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“Throughout this year, countless people have joined hearts and shared love for the world, and my heart overflows with gratitude every day. I hope that everyone can hear my voices of gratitude, both for those who give love to the world and on behalf of those who receive it.” – Master Cheng Yen

With Chinese New Year around the corner, Tzu Chi KL & Selangor organised a Near Year distribution cum Year-End Blessing event for its Chinese care recipients, showering them with the warmth of humanity.

“If Tzu Chi does not mind my age, I will continue to serve…” – Yap Ka Sam

On July 15, 2023, Tzu Chi International School Kuala Lumpur held its annual sports day for its secondary school. With this year’s theme, “We Unite through Sports”, it is hoped that students could experience the real power of teamwork and unity through their participation in the sports day.

We have only the right to use our physical bodies, but not to possess them. The length of our lives and the inevitable cycle of birth, old age, sickness, and death lie beyond our influence. However, we can enrich the value of our lives through the practice of selfless giving, and elevate our existence through the expression of love and compassion.

“Come do recycling, be healthy, be worry-free!” The air was filled with joy as everyone chanted the catchy and powerful slogan, celebrating the opening of the Tzu Chi recycling centre at the Selangor King George V Silver Jubilee Fund Care Centre.

A doctor with unwavering compassion, Dr. Tan Hooi Chien not only treats illnesses and alleviates her patients’ sufferings, but also listens to the Dharma and internalises the teachings. When confronted with an unexpected illness, she faced it with calmness and continues to lead a purposeful life.

Everyone harbours dreams and yearns to lead the life they desire. However, the harsh reality often diverges from our dreams. Stella Lee, aged 67, found herself trapped in a chaotic living environment that mirrored the turmoil within her own heart. In the process of decluttering her physical space, she discovered a newfound sense of ease and motivation to live her life well from now on.

Aunt Chiong, who lives alone in an orchard, faced the challenges of living without a toilet in her home. Recognising the inconvenience she endured, a dedicated team of Tzu Chi volunteers got together to construct a toilet for her.

“Besides saying thank you, I am at a loss for words. I am incredibly grateful to all of you,” Zarinah expressed with deep emotion as she gazed at the volunteers surrounding her and her family. She embraced volunteer Wong Pooi Wan while repeatedly expressing her gratitude amidst tears. In that moment, an indescribable mixture of gratitude and reluctance to part filled the air…

After a three-year hiatus, KL Tzu-Chi Jing Si Hall reverberated with the resumption of the Buddha Bathing Ceremony. The event saw the convergence of over 10,000 people on May 13 and 14, paying homage to the Buddha and offering blessings to the world.

Expressing our gratitude verbally or serving our parents a cup of tea are ways to show filial affection towards them. However, for Chong Sau Mun, he is uncertain if he will be able to perform these acts of filial piety every day...

Eid al-Fitr is an important festival for the Muslims, signifying the end of the fasting month of Ramadhan. Tzu Chi KL & Selangor held its inaugural Eid al-Fitr distribution event at KL Tzu-Chi Jing Si Hall to celebrate this joyous occasion with the Muslim care recipients.

She had to navigate the crowded bus, pushing the stroller with essential supplies and an oxygen cylinder while comforting her crying child, who felt uncomfortable due to the stuffiness and forcefully tilted his head backward, leaving her arm bruised and in pain. Only she knew the true extent of the hardship she endured in her efforts to save on transportation costs.

Material wealth alone cannot bring true fulfilment, only a positive mindset creates greater happiness and abundance. The Entrepreneurs’ Exchange and Learning Camp organised by Tzu Chi KL & Selangor enabled the busy entrepreneurs to settle their minds, embrace the present moment, reconnect with themselves and rethink their purpose in life.

He joined Tzu Chi in 1993, and in 2001, he decided to cease his business and donate his factory to Tzu Chi for the construction of the Malacca Jing Si Hall. His graceful exit from the business world reflects his attitude towards money. After retiring, he did not indulge in travelling or leisurely pursuits with his savings. Instead, he opted to utilise his funds for various international disaster relief efforts or public speaking engagements, reflecting the essence behind the topic of his speech that, “Knowing How to Earn Is a Novice, Knowing How to Spend Is a Master.”

On February 6, 2023, a devastating earthquake hit the southern region of Türkiye, close to the Syrian border, resulting in significant loss of life and extensive damage to buildings. Tzu Chi KL & Selangor responded quickly by launching a fundraising campaign to support the relief efforts. The volunteers went to various locations such as markets, shopping malls, schools, parks, recycling points, apartments, and even outside mosques to collect donations and gather support for the earthquake victims.

Four years into its operation, Tzu Chi International School Kuala Lumpur (TCISKL) was finally able to hold its inaugural formal Year-end Blessing Ceremony on February 14, 2023. Students from preschool, primary, and secondary levels participated in their designated sessions of the ceremony via livestreaming in their respective classrooms and the auditorium, accompanied by their teachers, Great Love Mothers, and volunteers from the Tzu-Cheng and Yi-Te Association.

No one would have thought that Stephanie Chew, who always appears eloquent, steady, calm, confident, and cheerful on stage, once fell into the whirlpool of depression, having suicidal thoughts.

Tzu Chi KL & Selangor held its Year-end Blessing Ceremonies on January 8 and February 12, 2023, to express gratitude to members of the public for their support towards Tzu Chi’s missions and welcome volunteers home for a reunion while receiving blessings from Master Cheng Yen.