‘Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance,’ I am always conscientious in my work or anything else I do.”
Yu Xiyu said that some colleagues chose to do easy work and were unwilling to do heavy work, so they pushed it to her. “I would work overtime to complete it and never complain. I have won the trust and recognition of my leaders and colleagues in the workplace.” Her work tasks in the company are usually in a two-week cycle, and she often completes them three to five days ahead of schedule.
“Because Master said ‘Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance’. This is my job, so I should do it well.”
Yu Xiyu said that during the Mid-Autumn Festival, “I am sincerely grateful to Master for teaching us Dafa and teaching us to be sincere and kind people. I thank Master for allowing us to constantly improve ourselves in cultivation and for giving me the opportunity to contribute more positive energy to society.”
“Happy Mid-Autumn Festival, Master!” “I hope more people can feel the beauty of Dafa!”
Senior Accountant: Treat others with gratitude
Young Falun Gong practitioner Alisa Zhou works as a senior accountant at a non-profit organization in Washington, D.C. After get off work, she continues to study accounting courses at a community college.
Alisa said that after busy work and study, whenever she has time to calm down and study the Fa and practice the exercises, she feels very peaceful and happy. When there are fewer and fewer distracting thoughts in her mind, her work and study efficiency will also improve.
Alisa said that she has been in the United States for 10 years, and Falun Dafa’s principles of “Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance” are like a guiding light in her life.
“I treat people around me with a grateful heart, cooperate with colleagues at work, and help each other. No matter how difficult the project is, we can complete it efficiently and smoothly. Promotion and salary increase will come naturally. This makes me feel fulfilled and happy.”
“I am very grateful to Master for giving us the opportunity to obtain the Fa, cultivate, and continuously improve ourselves. I wish our compassionate and great Master a happy Mid-Autumn Festival!”
Young Falun Dafa Practitioners: “Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance” are the Most Correct Values
Andy Ding is 13 years old and is an eighth grader at a junior high school in Maryland. He was born and raised in the United States and has practiced Falun Gong with his parents since he was a child.
Andy said that after studying the Fa and practicing the exercises every day, “I feel relaxed and full of energy. My mind is clear and my heart is calm. I can concentrate more on my studies and my homework becomes easier.”
He said that through practicing Falun Dafa, “my memory has improved and my thinking has become more open.”
At a young age, Andy also knows how to use the principles of “Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance” to demand himself. He said, “When my classmates speak to me in a rude way, I will not respond with sarcastic or negative words, but try to communicate with them in a positive way.”
This summer, Andy attended the dance class at the Shen Yun Examination Center’s summer camp. He said he really liked the environment there, where everyone cooperated and helped each other, and he felt that he gained a lot every day. “The pain (such as practicing splits) that I endured (dance training) was worth it. If I broke through my limits, then this day was successful and rewarding.”
He said that his dream is to become a Shen Yun dancer and show the beauty of Falun Dafa to the world.
During the Mid-Autumn Festival, Andy said, “‘Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance’ is the most correct value. Thank you Master for leading me onto the right path and protecting me for so many years. I wish Master a happy Mid-Autumn Festival!”
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