(Minghui.org) Falun Gong practitioners introduced the traditional cultivation practice in Jakarta on Car-Free Day, July 9, 2023. This was the third time they have participated in this popular event, where people enjoy walking and cycling on streets that are normally congested with automobile and motorcycle traffic. Practitioners set up their booth on busy Sudirman Street and demonstrated the Falun Gong exercises. Many people stopped to ask for information, and some learned the exercises on the spot. 

Falun Gong exercises on Car-Free Day in Jakarta

Passersby stop to learn about Falun Gong.

A woman told a practitioner that she had been working out since she was a teenager, but she suffered osteoporosis as she got older. She showed great interest in the Falun Gong exercises and said she planned to join the group exercises close to her home.

Ronald, a Falun Gong practitioner, shared his experience. “I used to have many problems in my life, including an addiction to smoking and bad family relationships. Reading Zhuan Falun has changed my life,” he said.

Ronald introduces the benefits of Falun Gong.

“I was moved by the teaching about quitting smoking,” Ronald said, “and I made up my mind to quit, and succeeded. The book also taught me Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance. These principles helped me improve my character and become a more tolerant person.” Ronald shared that he also got rid of his bad temper and improved his relationships with his family.