Jam Hsiao reveals childhood struggles with reading difficulty, being scolded for not distinguishing shampoo from body wash

Golden Melody Award winner Jam Hsiao has opened up about his lifelong struggle with reading difficulties, a condition he has dealt with since childhood. The Taiwanese singer shared a poignant anecdote during his appearance on the variety show "50 Kilometers Peach Blossom Dock 6," recounting how his inability to recognize text impacted even the simplest daily tasks.

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When people with reading difficulties see a large block of text, it's like a pattern.

Hsiao explained that when faced with large blocks of text, his perception was akin to seeing a "pattern." One of his most vivid childhood memories involves needing to ask his family for help distinguishing between shampoo and body wash bottles in the shower. This seemingly minor issue led to him being reprimanded by his family, who questioned why he couldn't simply "read the label."

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Are you an idiot? Can't you see for yourself?

"Are you an idiot? Can't you see for yourself?" Hsiao recalled being asked, a question that clearly still pains him. He expressed his frustration, stating, "But I... couldn't do it as a child, I couldn't read." His candid admission of past struggles and the emotional toll of not being understood resonated deeply with the show's audience, many of whom expressed heartfelt sympathy for his childhood experiences.

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But I... couldn't do it as a child, I couldn't read.