The Importance of Studying the Fa and Letting Go of Attachments

(Minghui.org) I was born in 1995 and established a sacred affinity with Dafa when my mom took up the practice in 1996. I started to study the Fa with my mom when I was three years old. Since then, I have never stopped cultivating myself in Dafa, regardless of busy school studies or my heavy workload, even when I was occasionally not diligent. I could feel the constant improvement of my xinxing, while at the same time assimilating to Dafa, making me even more determined to firmly walk the path of cultivation.

As a younger Dafa practitioner, I have faced tests and tribulations common to my age, and I will share some recent experiences that are especially relevant to those in my age group.

Cherish This Precious Time, Study the Fa More Often, and Cultivate Your Xinxing in All Circumstances

I am a teacher. For the first three years of my professional life, I was a workaholic and had little time for Fa study. Even though I never forgot I was a Dafa practitioner, due to my lack of Fa study, I developed a deeply hidden attachment to reputation and a fear of negative reports from students’ parents. As time went on, I started to experience multiple health issues.

My mom became aware of my problems and moved from our hometown to live with me in the city. Through some serious Fa study, I became more clear-headed, and even though interference occurred, I was able to make a breakthrough fairly quickly. I also realized that I should always put Fa study first in my life.

I carefully adjusted my schedule and tried to make more time for Fa study, doing the exercises, and sending righteous thoughts. Once again, I experienced the tremendous power of Dafa, and I was able to handle various difficulties at work with ease. At the same time, I strove to conduct myself according to the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance in teaching my students, and as a result, I felt better both mentally and physically, and my students’ academic performance also improved.

Master Arranged for More Time to Study the Fa

Earlier this year, a teacher in our group fell ill, and someone was needed to take on his workload. The others thought that I should take up the extra work, as I was the youngest in the group. I thought to myself: “I will listen only to what Master Li says to do.”

Then, I was temporarily transferred to another position for a year—something that had never happened to a junior teacher in my school. In my new position, I had more time to study the Fa and do the exercises, and I felt in my heart that Master had arranged this because he saw that I wanted to study the Fa more, and gave me the time to catch up and cultivate myself solidly.

I said to myself that I would cherish the time Master has given me, let go of my attachments to laziness and to my mobile phone, and strictly abide by the Fa principles.

Letting Go of the Attachment to Being Married

In my heart, I have always wanted to get married and have a family. There is nothing wrong with such a desire, but I developed a strong attachment to the so-called happiness in everyday people’s society and even to some dirty, lustful thoughts.

For a while, I tried to get rid of those bad thoughts, but they kept coming back. However, I denied all arrangements by the old forces and kept up with Fa study.

Then, I realized that, unlike a genuine practitioner, I was rather relaxed with myself. So, I stopped watching short videos so that my mind was free from those lustful things that feed people’s demonic sentiments. As soon as thoughts like “this young man is handsome” or “that girl is good-looking” or even dirtier thoughts came to my mind, I immediately eliminated them and reminded myself that they were not from my true self; I must keep myself clean, refrain from following any degenerate trend, keep an appropriate distance from the opposite sex, act upright, and be strict with myself.

I began letting go of my attachment to being married, and just let it be, following Master’s arrangements. Through cultivation, I took romantic relationships lightly and removed lustful thoughts.

Letting Go of Selfishness, Fame, and Personal Interest

Even though the new job allowed me more time for Fa study, my salary was reduced to less than half. Sometimes, I felt a bit upset in my heart due to my attachment to personal gain. Only recently did I realize the seriousness of this attachment. I realized that deep in my heart, I was hoping that by accepting the job transfer, I would be valued more and recognized, but neither of these happened. I have been totally overlooked when it comes to various awards and recognition. I felt that this was unfair and developed some resentment.

Then, I realized that I was holding onto human attachments driven by the fame and gain of everyday people’s society. I developed a sense of self-importance and longed to be valued by others. I felt really ashamed when I realized these deeply hidden attachments after so many years of cultivating in Dafa. I made up my mind to transcend them, rectify every thought I have that isn’t in line with the Fa principles, and always remember that I’m a Dafa practitioner.

The above are some of my cultivation experiences in recent times. I have been on the path of cultivation for nearly 30 years and have changed a lot in many aspects after many miraculous experiences. Thank you, Master, for your compassionate protection over all these years. I will never be able to repay the unimaginable suffering you have borne for me. I will strive to always conduct myself according to the Fa principles, to constantly assimilate to the Fa, walk well the remaining cultivation path, and assist Master in saving more sentient beings.

I’m determined to let go of all my selfish attachments, including my complaining mindset, lustful thoughts, and laziness, among others. I will follow Master’s teachings, be kind to everyone around me, and use every opportunity to clarify the truth to save people. I hope all young Dafa practitioners will be more diligent in cultivation. Let us strive to fulfill our prehistoric vows and return to our true home with Master.

Please kindly point out anything in the sharing that is not in line with the Fa.