(Minghui.org) Nearly 6,000 Falun Gong practitioners formed characters and demonstrated group exercises on Liberty Square in Taipei, Taiwan, on November 8. Many Chinese tourists witnessed the scene and experienced the serene energy of Falun Gong cultivation.

Spectators watch the large-scale activities of Falun Gong practitioners at Liberty Square in Taipei, Taiwan.

Some Chinese tourists commented that such large-scale group exercises of Falun Gong practitioners were seen in mainland China before the persecution began in 1999. Now this is only available outside of China. During the event, many decided to renounce the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and its affiliated organizations.

Ms. Lin Huijuan (left) and Ms. Gong Meiyun (right), both in the insurance industry, said that they sensed a strong energy field.

Lin Huijuan and Gong Meiyun, both in the insurance industry, said that they sensed the powerful and peaceful energy field during the event.

Ms. Lin said, “It is really such a remarkable scene! Several thousand people sitting here, but together they are so in peace and harmony. It's amazing!” She learned the exercises onsite. She thought it might be difficult to concentrate amidst all the street noise, but once she started the exercises, she felt very calm and didn't even notice the noise.

Ms. Gong said that the energy field was unique. She memorized the exercise formulas and said that cultivation is so profound.

As for the beauty of cultivation, the practitioners at the event had their own stories to tell.

Joy of a New Life

Chen Ribing is 65 years old. He had liver and kidney problems since he was young. He developed symptoms of liver cancer and also had a lot of financial debt. Because of this, his marriage was also in crisis.

Mr. Chen cultivated his heart and mind, “xinxing”, according to the teachings of Falun Gong. His marriage was saved. He still has some debt, but has forgiven others' debts to him. As a result, his family life and career have been going better and better.

“I have become a completely different person,” he said.

Recovering from the Pain of Losing Her Son

Hong Liwen from Yunlin nearly committed suicide a few times after her son died a few years ago. She couldn't forget the pain of losing him. She encountered Falun Gong practitioners in the park, who encouraged her to take up the practice. She has now attained inner peace after cultivating for over a year. Cultivation has changed her perspective and enabled her to handle things positively.

Clear on How to Educate Her Sons

Xie Yiru and her eldest son Yuan Chong'en

Ms. Xie Yiru, from Kaohsiung, is a a stay-at-home mom with four sons. Her husband is a doctor and works long hours. She used to worry about her children a lot. She said Falun Gong alleviated the stress and gave her peace of mind.

Ms. Xie takes the boys to a Minghui School program on the weekends. The program teaches children about cultivation, emphasizing good behavior and kindness toward others. Her boys are all happy and healthy.

Clarity on Direction of Life

Mr. Chen Huiyao

Chen Huiyao, a media professional, has followed his uncle and other family members to practice Falun Gong from a young age. He said that Falun Gong gave him clarity on the direction of his life. Because of this, he has remained positive, centered, and free of external influences. He said ultivation enables him to face and handle any situation.

Turning Something Bad to Good

Mr. Chen Fengyi

Chen Fengyi from Tainan said that he learned from Falun Gong how to handle things positively and turn bad things into good.

He has been a teacher since leaving the military. He tries to lead the students by example. When his students act out, he tries to remain patient and keeps improving himself.

He treats the good and the bad as opportunities to look inside and let go of his attachments.