(Minghui.org) Mr. Liao Wei-chen, the principal of the Huanlian Siwei High School in Taiwan, is regarded by many as an easygoing, father figure. However, 11 years ago, he was feared by both students and teachers alike. What made him change so much? I'll explain below.

Principal Liao Wei-chen of the Huanlian Siwei High School in Taiwan

Mr. Liao Recovers from Several Illnesses

Mr. Liao was suffering from many illnesses 11 years ago, including heart disease, digestive disorders, insomnia, and frequent colds. Although he had visited several allopathic doctors and tried traditional Chinese medicine, qigong, and meditation, his health had not improved at all. When he went to the Tongdetang Chinese Medical Clinic in Taipei, Dr. Hu suggested that he take up the practice of Falun Gong.

Mr. Liao's mind had been poisoned by the Chinese regime's lies about Falun Gong, so he wasn't very keen on taking the doctor's advice. However, since he was quickly running out of options, he decided to learn the practice by downloading the book, Zhuan Falun, and following the exercise videos online.

Within 45 days, almost all of his symptoms had disappeared. Since then, he has not taken any form of medication, whatsoever. The massive changes that he had undergone deeply impressed his wife. She wholeheartedly supports him in his practice and publicly praises Falun Gong.

Mr. Liao's character had also greatly improved. He strictly follows the principles of Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance in his daily life.

As Mr. Liao's Character Improved, So Did His Relationships

Mr. Liao had always been a stern father with a bad temper. Even his own child was afraid him, especially when he had misbehaved. At home, his boy always stayed as far away from him as possible.

Everyone at Mr. Liao's high school did their best to avoid running into him. But now, they all enjoy his company and pleasant demeanor.

When graduated students visit the school to see their former teachers, they're all surprised when they see Mr. Liao. “You've changed so much!” they exclaim, “You're completely different than before. You are now so easygoing!”

Mr. Liao makes a point of maintaining a high standard for himself and always thinks of others before himself. When others disagree with him on some point, he kindly listens and deals with them fairly. When instituting a new school policy, he always gives everyone ample time to adjust to the new rule or regulation.

“When facing conflicts, I always look inwards, instead of focusing on what others are doing,” he explained. “The less attached I am to personal gain, fame, and money, the more the students and teachers respect me.”

Establishing the Falun Gong Student Club

Falun Gong Student Club members practice the Dafa exercises.

Mr. Liao (first from left) and students demonstrate the Falun Gong exercises on stage during a school event.

Mr. Liao has served as the director of Student Affairs for the seventh time in a row. He established the Falun Gong Student Club, which meets during early morning hours.

Many teachers strongly support Falun Gong after witnessing the positive changes in the students who practice it. Some club members wrote down their cultivation experiences, which were later published in the school journal. They all noted that their relations with others had greatly improved after joining the club.

Seeing the massive changes that Mr. Liao had undergone, several teachers also joined the practice. About five years ago, a retired teacher asked Mr. Liao about Falun Gong and wound up purchasing the book, Zhuan Falun, right on the spot.

The teacher used to spend about $350 on medical bills each month. But shortly after reading the book and doing the exercises at the high school, he is now healthy and has not seen a doctor since.

On May 13, 2013, World Falun Dafa Day, Mr. Liao was appointed the principal of Huanlian Siwei High School. He said that this date held a great deal of significance for him.

He said that he is confident that more teachers and students will come to know the beauty of Falun Dafa.