In 1977, in an ordinary family in Hubei Province, Tai Lihua was born. Although parents are not financially well-off, they still do their best to provide a carefree environment for their children to grow up.
However, fate always likes to play tricks on people.
In 1979, Tai Lihua suddenly became seriously ill when she was only two years old, and her life was in danger. Although she eventually got her life back, however, her hearing was lost to her forever. The sudden blow put the whole family in a difficult situation, but they didn't give up.
In order to keep Tai Lihua from being out of touch with society, her family immediately sent her to a rehabilitation facility.
Tai Lihua first came into contact with her hearing loss companions in a rehabilitation facility, and she felt nervous at first, but soon let her guard down on them and began to learn from the teacher.
Here, Tai Lihua learned sign language and writing, and even said a few simple words by imitating mouth shapes.
Tai Lihua's progress is very gratifying to both teachers and parents. They wanted the smart girl to be exposed to more new things, so they invited her to a concert.
This experience completely changed the trajectory of Tai's life.
Off the stage, Tai Lihua felt the vibration of music for the first time. Although she couldn't hear the sound, the strong rhythm made her heart flutter. At that moment, a bold idea sprung up in her mind: she wanted to learn to sing and dance!
For a person who can't hear, this dream seems unattainable. But Tai Lihua's eyes flashed with determination. She knew the road would be difficult, but she was willing to give everything for it.
In this way, Tai Lihua at a young age cherished her dream of dancing. Every movement, every expression, she has to put in ten times or a hundred times more effort than ordinary people. Even so, she never had the idea of giving up.
In the silent world, Tai Lihua interprets the rhythm of life in her own way, blooming with unique brilliance.
As a deaf-mute Tai Lihua, her dance journey is full of hardships. Keeping up with the beat of the music is an almost impossible task due to inaudibleness. However, she chose the dumbest but most effective method – to form muscle memory by repeatedly mimicking the movements of others.
Every day, Tai Lihua will write with sweat in the practice room. Movements that the average person might be able to master in just a few minutes, but in her case, it takes hours of relentless practice.
Despite this, she never thought of giving up, and this perseverance deeply touched the teachers, who often tutored her for free after class, and in this way, after three years of unremitting efforts, Tai Lihua's dance level improved by leaps and bounds, and soon became the leader of the team.
In 1992, 15-year-old Tai Lihua ushered in her first important dance performance, and she performed "Dunhuang Painted Sculptures" with an elegant posture on the Italy stage. Her soft posture and perfect control of the rhythm of the music made it impossible to imagine that she was deaf and mute, and the foreign audience present was deeply moved by her talent and gave high marks.
This performance brought Tai Lihua to the fore and began to attract the attention of the dance world.
However, Tai Lihua was not complacent because of her initial success. Instead, she chose to continue to delve into her dance skills. After eight years of precipitation, in 2000, 23-year-old Tai Lihua once again appeared with a stunning attitude.
On stage in New York, she brought the breathtaking "Spirit of the Sparrow" This time, Tai Lihua's fame has reached a new level, and she has become a rising star in the dance world.
In 2002, at the age of 26, Tai Lihua was invited to join the China Disabled People's Art Troupe, which was an important turning point in her career as a professional dancer, marking the final recognition of her talent and hard work.
After Tai Lihua joined the art troupe, she was like transforming into a "desperate Sanniang", and in just two years, she traveled to 16 countries, 22 provinces and cities, and participated in 275 performances. Every time she takes the stage, Tai Lihua devotes herself to it and uses her dancing to tell her inner emotions.
Audiences are often so impressed by her performances that many can't even believe that it's a dancer who can't hear the music on stage.
Tai Lihua, an obscure rural girl, has finally become an internationally renowned dancer after a full decade of hard work. In the past ten years, she has paid far more sweat and tears than ordinary people imagine.
However, every time she stands on the stage and feels the applause and admiration of the audience, she feels that everything is worth it, her eyes sparkle with confidence, and her dancing reveals her infinite love for dance.
Lai Lihua's story tells us that as long as we have dreams in our hearts, no matter how big the difficulties are, we can't stop our way forward. She proves with her actions that disability is not a limitation, but a reason to make life more exciting.
At the closing ceremony of the 2004 Athens Paralympic Games, a disabled dance group made its debut with "Guanyin with a Thousand Hands", which immediately attracted widespread attention. Lead dancer Tai Lihua, 28 years old, she performs elegant dance postures and precise movements, making it impossible to believe that she is a dancer who can't hear music.
However, what really made Tai Lihua and "Guanyin with a Thousand Hands" famous in China was the Spring Festival Gala in 2005. That night, Tai Lihua stood in the center of the stage dressed as a dancer, surrounded by 21 dance partners, who were also deaf and mute.
When the music sounded, Tai Lihua began to dance, her every movement was like a flowing cloud, which perfectly matched the music, and the dancers' uniform movements, as if she was really incarnated as a thousand-armed Guanyin, which made the audience jaw-dropping.
Her expression was focused and engaged, her body feeling the vibrations of the floor, relying on muscle memory to grasp the rhythm. Although she can't hear the music, her dancing is not jerky, but full of agility and grace.
