(Minghui.org) In 1996, a Falun Gong practitioner in our village suggested that I give it a try, saying, “Come and do the exercises with us. Falun Gong teaches people to be kind and compassionate. It also has powerful healing effects.”
I went and watched videos of Master Li Hongzhi's lectures. His words and his smile touched me deeply. I realized, “This is what I want. I will follow his teachings.”
I am a farmer's wife in my 70s. Life was not easy for me, and I only had a first grade education. I did not not handle stress well. I lost my temper easily and would vent my frustration by throwing dishes or knocking over furniture. My family tiptoed around me.
My bad temper also brought on all sorts of illnesses and discomfort. I was exhausted and felt hopeless, until I found Falun Gong.
When I picked up Zhuan Falun, the main book on Falun Gong, I did not know what to do. I was practically illiterate, but my determination to read the book compelled me to keep asking for help with characters I did not recognize. I kept reading and learning and told Master in my heart, “No matter how hard it is, I will learn to read the book.”
My determination made a difference, and I was granted the wisdom to quickly learn how to read! Words that I never saw before looked familiar to me, and the words in the book glowed with golden light. I realized that this book was precious and that I finally had a Master taking care of me. I no longer had to struggle on alone.
We all know that it is difficult to change one's personality or character, particularly if one has been that way all her life. But I changed! I began abiding by the principles of Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance. I became considerate of my husband, as well as my children. When they worked in the field, I would make tasty food and take it to them.
One day, my son stormed into my home in a rage, kicking my rice cooker and spilling rice all over the floor. I stayed calm and asked, “What's wrong? Getting so upset is bad for your health.” It turned out that he had a misunderstanding. If this had happened before, it would have meant war. My family was very impressed with the positive changes in me and also witnessed my improved physical health. They strongly supported my practicing Falun Gong.
Master teaches us to be considerate of others at all times. Once, when I went to purchase fertilizer, I realized the seller had given me two extra bags without charging me. I pointed it out and paid the difference immediately. He was moved and said, “You are a good person. There is hardly anyone who would do that anymore.” I told him that practicing Falun Gong helped me understand the importance of having a high moral standard. He then said, “Falun Gong is great!”
While riding an electric bike to the market in the spring of 2011, I was hit by a bus and thrown several meters. The driver was scared to death as he came over to check on me. I remembered the teachings about not exploiting others for money, as people in China often do in this situation. I told the driver, “You did not hit me on purpose. Plus, there is a busload of people waiting for you. You can go.”
He left, but I was in so much pain that I could not stand. My son came to my aid and forced me to go to the hospital. The X-ray showed a compound fracture of my right leg. I was hospitalized for 20 days without any improvement. I realized: “I am a cultivator. I need to do the exercises and read the teachings. I need to go home.”
I insisted on leaving the hospital and started to do the exercises as soon as I got home. Even though I was shaky and in pain, I persevered and gradually my pain subsided. I completely recovered. I can do everything again, just like before.
Another time I slipped and fell on an icy road and fractured my wrist. My husband wanted to take me to the hospital. I had learned my lesson, though, and I went home instead this time. I read Zhuan Falun all night while still in excruciating pain. By the morning, the pain had dissipated, and I haven't had any problems with my wrist since then.
I experienced the power of Falun Gong and so did all my family and friends. I hope that more people can have such good fortune and also learn Falun Gong.