(Clearwisdom.net) While explaining the truth of Falun Dafa on various occasions, we often come across some people who are indifferent and unwilling to learn the truth. Some even think it is none of their business when they see the pictures of Falun Gong practitioners being brutally tortured. Some, even though they do not have a negative attitude towards Falun Gong, think it has nothing to do with them. Practitioners are clear on the point that all people have come to this world for Dafa and nobody is excluded in the Fa-rectification. Then how could we clarify the truth to touch their hearts and awaken their conscience? How could we help them clear their minds so that they will acknowledge Dafa and then start Dafa cultivation practice? Below are some of my personal ideas to share with you:
I think only the principles of "Truth-Compassion-Tolerance" can change a person's heart. Therefore, we ourselves should meet the requirements of "Truth-Compassion-Tolerance". If we could act according to "Truth-Compassion-Tolerance" while clarifying the truth, ordinary people will enjoy listening to the facts about Falun Gong. The energy field a practitioner carries is harmonious and compassionate, which is a feeling that appeals to everyone. Teacher also talks about it in Lecture Three of Zhuan Falun that,
"When an evil-minded person is thinking of something bad, this person might change his mind due to the powerful effect of your field; he might then no longer want to commit the wrongdoing. Perhaps a person wants to swear at someone. Suddenly, he may change his mind and will not want to swear. Only the energy field from cultivation practice in a righteous way can produce this effect. Therefore, in the past there was this saying in Buddhism: 'The Buddha-light illuminates everywhere and rectifies all abnormalities.' This is what it means."
If our attitude is not honest enough and our tone is not compassionate enough, if we cannot tolerate it when ordinary people don't have a good attitude, we cannot achieve a positive effect in truth-clarification. They may not even want to listen to us any more. I remember when I first started to explain the facts to people, I felt quite confident in my eloquence. However, I was always rebuffed, which left me feeling quite defeated. Even my family members did not want to listen to me, let alone the people in China. At the time, I always complained that people were so indifferent and stubborn, and I rarely looked within. But I kept clarifying the truth. One day, a precious Chinese person directly interrupted me. He said, "You said that you are good people who practice 'Truth-Compassion-Tolerance.' To me, you are not true, not compassionate and not tolerant at all. What's the good of Falun Gong?" His words woke me up, and I began to look inside myself. I found that I was so selfish - I was not telling the truth out of compassion. I talked regardless of others' reactions. Whenever others raised some negative ideas, I would heatedly refute them. I did not follow the principles of "Truth-Compassion-Tolerance;" that's why people did not want to listen. The more I explain the truth to people, the higher my xinxing [mind nature; moral character] is raised. Now, no matter how bad people's attitudes are, my heart isn't disturbed at all. I keep on patiently explaining things to them. As a result, many people are touched and feel that I am a good person and want to make friends with me.
The truth of Falun Dafa is "Truth-Compassion-Tolerance", the supreme principles of the universe. Sentient beings that understand these three words will surely be saved. Since all sentient beings have come to this world to assimilate to Dafa, we should mention how we understand the meaning of the three words in order for people to truly understand the truth of Falun Dafa. Only the principles of "Truth-Compassion-Tolerance" have the power to save sentient beings.
Here are some experiences I had while clarifying the truth:
Once when I was collecting signatures for an appeal, a young man passed by. I asked him to sign the appeal letter and help to end the persecution of Falun Gong in China. He said, "I lost my job, who's going to help me?" In a kind tone, I told him the principles of "Good will be rewarded with good; evil deeds will be met with evil returns." I said, "For you to sign the appeal letter, support Falun Gong, and help end the persecution of Falun Gong is a kind deed. With such virtue, you will be blessed. Falun Gong practitioners are good people who practice Truth-Compassion-Tolerance." I then carefully explained to him my understanding of the meaning of the three words. During the process of my talking, his face changed from unhappy to bright. After I finished talking, he pressed his hands together in heshi towards me, signed his name and stayed for a while, helping us to collect signatures. He spoke loudly to people around, asking them to sign the appeal letter. I deeply feel the power of the three words - "Truth, Compassion, Tolerance".
There are also many people in China who are indifferent to the facts regarding Falun Dafa. People are naturally selfish. They only want to know things that relate to their own interests. Aren't people in pursuit of a happy life? Thus, I asked them whether they wanted to change their fate and enjoy an even happier life. Their replies are affirmative. I told them that I knew of a formula for that. When they asked me for it, I told them the three words "Truth, Compassion, Tolerance", and carefully explained to them what I understand them to mean.
When telling them about the connotation of cultivation practice, I always cite my own and my relatives' experiences in cultivation practice. They really like that and then begin to show interest in Dafa. They begin to wonder why the Jiang regime does not permit the practice, and to ask questions regarding Falun Gong, such as regarding the staged immolation, and the issue of illnesses. They also become willing to listen to the truth about the persecution. I ask them, "Are Truth, Compassion and Tolerance good?" Nobody says no. Many people feel that what I said make sense and decide to be a good people acting on the principles of "Truth-Compassion-Tolerance." Some people are afraid that they cannot do well. So I encourage them to take time and improve step by step. Don't worry that they do not believe in Gods. Many precious Chinese people were Kings and Lords, and have good inborn quality. According to my experience, people immediately want to learn Falun Gong after they find out about the principles of "Truth-Compassion-Tolerance". Many people thank me for telling them that. When they understand that Falun Dafa is such a good exercise that can genuinely make people obtain happiness, and that Jiang's regime prevents them from learning it, they feel very indignant. My understanding is that those precious Chinese people are waiting throughout the ages for the three words -- "Truth-Compassion-Tolerance."
