(Minghui.org) Falun Dafa practitioners from across Indonesia, as well as practitioners from Singapore and Malaysia, gathered in Denpasar, Bali, on May 10, 2025, to celebrate World Falun Dafa Day and to hold a character formation activity. They sat together in a coordinated formation to form the Chinese characters “Falun Dafa” and lotus flower motifs.

The character formation spanned 190 feet in length and 67 feet in width, with the upper section comprised of several hundred practitioners forming the Chinese characters “Falun Dafa.”

Group exercise before the character forming activity.

Falun Dafa practitioners form the Chinese characters for “Falun Dafa.”

Military Officer Commends Falun Dafa’s Values in Daily Life

After observing the character formation activity, Taufiqurrahman, a second lieutenant in the infantry, praised practitioners’ peaceful and calm demeanor. When he learned that Falun Dafa teaches Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance, he expressed his appreciation for these universal principles, which he said are highly beneficial in everyday life.

Taufiqurrahman, a second lieutenant in the infantry, values the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance.

“I believe our world today truly needs more kindness,” he said. “We need to instill these principles so that we can carry out our duties with sincerity and a genuine heart.”

Practitioners Express Gratitude to Master Li

After the event, several practitioners who took part in the activity shared how Falun Dafa has improved their character, as well as their mental and physical health. They expressed their deep gratitude to Master Li for spreading Falun Dafa to the public 33 years ago.

Made Putrawan, who works in the Ministry of Defense, began practicing Falun Dafa in 2017 after being introduced to it by his colleague.

Made Putrawan experienced tremendous changes after practicing Falun Gong.

Mr. Putrawan shared that before practicing Falun Dafa, his lifestyle and temperament were very different. “I was a heavy smoker and frequently drank alcohol. I also had a bad temper, I was easily irritated, and often insisted on having things my way,” he recalled. “After I started reading Zhuan Falun [the main text of Falun Dafa], I was deeply moved by its core principles: Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance. That’s when the real change began.”

He said that he quit smoking and drinking, and over time, his attitude also transformed. “I used to be arrogant and self-centered, but as I continued to practice, I found myself becoming more patient and humbler, even when things didn’t go according to my plan,” he said. “I feel that Falun Dafa has brought me extraordinary benefits!”

Mr. Putrawan said, “I sincerely wish that more people would learn Falun Dafa and cherish the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance.”

“I Find a Moral Compass in Falun Dafa”

Risda Amelia, a 22-year-old interior designer from Bali, has been practicing Falun Dafa since her childhood. She was introduced to the practice by her parents. As she grew older, she began to truly understand and connect with the universal values of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance.

Risda Amelia, a 22-year-old interior designer, finds her moral compass in Falun Gong.

In an age of shifting values, Risda believes it is important to have a strong moral foundation. “I feel that Falun Dafa gives me something solid to hold on to. It has helped me improve my character, particularly when dealing with conflicts or when I’m wrongly accused of something. I’ve learned how to respond with calm and clarity in difficult situations.”

As a young person who is active on social media, Risda also highlighted the emotional challenges many in her generation face. “Social media often stirs up feelings of envy and leads us to compare ourselves with others, which can disrupt our inner peace,” she said. “But the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance help me stay grounded and remind me to always reflect inward.”

With World Falun Dafa Day approaching on May 13, Risda expressed her gratitude to benevolent Master. “I want to wish Master Li, the founder of the practice, a happy birthday! I hope more people, especially in Indonesia, will come to know about Falun Gong and experience its benefits.”

Falun Dafa Changed the Way I See Myself and Others

Febri, a 51-year-old architect from Bekasi, has been practicing Falun Dafa since 2005. She recalled that before taking up the practice, she experienced intense menstrual pain that required regular use of painkillers, often in increasing doses due to their limited effect. “Even after taking medication, the pain wouldn’t go away,” Febri said. “But after I started practicing Falun Dafa, the pain gradually disappeared.”

Febri, a 51-year-old architect, experienced significant improvements in both her physical health and character after practicing Falun Dafa.

Beyond the physical benefits, Febri emphasized the profound inner transformation she experienced. “On the surface, I may have seemed like a good person, but in my heart, I had many negative thoughts,” she admitted. “Falun Dafa’s principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance really changed my perspective, especially regarding jealousy.”

Febri reflected on how, in the past, she silently felt envious of others’ achievements. “Now, instead of feeling jealous, I feel genuinely happy for them,” she said. “Reading Zhuan Falun helped me understand that everyone has their own path in life, and that what someone gains may truly be their destiny.”

She added that this shift in mindset has helped her become more introspective. “When I catch myself reacting emotionally over small things, I now ask myself, ‘Why not just be happy for others?’ This change in thinking has helped me tremendously.”

During the activity, practitioners from across Indonesia wished revered Master a happy birthday and thanked Master for imparting Falun Dafa and bringing hope to the world.

Practitioners wish Master a happy birthday and express their apprication for introducing Dafa to the public.