Letters between Master and Disciples

My Life Has Sprouted New Leaves

By would-be initiate Zhou Hong, Toronto, Canada

Dear Master, Greetings to You! Today, I am finally overwhelmed by my strong emotions and feel that I must write to You. Yet, despite the millions of words that I wish to express, I am at a loss about where to begin. I have been practicing the Convenient Method for almost five months now, and although I am yet to be initiated, I feel that You are always taking care of me. Each time a dilemma arises in my life, I am able to miraculously find the ideal solution. Before practicing the Convenient Form of meditation, I used to become easily aggravated. Also, I was sometimes mean, narrow-minded and loved to argue with people. I was aware of my faults, but just as You say, these habits that had accumulated over many lifetimes emerged as soon as situations arose and I simply could not control myself! Thus, I always had problems in social relationships. I am already in my thirties and if I had not met You these shortcomings surely would have remained with me till the end of my life. However, after contacting You, I reached a turning point. First, through Your grace, I miraculously found a job in the area of customer service where I interact with all types of people and often have to endure unreasonable rebukes. At such times, I clearly remember Your teachings and try my best to treat people with love. In the beginning, I felt uncomfortable in this job, but with the passing of time I have become able to handle irrational reprimands with great forbearance. I must say that my improvement is completely due to Your fantastic arrangements, which have helped me to eliminate my ego and wrathful behavior. When interacting with colleagues, I always keep Your teachings in mind, and try my best to remain positive in every situation. Strengthened by the blessing of the Master Power, I feel I have progressed significantly in this respect. However, it was not until my superior gave me a ride to the train station yesterday, and said she enjoyed working with me due to my positive attitude in any situation, that I truly recognized my improved state. I was exhilarated to hear these words of approval from another person, and thus came to realize that I have changed completely in a few short months! My superior also told me that I never criticize and always accommodate and forgive others, show concern for my colleagues and never defend myself for my own mistakes. My dear, respected Master, I am deeply grateful to You for helping a person approaching middle age to achieve these advances. Thank You very much for so deeply loving the awkward person that I am, and for utterly changing my life! You are my most beloved person and I miss You greatly. At Your feet, Zhou Hong, Toronto