(Minghui.org) Falun Gong (Falun Dafa) practitioners were invited to participate in AsiaFest held in Haggard Park in Plano, Texas, on May 4, 2024. A continuous stream of people visited their booth and learned about this ancient cultivation practice which originated in China. Many praised the beautiful exercises and principles of Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance. Some learned the exercises on the spot.

Practitioners introduce Falun Dafa at AsiaFest in Plano, Texas.

Rick, a retired medical professional, said he was interested in Eastern medicine and Eastern culture. He also believed that energy exercises and meditation could help people improve their immune systems. A practitioner told Rick about the health effects of Falun Gong and the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) persecution. Rick said that Communism attempts to control people’s thoughts, and the inhuman persecution should stop. He was interested in following the news about Falun Gong.

Shanny and Kevin, two local residents, were interested in learning more about Falun Gong. After hearing an introduction, they said they would go to the upcoming celebration of World Falun Dafa Day and try the exercises.

Two women from Arlington, Texas said they liked Falun Gong and would invite practitioners to introduce Falun Gong to their women’s club.

People of different ethnic backgrounds learn about Falun Gong.

A Ph.D. student from Southern Methodist University and his Chinese wife visited the Falun Gong booth. He talked with practitioners about energy exercises. The practitioner introduced Falun Gong to him and answered his questions. He said he would read more about Falun Gong online.