Inner Growth

How should practitioners balance their daily reading of Zhuan Falun with studying Master's other teachings? Drawing on my experience of group Fa study in Hong Kong in 2019, I reflect on a weekly gathering that combined reading, experience sharing, discussions of current affairs, and recordings of Shen Yun performances.

A Chinese woman in her sixties had read Zhuan Falun twice but still struggled to understand it. Three sessions of reading together with a young practitioner helped her make a firm decision to practise Falun Dafa. Over the following year, I accompanied her in daily Fa study through WhatsApp. Her gradual transformation taught me the importance of patience, righteous thoughts, and helping new practitioners establish a solid foundation in cultivation.

How can a 22-minute documentary shape public opinion through selective editing, personal testimony, legal allegations, and striking financial figures? In this book, Fang Tianliang examines 11 allegations concerning Shen Yun presented in an ARTE documentary, distinguishing documented facts from accusations and interpretations. A reflection on journalistic responsibility, media influence, and the importance of independent judgment.

Leaving China does not necessarily mean leaving behind the habits of thought formed there. Inspired by The Truman Show, Fang Tianliang explores five questions about freedom of expression, childhood political oaths, historical responsibility, the distinction between China and the Chinese Communist Party, and the courage to think independently.

On January 23, 2001, a self-immolation incident in Tiananmen Square shocked China. CCTV's coverage profoundly influenced public attitudes toward Falun Gong. Fang Tianliang examines 21 questions about the footage, the participants and the deaths of Liu Chunling and Liu Siying, exploring how one televised tragedy contributed to a far-reaching campaign of fear, hostility and public condemnation.

Why do Falun Dafa practitioners call Li Hongzhi “Master”? Through 15 personal stories from the UK and beyond, Fang Tianliang explores gratitude, family relationships, personal transformation, and the search for a deeper meaning in life.

Why does Charles Bridge stand crowded with saints and martyrs? Some were once condemned as criminals, imprisoned, or killed by those in power. Centuries later, Falun Gong practitioners facing persecution walked across the same bridge. What connects their stories? This book explores faith, science, persecution, media, and conscience—and asks a deeper question: Is my judgment truly my own?

Across from the Chinese Embassy in London, a peaceful vigil has continued for 24 years. There is no grand stage—only ordinary people taking turns to sit quietly, day after day. Some pass by. Others stop, ask questions, or even sit beside them. Sit by My Side tells the story of this remarkable vigil and asks a simple question: what enables ordinary people to persevere for so long?

A chance encounter in London’s Regent’s Park brings together a group of ordinary people who know little about Falun Dafa. They begin learning the five exercises, reading Zhuan Falun, joining online study discussions, and discovering cultivation experiences shared by practitioners around the world. Some first notice better sleep, more energy and a calmer mood. Others struggle with the pain of meditation and standing exercises, questions about karma, the Celestial Eye and othe