Every turn, every look, conveys silent power.
The audience was deeply shocked by the performance. Many people can't even believe that the people who dance smoothly on the stage are all disabled people. The applause poured in like a tidal wave and lasted for a long time.
At that moment, Tai Lihua felt an unprecedented sense of accomplishment, her eyes flashed with tears, but there was a happy smile on the corner of her mouth.
The Spring Festival Gala performance of "Guanyin with a Thousand Hands" changed Tai Lihua's life, which is a national concern and heated discussion. Tai Lihua went from an unknown dancer to a star overnight.
People were amazed by her talent and even more admired for her strong will to overcome physical obstacles.
However, what few people know is that this perfect performance in just a few minutes is actually the result of Tai Lihua's persistence and dedication for 29 years. From losing her hearing at the age of two to stunning the country at the age of 28, Tai Lihua used her life experience to explain what true perseverance is.
The success of "Guanyin with a Thousand Hands" not only belongs to Tai Lihua personally, but also to all disabled people. This work shows the world that people with disabilities can create amazing art with dreams and perseverance.
Tai Lihua and her dance partners have proved with their actions that the wonder of life does not lie in external perfection, but in inner strength and love.
This performance opened a new page in Tai Lihua's life. Her talent has been recognized by more people, and it has also brought more opportunities and challenges to her. But no matter what the future holds, that night that shines on the stage of the Spring Festival Gala will always be one of the most shining moments in Tai Lihua's life.
Tai Lihua's popularity not only made her successful in her career, but also attracted the attention of a billionaire Malaysia billionaire, who fell in love with Tai Lihua at first sight and launched an 8-year pursuit.
The tycoon was one of the biggest predators in the financial industry at the time, and in order to win Tai Lihua's heart, he would send expensive gifts almost every month, from luxury jewelry to luxury cars.
However, in the face of these luxurious gifts, Tai Lihua has always maintained a cold attitude and has not been tempted.
In Tai Lihua's opinion, those expensive gifts are not to her liking. She doesn't care how "Hao" the gift is, and pays more attention to the spiritual fit. Although the pursuit of the rich lasted for 8 years, Tai Lihua repeatedly rejected the opportunity to marry into a wealthy family.
In order to dispel the idea of this suitor, Tai Lihua solemnly reminded the other party that she would never get married in this life. This confuses many people, but Tai Lihua has her own plans in her heart.
Tai Lihua, as early as 1995, when Tai Lihua was 18 years old, she met her true son Li Chun. At that time, Tai Lihua had just graduated from university and came to Beijing for the first time to work hard. Due to her hearing impairment, she was in trouble at the entrance of the community.
Li Chun, the true genius, reached out in time to help Tai Lihua enter the community smoothly.
On the day of the acquaintance, Li Chun served as a tour guide and took Tai Lihua around the community for four or five hours. In this short time together, the two hearts gradually got closer. Li Chun's kindness and thoughtfulness deeply touched Tai Lihua, and Tai Lihua's strength and optimism also deeply attracted Li Chun.
In this way, Tai Lihua and Li Chun began an 8-year love run. In Tai Lihua's most difficult days, Li Chun has always silently supported her, giving her strength and courage. Even after Tai Lihua became famous, Li Chun still cared for her as a day.
Finally, in 2007, Tai Lihua and Li Chun tied the knot and became husband and wife. Soon after, they also welcomed a lovely baby, and a happy family of three was born.
Tai Lihua's choice tells us that sincere feelings are more valuable than money. She proved with her actions that only love, which is based on mutual understanding and support, can stand the test of time.
As she grew older and her family was established, Tai Lihua gradually withdrew from the spotlight of the stage. However, she did not rest on her laurels and devoted her passion and talents to the important field of philanthropy.
Full of enthusiasm for giving back to the society, Tai Lihua has made great efforts to create the "My Dream" Charity Foundation. The fund has a clear objective of providing assistance to the disadvantaged, with a particular focus on the public welfare of people with disabilities.
Tai Lihua is deeply embarrassed by the many difficulties faced by people with disabilities, and she hopes that through her continuous efforts, she will provide opportunities for more people with disabilities.
Tai's philanthropic work is not limited to words, and so far she has donated millions of yuan to impoverished areas in Sichuan, helping many people get out of trouble. In addition to financial assistance, she also pays for the return of out-of-school children to school.
She believes in the power of education and hopes to change the lives of children through knowledge.
She not only does charity alone, but also actively calls on friends in the industry to participate in public welfare undertakings. She often shares her philanthropic experiences to encourage more people to get involved in helping others.
Tai Lihua's kindness has touched countless people, and she was named "Moving China" Person of the Year in 2009, which is an affirmation of her silent efforts over the years. However, this honor did not stop her, but inspired her to work harder to devote herself to charity, hoping to help more people in need.
From stage superstar to charity messenger, Tai Lihua's story conveys the true meaning of success. The value of her life is not only reflected in her personal achievements, but also in the positive impact she can bring to others and society.
Tai's story also reminds us that no matter where we are, we all have the power to help others and make a difference in the world.