Ren: Dominoes - Happiness and Self-Worth Can’t Be Bought, It’s a Mindset

[@Colleen_OH]

Wow, Nav! I love how you grasped the concept of the song after only hearing the first couple of lines. You are very intelligent and empathetic, and your students are so lucky to have you as their teacher.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Honestly, it helps that this is a topic that is super close to my heart because I've seen so much suffering, particularly in schools, when dealing with the ideas of self-worth. Thank you so much for your kindness Colleen :) Much love

[@omerabdullah1270]

Yes you are an intelligent young man.. I wouldn't mind going to your classes at all.. ❤

[@omerabdullah1270]

I've requested ya to do coast contra.. Its completely up to ya.. The love n respect would never change my brother as you are not only a well read well spoken intelligent reactor but also a sweet and humble person. Stay well n all I want is your being more regular 😊 Select songs that havebars/are meaningful n need a breakdown.. Ya are doing brilliant with renology thu.. 😊

[@audivawalsh2983]

This is why I'm so impressed with Chinchilla. She had a terrible time on The Voice because of her stage fright and still she kept at it and look where she is now. A true role model for our youth.

[@SikBuni24]

A topic dear to my heart also. It was bad prior social media and it just spreaded faster with introduction of social media into everyone lives.

[@katherineolmstead8137]

It took me many years to look into the mirror and loudly remind myself that I DO NOT HAVE TO BE PERFECT NOR DOES ANYONE ELSE!!! Ren, really hits the old nail on the head. It is not just the media anymore, we the people now push this same BS on the rest of us!

[@TobiiRheaStarr]

Great, first reaction of the night and I’m crying 😢 that was beautiful. I love and hate this song equally because like you I get angry at how society/media etc try to condition people to look and there are millions of boys/girls/men/women and anybody in between/neither that feel this way. I hate the way I look. I had 6 kids relatively young, went through heroin addiction and abused other drugs and binge drank for years, I used to self harm, I have anxiety and went through years of depression. I’m now 41 and for the most part I just make myself get on with it and try not to think about it but deep down I hate how I look. But in regards to others I always try to teach my kids that it doesn’t matter what someone looks like/how they dress/what gender they are/or whatever else the important thing is how they treat you and others around you. I don’t care what people look like and I always try to bring people up when I see things like “I’m not summer body ready” - it’s summer, you have a body, you are summer body ready. But again like you, I can’t take that advice myself. Anyway I’m waffling and probably not making sense anyway so il leave it at that. Thanks for. Great reaction and I’m now gonna crack on with more 🖤🖤

[@blakemckean3901]

Just like Jenny’s tale. Took you all but 30 seconds. Astounding.

[@skyegeorge4607]

Love it! This is why you’re always the first reactor I go to. Not many can pick up the subtext of REN’s lyrics so quickly and with such depth AND leave it on such a positive inclusive message even (or especially) when the topics are so hard hitting. Keep doing what you’re doing!

[@francesdoll4039]

Also that adolescents are the most vulnerable due to development and hormonal changes Media takes advantage of that vulnerability. Horrible side effect of the Money Game. Ren rocks. Great reaction.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

This is the absolute truth. The fact that media takes advantage of that and uses it as ammunition or fuel for growth is absolutely disgusting. Much love

[@philsilverthorn]

This is one of those tracks that is less about hidden meaniings and personal interpretation and more about Ren just speaking his truth. I love this side of Ren. Lack of empathy hurts people on both sides of the equation and feeds into a growing issue of depression as it robs us of those connections that deep down we need. Even while we attach ourselves to all the wrong goals and values we feel that disconnect in ourselves and it drags us down. Hopefully this song will help some people to see the fakeness in what we are being sold and to reconnect to each other.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

I definitely agree with you. The song is meant to speak to the soul and it does that in spades. I think this kind of music is a necessity in the world to combat exactly what Ren is talking about in this track. A masterpiece in a time where it is truly needed. Much love, Phil

[@TheSmhu]

I know you sort of said it in the video, but I'm going to tell you anyway. Cause you are beautiful! I don't know you, but by listening to the way you speak about anything, I know you are a good person. Like you said beauty comes from the inside. And that is a known fact we are all born with, we all know it deep, deep inside. It just gets overshadowed by the capitalism, and that goes for other self-feelings as well. Like insecurities, any negative feeling feeds the market, as it tricks us into believing that buying stuff will make us feel better.... And another thing I believe that when we judge others, it is often based on what we don't like about ourself, which again comes from the capitalism, social media etc... I'm getting sidetrecked here... Anyway thank for your reaction! The way you interpreted the lyrics boosted my own self-image and self-confidence and thus also my self-respect, I needed that, thank you! Love from Norway!

