Diligently Advancing in Cultivation After I Started Practicing Falun Dafa

(Minghui.org) I am a 76-year-old Falun Dafa practitioner and have been cultivating for nearly 30 years. I regained my health and received many other benefits through Dafa cultivation. I would like to share my cultivation experience with everyone.

First Encountering Dafa

In late August 1994, Master Li came to our city to teach the Fa. At that time, my husband suffered from headaches, stomachaches, and hemorrhoids. He tried many treatments, including medication, injections, folk remedies, and laser treatment, but there was no improvement. Later, he tried many kinds of qigong, but nothing helped. He felt deeply distressed and helpless.

One of his friends bought him a ticket to attend one of Master’s Fa lectures, and he was fortunate to attend. My husband also bought me a ticket for the Falun Gong (Falun Dafa) introduction seminar. But I did not have much interest because several days prior, he had taken me to a qigong class, and I felt unwell after attending. However, since he had already bought the ticket, and it was very close to my home, I decided to go. When I arrived, I chose a seat at the very back.

When Master arrived, everyone applauded enthusiastically to welcome him, but I clapped my hands a few times out of politeness. After a brief introduction, Master went straight to the main topic. He asked everyone to extend their hands to experience the spinning Falun in their palms. Master asked us if we could feel it, and everyone replied with excitement, “Yes!” There was lively audience interaction, but I remained a spectator. Master then asked everyone to think about their own illness or an illness of a family member, if they did not have an illness themselves. I remained numb and did not want to participate. Actually, both of my parents suffered from severe heart problems, and I myself had many illnesses. But I was very cautious and did not want to be hurt again.

Master began to give the lecture. The miraculous Fa principles immediately attracted me, like a magnet. Like a parched seedling receiving sweet rain, I thirstily absorbed the teachings, feeling shocked and excited beyond words. What Master said was wonderful! I was determined to listen attentively, so I stretched my neck and focused intently. But soon I felt so sleepy that I could not keep my eyes open. I tried very hard to open my eyes, but it did not help. Finally, I fell asleep. When I woke up, I noticed Master had already finished his lecture. I felt deep regret and disappointment. I realized I missed an invaluable opportunity, which gnawed at me. Although I only heard the beginning of the lecture, I was deeply impressed. It wasn’t until September 1996 that I was able to reconnect this sacred predestined relationship with Dafa.

Truly Begin Cultivation

I had a really bad fall in late 1996 and had a hard time breathing, with no strength to hold anything. My husband had already been practicing Falun Dafa since he attended Master’s classes in 1994 and read the Dafa books every day. I never heard him complain of any discomfort. So I thought that was great, and he could send out energy to cure my illness. But he refused and said, “The practice does not allow us to cure illnesses. You should read the book yourself.”

I was puzzled and wondered why reading a book could cure an illness. To lessen the pain, I asked my husband to give me cupping therapy, and he agreed. Afterwards, he took out a book of Falun Dafa practitioners’ experience sharing, and asked me to read it. I was deeply moved after reading those articles. I asked my husband, “Are those real?”

“They are incredible, right?” he replied. My husband never lied, but I felt those experiences were mystical. One of the articles stated that this man’s wife was a doctor, and he was a well-known scientist. Even though they were well-connected worldwide, they could not find a cure for the wife’s illness despite all the medical treatments. With no other choice, they went to a Falun Dafa practice site to learn about it. They learned the exercise movements and began reading the book Zhuan Falun.

His wife noticed the improvements daily and soon regained her health. Seeing the miraculous changes in his wife, the husband decided to practice Falun Dafa too. After reading Zhuan Falun, his outlook on the world changed greatly as well. Master Li also unlocked his wisdom, thereby helping him to achieve great success in his scientific research. To reward his significant contribution to the county, his superiors gave him the keys to a newly built luxury villa with four bedrooms and a living room. As a cultivator, he took fame and gain lightly and declined the offer, and selflessly gave it to someone else. This practitioner’s high moral standard showcased Dafa’s miraculous beauty and the extraordinary nature of Falun Dafa.

