The world of Tzu Chi March 2023 (Vol.145)

TZU CHI 145 15 Watch an interview with Stephanie here: in English out of the 24-minute programme with English subtitles, and share them, including with parents of English parent- child bonding class, so that everyone could learn the Dharma conveniently. Today she serves as one of the translators for the Morning Volunteer Assembly, translating Abode masters’ 20-minute sermons for English readers. She said, “I did not know the Way of the Bodhisattva. It was only after listening to Master’s sermons that I realised that all we have done was planting the field of merit. The newcomers are unaware, that is why they need Master’s wisdom.” Practising Buddhism is going out to help others with love and compassion. At the end of 2022, Stephanie set foot in Nepal, the birthplace of Buddha, and participated in local relief operations carried out by Tzu Chi. “With vows come affinities.” After experiencing countless challenges, Stephanie said, “This is the path I want to take. The challenges I have encountered were there to push me towards the direction I am aiming.” The melancholy heart has found her way out. Stephanie, who has been through the valley of life, lit her own inner light with the help of the Dharma. Now, she is lighting up the path for others so that more people could feel the warmth and hope. Looking back, the bitterness and sufferings have long turned into the brilliance of life. Stephanie Chew (first left) and her husband, Jee Say Loo (first right) are both Tzu Chi volunteers. Not only do they make a difference in the lives of others, but they have also built a beautiful, harmonious family life together. [Photo courtesy of Stephanie Chew]