[@kiallanness833]

Thank you for covering this one. I asked and you delivered with an intelligent and heartfelt breakdown. Thank you.

[@kiallanness833]

dm me if you have the time i would love to talk to you.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

You're very welcome :) It was a great song and I'm glad I had the opportunity to listen to it. Also, I'm not sure if there's actually one to one messaging in KZbin, but you can always email me at [e-mail]. Much love!

[@petergale7204]

Ren is a beaut and so are you, my favourite reactor by a million miles. I think on your last reaction video i commented that the reaction community is in danger of over saturation and consumption of Ren but my stance has changed, I think that you may as well be a part of the journey, pretty sure that all of your subscribers wait with baited breath for your reactions, you may not have tens of thousands of us but those of us here in this community sure as hell appreciate your interpretations of songs far more than on those more popular channels. I can feel that you are genuinely emotionally involved in your reactions and I/we wouldn't want it/you any other way. Incredible song and topic once again. On a side note, what reason could you think of that Ren hasn't gained momentum here in the UK, North America seems to have taken him to their hearts but very much a slow burner here🤔

[@francesdoll4039]

Really???!! Is there more resistance there to expressing feelings and talking about mental health issues?

[@petergale7204]

There most certainly is, it will improve with the younger generations though hopefully.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Thank you Peter :) Having the support of people like yourself is unmatched. I wouldn't give this community up for a million subs because you're all a part of this journey. In regards to the UK, I think you guys hit the nail on the head. I'm not super super familiar with the psychosphere of the UK, but I would imagine from what I've seen mental health, therapy, all of those kinds of topics including emotionality doesn't seem to be as much on the forefront. I also wonder if to some extent it's an algorithm based problem where he isn't being recommended as much for whatever reason. I think over time he'll bubble to the surface, but I'm glad it's already started here in NA. Much love

[@laynestj]

Your remarks are insightful, smart, and very generous. I suspect that you're a wonderful teacher!

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Thanks so much :) I try my best to be do teaching justice :P It's working out pretty well so far. Much love

[@frankensteinfpv]

Man I love your reacts! You give us more to Ren than we would normally get! I showed my wife a Ren song and she thought it was cool. But then I showed her your reaction/explanation to it and she got what it was about. It really helped her finally connect to the things that go on in my head. So thank you and keep uo the great content bro 👌🤌👏🔥❤️

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Brother I don't even know what to say. Thank you so much, first and foremost. I'm so glad that the breakdowns have been able to help with connecting to the music, and honestly, this journey wouldn't be the same without you and the rest of the community so thank you as well

[@xxTheMouseThatRoaredxx]

Same with my husband. He had seen Hi Ren but I played this reaction to him and he finally GOT it. I deal with CPTSD and the way he explains the different insights from each line in Hi Ren and other Ren videos, etc

[@FrugalShave]

Love this song.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Me too. This was an amazing song. Probably in my top 3 of Ren. Much love

[@Anderson99nhl]

I really enjoy your reactions to Ren. Definitely the deepest and most intelligent reactions I've seen. And I watched a lot of them the last 3 weeks. Same home run here - very honest and thoughtful. Even though we never talked , I can only imagine what a great example of a teacher you probably are and that we need more people like you.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Well we may never have talked in person, but the magic of starting this channel is being able to talk with so many people who I would never have had the opportunity to, like yourself :) And it's been an absolute pleasure. Thank you so much for the support. Without people like you this journey wouldn't be the same. Much love :)

[@alexiaspaedt-mcintosh5311]

So beautifully put! Great reaction. Ren is a special guy to bring these songs to us that really touch our souls!

