To Those Who Feel That They Are Not Able to Effectively Help Stop The Persecution Against Falun Gong

Right now, I am in Manhattan in New York, where as you might know a lot of Falun Gong practitioners have gone to in order to allow the citizens, the media, businesses, etc. of New York know about Falun Gong and the persecution. During my visit I have noticed that a lot of New Yorkers really want to help, but sometimes they feel powerless.

For example I remember a particular person who came to me and told me. “I have seen these anti-torture exhibitions for months now, and I would like to do something, but I don’t know what. I feel very heavy in my heart.” I was very pleased to tell her that we had a petition she could sign. Hearing my words she thanked me and directly went to the table to ask for the petition. I could see it was like liberation for her. Sometimes people who have already signed the petition would like to do more because they feel it is not enough. I can also recall a person who came to sign the petition and asked anxiously; “I have sent a letter to my Congress member, but I received no answer, shall I write once more?” Moved by the natural kindness of this person I was unable to answer right away. Getting no answer she added quickly; “Wasn’t it what was written in the newspapers? Have I done it the right way?”

I would like to tell all those people who help us, but have sometimes the impression it is not enough; “Don’t worry, your good thoughts are the most precious for all of us and even more for all those practitioners directly persecuted.” You know, each friend, relative, colleague you explain the facts about Falun Gong and the persecution to, or each good thought you have about those people tortured in China brings about a wonderful effect. You may ask what kind of effects?

Firstly, all the persecution is based on lies, and therefore all people taking part in the persecution are very afraid to know that one more person does not agree with the persecution or is telling other people about what is really happening in China. They fear those kind hearted and peaceful actions because they know that what they do is unworthy of a human being and extremely shameful. You can easily verify it by looking at the way they try to interfere with some of our activities intended to depict the true situation in China (through threats, intimidation or even direct illegal actions; there have been plenty of examples all over the world). That means, each person who can explain the facts about the persecution and Falun Gong to another, sign a petition or write a letter becomes a very important way of denying the persecution and restraining it. Such actions also contribute to our larger activities like lawsuits, etc.

The second part is not tangible but might be the most important. It is the fact that one thought added to another convey a lot of energy and in turn have a big impact. Each one of them is a seed being planted for future changes, with each one of them having a positive effect. It is difficult to express it through words, as there is no way to quantify the impact they induce, but I believe that their power is enormous. We should not underestimate the capacity of our mind. I have the feeling that each righteous thought emanating from each person truly upholds the persecuted practitioners and destroys the elements of those scoundrels responsible for the persecution. The following painting expresses this much better then words and in a beautiful way.

"Shining Lotus Hearts", painted by a Falun Gong Practitioner

All righteous thoughts and righteous actions are like those lotus flowers blossoming all over the world which are spreading their smooth and refreshing light scaring the criminals persecuting those who practise Falun Gong and thus in turn supporting Falun Gong practitioners in their peaceful appeal.

What is wonderful is that each one of us is somehow aware of this. One day, another practitioner told me; “look how people smile once they have signed the petition”, and indeed it is true! I took a closer look after that and saw this so clearly. Once someone has taken a step towards opposing the wicked persecution they have helped, and you are able to feel this deep down in your heart. The actions you take truly have a positive impact. So please, even if you are confronted by pictures of torture that are difficult to bear or you feel like crying upon being confronted with death statements... don’t feel powerless, but just go on! Each one of your actions, smiles, signatures, photos you will show to your friends, each Chinese person you inform, each letter sent to the government,... is worth so much! Keep your righteous thoughts and actions and a bright future will shine for all of us!

Thank you so much!