PureInsight | June 21, 2004
[PureInsight.org] This is the first time that I have shared my cultivation experience. I hope after you hear it, you will please give me your feedback.
The newspaper has published a daily newspaper for more than half a year now. I would like to share with you my understanding and experience during this period. Since the daily paper began its distribution, I have been responsible for assigning fellow cultivators to pick up the newspapers from the printing factory, and then assigning other cultivates to distribute them to different localities. In the past when the newspaper published weekly papers, I distributed them to several locations. When fellow cultivators suggested that I take the job of coordinating, I felt that it was a good way to validate Dafa, and it was an unshakeable duty for a Dafa disciple. For a long time, I regretted that I could not help out more with the newspaper. I therefore accepted the job without hesitation since it was within my capabilities.
The newspaper started its daily edition in mid November in 2003. The snow season had not begun yet. I assigned some cultivators to pick up the newspapers every other week considering that most cultivators have to go to work afterwards. Another reason is that I wanted to encourage more cultivators to join in. So, in case of an emergency, the job would not be disrupted and there would be a substitute for everyone.
For the first two months everything went smoothly, because each evening I would call to remind the person to get the newspapers that following morning. Things went very well. Then for two weeks or so I did not make the reminder calls. I thought they are able to remember their dates. But one day, a cultivator who was responsible for distributing newspapers called to ask me: "Who is scheduled to pick up newspapers? Why are there no newspapers?" Later, I found out that the person who was supposed to fetch newspapers that day forgot to do so because he was too busy with other Dafa work. After this incident, I remembered that whenever a conflict arises, first we should look at ourselves, look inward. I realized my pursuit for comfort and my complacency were utilized by the evil. So I decided to call each evening the cultivator who was going to pick up the newspapers the next morning.
Later winter arrived and the weather became very unfriendly. Oftentimes, the icy roads and snowstorms made it very difficult for cultivators to pick up the newspapers. They needed to leave home very early in the morning as it took more time on the road during the winter. They did not want to be late for work. Also if they return late, it will delay those who distribute newspapers. Only until then did I realize that our responsibility is very heavy. For other sectors, in case of big storms, they can close their offices, but as for the media it is completely different. Suddenly my heart was deeply moved by actions of fellow cultivators, because I understand that each cultivator knows the newspaper is another form to clarify the truth, thus able to rescue and save living beings. That is why fellow cultivators do not withdraw at any time because of dreadful weather. As usual, they would still go to pick up newspapers from the printing factory, and then, other cultivators would distribute them to each location. My fellow cultivators get up early in the morning, despite the very cold weather and under whatever kind of situation that can possibly occur, and they get the job done, When ever I think of this, tears run down by face. Only Dafa disciples can reach this realm of no-self and no-ego. It is truly remarkable!
In the later days, various tribulations still emerged from time to time. Sometimes, a fellow cultivator would tell me in the morning that he could not distribute the newspapers, or he had overslept, or due to some other interference could not get the papers, so my previous arrangement was completed disrupted. For me to find another person to do the job is not easy, because at that time of the morning, most people have gone to work. In addition, people may not be familiar with the routes in the area, therefore it is very difficult to find a replacement. When I was first confronted with such tribulations, I thought about giving up the job. Then I tried to look at this issue from the principles of Fa and I realized that this thought was not right. I also realized that this was a form of demonic interference and I should not be controlled by it. I should be responsible for Dafa. Also this is an opportunity that Master gave me to improve my xinxing. Master wants to test my endurance and compassion. How can I let go of such a good opportunity! So I discarded the thought of giving up this responsibility. I also let go of my heavy heart. And things were also done smoothly. Each time when interference occurs suddenly, all my fellow cultivators can work as one body to get the newspapers delivered, and finish each day's job. Here I want to thank everyone who helps to picks up and distributes the newspapers. Thank you for your encouragement. I hope we can work together and do the job even better in the future. Thank you, everybody!