[@shadowaeternum2690]

He really is, and it's so much content that we just need to see because there's so many issues he brings to light that are important. Much love :)

[@MissMaria1969]

Awesome reaction love god bless you and thank you ❤❤

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Thanks so much

[@IanElkins]

I’ve been desperate for you to do this one. It’s sooo good. Completely changed how I think just a shame it’s 40 yrs too late. I wish all kids could hear or see this but they probably won’t fully get it at that age. It’s so powerful. Apart from the wrong spelling of Dominoes glaring at my ocd this was a great reaction. I’ve a friend who was just like the girl in this story. She’s so weak now from years of anorexia just a slight fall and her hip snaps. She’s just spent 40 grand getting her teeth “perfect” with implants it’s insane but she feels she’s ugly and not able to smile as her teeth were not “perfect” so so sad and she really is beautiful inside and out but her mind is trained and tells her the opposite and likely she will never feel beautiful ever again 😢

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Oh no.... I checked the thumbnail, checked the title of the video and was like surely, SURELY, I didn't do it in the video itself... And now I sit here staring at it in saddened disbelief. Haha. Sorry about that :P It's absolutely terrible how our minds have been warped to perceive ourselves. It breaks my heart when people get surgery, go on insane diets, starve themselves, etc. Don't get me wrong, if you're trying to change your health for the better or change your appearance for yourself in a healthy way, then I'm all for it, but many people do it because they feel like they need to, which they shouldn't. I hope that your friend is okay. Tell her that myself (and I'm sure others in the community) think that she's beautiful. Much love Fire

[@chrisseiler42]

@@shadowaeternum2690 When I was in high school I looked up patience and patients so I would for sure choose the right one for my paper. I think I was so focused on not getting it wrong that I got it wrong!😂 Love your Ren reactions. I’m not one to notice misspellings : )

[@sallymclachlan3005]

I am so pleased you didn't change the spelling of Dominoes........I hadn't noticed it and in the words of yourself and Ren it doesn't have to be perfect

[@pxyfox2000]

I think your beautiful! I’m learning how to gauge someone’s beauty on their soul. It’s quite disorienting at first because it’s something that changed in me quite unintentionally and unexpectedly. But it has allowed me to adopt a unity consciousness. It allows me to feel a connection to people that I never would have allowed myself to feel a connection to because of the biases of physicality and has also allowed me to protect myself from people who had hidden intentions to harm or impose upon me. I believe this forgotten instinct is appropriate as we move into the future as it is the a necessary tool for us as the energy in this planet shifts and our consciousness evolves.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

So are you Pxy :)

[@davideastham]

Ren with another conversation starter of a song. I love it. So sad but true, once again he nailed it. What you said during and after the video, was very powerful as well. I would have loved to you you as my teacher when I was growing up. Glad I found your channel a few weeks ago and subscribed.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Thank you so much. Honestly I hold this stuff really close to my heart so it's easy to get lost in the emotion, but I'm glad that it carried through well enough. I would love to have had you as a student! I'm grateful that we get the chance to meet now, though. Much love

[@blackberrystag]

I bet you're a great teacher.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

I try to be :P I really appreciate it :) Much love

[@belinda35]

Wonderful reaction!❤

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Thanks so much Belinda :)

[@tinymusikcodottv-Musikverse99]

Wow you hear the little noises in the background. good ears!!

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Thank you!! It helps that I have the volume blasted because Ren is amazing :P Much love

[@tinymusikcodottv-Musikverse99]

@@shadowaeternum2690 ah, trith HAhahah WARNING. DONT FCK YOUR EARS UP.!!

[@matjaz76]

The people / children you teach are so lucky. You are an intelligent and caring human, so thank you for spreading this to all of us in the youtube community. ❤

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Thank you so much Massimo. I truly cannot express how much I appreciate that. You definitely don't have to thank me, but by the same token I'd like to thank you. People like you and the rest of the community have shown so much love and support, comradery and kindness, and it has been a driving force behind wanting to keep making videos. Love all the love out here. Much love

[@matjaz76]

@@shadowaeternum2690 Oh man, your answer just proves my point, so thank you again!

[@Julia-ov7zy]

Another on point reaction! You are amazing ❤

[@shadowaeternum2690]

You're pretty fantastic yourself

[@Silkytoaster]

Great review . It’s a another Ren Gem and you did it justice with your analysis and comments. You and Ren are very similar in your outlooks and compassion. I wish I had had someone like you as a teacher when I was a kid 50 yrs ago.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

I think that's one of the big things that has drawn me to Ren. I feel like even if we don't necessarily have the same experiences we have a lot of the same perspectives, which is why I connect to him so much. I would have loved to have had you in my class if I was teaching then :) Much love Mayanna

[@MissMeKate]

Your students are very lucky to have you as a guiding light in a world that can be dark at times.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Thanks so much Kate. I really appreciate that :) Much love

[@omerabdullah1270]

.. Ya made us wait a lot.. .. ❤.. Much love bro..

