I was an unhappy child when I was small. One day, I suddenly had an intense frightful and inauspicious feeling that mishaps could befall my family anytime. The good fortune in this moment couldn't guarantee the happiness of the next; we are playing joyously today, but we might be separated by death tomorrow... Since then, that fearful feeling has been with me and has make me live in anxiety and fear.

It continued until the day I met Master. The dark cloud that overshadowed me for so many years vanished. My life was again full of confidence and security, and I no longer senselessly worried about the safety of my relatives. I strode out from the darkness and marched into light. I knew Master would arrange and take care of everything for me. I knew the positive power of brightness would disperse the dark shadow.

After this turning point of my life, I could fearlessly explore this complicated and ever-changing world. I progressed steadily after I was initiated, and my self-suspicion was transformed into self-confidence. There were many things that I didn't believe I could do before, but now I have the courage to try, and to accomplish them with my persistence. I can also mix with people more harmoniously. In handling matters, I can care about other people's feelings apart from my own ideas, so it is easier to find the best solution.

Since I followed Master to practice spiritually, I can always maintain an ordinary state of mind. Many situations that would have greatly agitated me before, I can now face them with ease, and know how to solve them. I won't easily get excited, or be bound by some problems for a long time. Compared to the days before I was initiated, I have more time to enjoy life with a relaxed mind.

Sunrise,
Sunset-tides rise,
Tides ebb --
Life is not the same anymore.

Only initiated fellow practitioners can understand this blissful state. Lightly I am humming the song "You Light Up My Life!"