The world of Tzu Chi June 2024 (Vol.150)

TZU CHI 150 25 Finding peace Seeking forgiveness Becoming more mindful By Soon Fock Chuan Photo by Chan Tuck Meng By Low Mai Yin Photo by Chai Mong Ping By Wong Yoke Mei Photo by Lim Chin Shein C hong Wai Tang had some conflicts with her children concerning educating the next generation. “Although it was not a major issue, I could not let it go. It drove a wedge between my children and me. The unpleasantness accumulated in my heart. I had no one to confide in and found it difficult to be at peace…” During the pilgrimage, Wai Tang felt her heart soften with each bow, and a smile formed around her lips as she gradually learned to let go. A rising from a misstep in life, Wong Chai Fatt spent over a decade in prison. After turning his life around, he started a family but was later diagnosed with kidney disease. Despite his illness, he persevered through the pilgrimage with a heart of repentance. Reflecting on his past wrongdoings and how he had hurt his late parents’ hearts with his misdeeds, he sought forgiveness, especially from his mother, who loved him dearly. T an Si Yuan, who runs an architectural and interior design studio, had a profound realisation during his first bowing pilgrimage. “I am accustomed to speaking loudly due to a noisy work environment, and I often neglect the feelings of others. Reflecting on it now, I must really repent sincerely to the people around me.” The pilgrimage process brought a rare tranquillity to Si Yuan’s heart, leading him to exclaim, “It feels so good!” He acknowledged the need to control his temper and handle matters with composure.