(Minghui.org) Practitioners took part in the annual Fremont Festival of Arts held on August 3-4, 2024. Festival attendees praised the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance taught by Falun Dafa after practitioners introduced the spiritual practice. 

The Falun Dafa information booth at the annual Fremont Festival of Arts.

Festival attendees were introduced to Falun Dafa.

People signed up for Falun Dafa introductory classes.

Many people said after learning about Falun Dafa, “This is what I’ve been searching for,” “I agree with the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance,” “These principles are important,” “If all of us follow Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance, everyone would become a better person.”

Some people from China decided to withdraw their memberships in the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its affiliated organizations after learning the facts about the persecution. Now, more people from China readily take materials about Falun Dafa.

One Will Become Better Through Practicing Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance

Local residents Elizabeth (left) and Cathy said they agree with the Falun Dafa principles. 

Elizabeth said, “We saw an introduction to Falun Dafa online and it resonated with us. We bought the book Zhuan Falun and started reading it.

“We agree with the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance—no one can disagree with these principles. Several years ago, when we first heard of Falun Dafa, I also heard many lies. In such times, it’s hard to distinguish what’s true and false. What’s reported in the mainstream media may not be true. So, we subscribed to the Epoch Times.”

Cathy said she also reads the Epoch Times. About Falun Dafa, she said, “I think this is teaching people how to find inner peace, power, and love. Everyone will become a better person if they live by Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance. Today, society is falling apart, therefore abiding by Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance is extremely important.”

Many people learned the exercises at the booth when they were told that Falun Dafa can relieve stress and make one feel relaxed. Many people said they felt the extraordinary effects of doing the exercises.

My Body Became Lighter After Doing the Exercises

Carroll Tee from Myanmar was interested in Falun Dafa and decided to give it a try.

Carroll Tee (right) learns the first set of exercises.

According to his mother, Carroll has a deep interest in Chinese culture and has been searching for something. When he feels depressed, he goes to the temple. However, he did not find what he was searching for. After learning the exercises, Carroll said he felt relaxed and his body felt light, “The movements are easy to learn, I hope other people can give it a try and understand why one should meditate and treat others with kindness.” He also signed up for the free introductory classes.

Rose and her husband John who live in San Mateo also learned the exercises. Rose said, “I love this exercise. My body is relaxed, it feels great, thank you.”

John (first left) and Rose (second left) learn the first set of exercises.

Her husband John said he felt wonderful, “It is amazing. I admire the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance.”

The Principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance are Excellent

Shane Ward, a manager in a tour agency in Atlanta said he’s a Christian and supports Falun Dafa, “I think the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance are excellent. Following these principles can help improve one’s physical and mental health. We must treat people with kindness, and be patient and honest.”

He said, “I’m against the persecution and any action that takes away people’s freedom.”

We Should Live By Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance Everyday

Jennas, a cultural lecturer said she was interested in attending a Falun Dafa introductory class and hopes to take her students to learn the exercises. “Learning to meditate can help my students maintain a clear mind, and relieve stress. I heard that meditation can help the soul.”

Jennas (left) and her friend Christy

She said, “We should be honest, and kind and learn to be tolerant in our daily lives as well as going forward.”

Her friend Christy who likes to meditate said, “I love the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance, and we should follow them daily.”

I Want to Teach My Children These Values

Sam Revi, an IT engineer in the Silicon Valley said he respects Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance. He wants to introduce these principles to his children.

Sam Revi signed up for the free introductory classes when he saw the information. He said he often saw practitioners doing the exercises at Fremont Park, “This is a good way to improve health and relax the body. Everyone should follow the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance. This is crucial, and I want to teach my children to follow these principles.”

Joe and his wife Cindy told practitioners, “We saw Falun Dafa practitioners in a march in San Francisco on July 20, and it was a long procession and very grand. They were protesting against the persecution by the CCP. We know the regime is brutal, it even forbids people from having freedom of thought.”

When they learned there were free introductory classes, they signed up at once.

Ms. Kavita from India approached practitioners and said her friend teaches the Falun Dafa exercises in a school in Kolkata. She said, “Learning Falun Dafa can help one gain inner peace, a clear mind, a relaxed body, and a healthy mind and body. There are so many benefits, it’s amazing.”

When asked if she practices Falun Dafa, she replied, “Of course.”

It’s Good to Follow Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance

Angelina Casas, a patient care coordinator in a medical center said she thought everyone should learn Falun Dafa. “Especially after COVID, everyone in the world should follow Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance particularly compassion. It is definitely good to abide by these principles in everyday life.”

She said, “I am 23 years old. People in our generation have a lot of worries as well as many pressures and they lack kindness. I think Falun Dafa is a great practice.

“I think the Dafa principles are very important in today’s society. Many people commit suicide because they have mental problems and cannot discuss this with their family, therefore I think it is important to follow these principles in everyday life.”