I was deeply touched and inspired after finishing the cultivation experience sharing book. I thought: “Dafa is wonderful. I must practice it.” I told my husband, “I want to practice too.” Master saw my wish and took care of me. The next morning, around 5 a.m., Master began purifying my body. I kept running to the toilet, but after several trips, I felt pretty relaxed and happy, not at all uncomfortable. My legs were light, and not as heavy as before. I felt delighted while cooking and tidying up the house. Seeing the changes in me, my husband was happy and said to me with a hint of envy, “See! You haven’t even started to do the exercises and read the book, but Master is already taking care of you. What kind of predestined relationship do you have?!” At 8 a.m., I needed to go to work at the market. I was worried and thought, “Oh no, if I keep needing the toilet in this state, how anxious will others be if they want to use the toilet? If I make a mess, it will cause trouble for the sanitation workers.” Strangely, what I was worried about didn’t happen. I didn’t need to go to the restroom the whole day. After I got home, I kept running to the toilet until I went to bed. Dafa cultivation is truly amazing!

Master said:

“A few individuals may fall asleep and wake up as soon as I finish my lecture. Why is that? It is because their brains have illnesses that need to be treated. One will be unable to stand it if one’s brain is worked on. Therefore, the person must be put into a state of anesthesia so he doesn’t know.” (Lecture Two, Zhuan Falun)

After reading this, I realized that my sleeping during Master’s teaching in 1994 was actually Master’s way of adjusting my long-term headaches. No wonder I hadn’t had a headache for two years. Master had been taking care of me since then, and he didn’t mind my ignorance and disrespect. I was very grateful for Master’s compassion. At the same time, I felt ashamed that I treated such a great Master as a regular Qigong master.

Whenever I listened to the program “Remembering Master’s Grace,” I could not help but burst into tears. I cannot repay Master’s boundless grace. I can only study the Fa more diligently and cultivate by following Master’s words and becoming a better person according to the standards of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance.

Forming a Fa Study Group and Improving With Fellow Practitioners

I went to a practitioner’s home for group Fa study. Because the practitioner couple had just returned from work, several of us waited outside their home. Noticing this inconvenience, I decided to provide everyone with a stable environment for studying the Fa, so I invited practitioners to my home to study. I made six large cushions for some practitioners to use for studying the Fa and meditating. Other practitioners sat on the sofa, and when there were many people, even the bed was full. Everyone was eager to study the Fa more.

In addition to studying the Fa three times a week, I also participated in the experience-sharing on Sundays. Sometimes, we went out in groups to spread the Fa. Regardless of whether the activity was in the city or the countryside, I did not want to be left behind. Whenever I had time, I would recite poems in Hong Yin and articles in Essentials for Further Advancement. We also seized the time to do the sitting meditation. Practitioners learned from each other and improved a lot, and we were happy every day.

While practicing Falun Dafa, I experienced a great change. I often noticed a warm current traveling from my head to my toes. I knew Master was purifying my body. All my chronic illnesses disappeared without me even realizing it. Before, I often got angry and felt depressed and stuck in grievances with family members and friends. Now I am happy and light-hearted, and less attached to fame, fortune, and emotions. In particular, I examined my past problems and looked inward when facing conflicts, and corrected my words and actions in accordance with the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance. My family life has become harmonious. Every day, I bathe in the light of the Fa. Those were truly incredible and unforgettable times.

I am now 76 years old, but I am happy and healthy. I have not needed to take a single pill for the past 30 years. Although I do not use any cosmetics, my skin is clear and delicate with few wrinkles, and I look much younger than my age. Moreover, I still menstruate since Dafa is a mind and body cultivation practice.

Now, I study the Fa every day and memorize the Fa too. I spend a lot of time doing the exercises and sending forth righteous thoughts. When I have time, I go out to tell people the truth about Dafa. My life is fulfilling and joyful. All these are manifestations of the beauty and miraculousness of Dafa and the blessing of Master. I will continuously seize the time to do well with the three things, and continue to improve myself. I will not let Master down and will diligently advance to reach consummation and go home with Master.