The world of Tzu Chi July-August 2022 (Vol.142)

2022 • 08 12 pecial Feature By Tan Kim Hion Translated by Goh Hwe Yong Photo by Sam Pin Fook A richer and better self without the excess baggage Each book study session shone like rays of sunlight that rid the mist and cleansed the mind of ignorance. While this helped to calm the mind, it has also enabled Wong Swee Nyun and spouse, Chong Yan Moy, to see life in a new light, and they have emerged more wholesome through learning the Dharma. I n December 2019, Wong Swee Nyun from Tzu Chi Entrepreneurs’ Group initiated book study sessions for the group in his community. To engage the members, he encouraged open and honest sharing of their concerns and thoughts on life, before diving into Dharma teachings inspired by Master Cheng Yen’s teachings and commentaries on the Lotus Sutra . He was surprised that the open sharing prompted sound advice and encouragement, and negativity began to ebb away. This proved to be effective and meaningful, and the book study remained a much-anticipated activity for Wong Swee Nyun (left) took advantage of the holiday to cook with his wife and children, thus sharing a happy bonding time.