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Yeah it's definitely been a little crazy busy on my end, which is why this took a little longer to get out. I'm going to try to keep it more regular with Fridays every week, and then some extra vids every now and then if I can pepper them in. Much love Omer

[@omerabdullah1270]

@@shadowaeternum2690 cheers brother.. Its jus your being so intelligent n humble that make me request ya thu I know ya mus be busy like we all are. It's jus that you have become my no 1 reactor that would make request ya for more reactions more often. There must be (and there are) a few wise reactors but your way of breaking down is sweet, understandable and ever so polite. I mean it. Take care stay well.. God bless ya brother.. I hope ya get 15 mins (approx) out of your busy routine.. 😁😊

[@omerabdullah1270]

@@shadowaeternum2690 do ya mind telling me/us what ya teach and at wat level.. N if u don't mind sharing your qualification please.. I'm jus curious plus I want to know all about my no 1 reactor on KZbin.. 😋😁 Much love n respect brother.. ❤️

[@bonanuz]

Love you

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Love you too

[@francesdoll4039]

One of my favorites! Hi !

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Mine, too! I didn't expect the direction it went in but man it cut deep in the right way. Much love

[@ethantodd4400]

Your breakdowns are second to none brother... Keep up the good, honest reactions... ✊🏽

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Thank you so much

[@musochickburns8212]

💕💕💕💕💕

[@GregDaniel78]

I'm not entirely sure, but I think the sound at the start is typing, like a blog entry being written. The story he tells and even the voice of the narrator sound like someone very much faced by those insurmountable pressures of being a "domino" in this system. Getting those thoughts straight.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

I really like that idea. I think you're right, it's like his message to the world the way he would sit down and write out a blog post, which is one of the big ways beauty companies market their products. Great point and much love!

[@dlmoRAGEgaming]

One that gets me is the contradiction of so called beauticians. They make money off making women feel they need certain treatments and looks to be beautiful.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

I 100% agree, and the worst part is they're already so beautiful but the societal pressures and messages just warp our understanding of reality. Much love

[@pirada74]

❤❤

[@shadowaeternum2690]

[@sigrid129]

If or When you’re looking for another artist, may I suggest Aurora an Norwegian singer/songwriter. Start with “ It happened quiet” live at vivo. Here in Scandinavia we just loooooove deeply depressing topics expressed in a beautiful way

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Haha I'm with you guys in enjoying darker topics being expressed in beautiful ways :P I've added Aurora, It happened at night to the list of songs for me to get to. It's probably going to take a little while but hopefully the wait will only improve the payoff! Much love

[@gemineyethebaker]

I swear every video you put out is an absolute banger. Another beautiful break down of another beautiful song Shadow. Keep it up brother! No joke I could watch a 12 hour stream of you doing this 😂 I have something I want you to listen to… I maaay have made a Pt. 2 to Lessons. Is there somewhere I can send it to ya?

[@gemineyethebaker]

There it is again, “Ren, Ren, Ren” 😂 I’m telling you, I say this with every one of his songs

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Man Gem thanks so much for the support

[@gemineyethebaker]

@@shadowaeternum2690 I actually decided to post it! I wasn’t going to because I thought it was too personal but I decided I’ve been very transparent with my music so far so why stop now. And let me know if you ever do, I’d be there! kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6OXnJl7ec5ogdE

[@GefahrenHorst23]

How are u so good at analyising Rens songs? If you want something very political, i can recommend Rens "Crucify Your Culture"

[@shadowaeternum2690]

I think it helps that I feel like Ren and I are very much birds of a feather in our outlooks. Someone had also mentioned that before and I think that really helps. Regardless, thank you for the compliment! :) I definitely have that on the list and should be able to get to it soon :) Looking forward to that one because I've heard a lot of people say how awesome it is! Much love

[@adam.4487]

How did you know more about the end of this before hearing it. Is this your first time hearing it? If so then you are a physic.

[@ranahooke1907]

Great reaction! Do you take requests via donation? There’s an artist I’d love you to check out.

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Thank you Rana! I haven't thought about doing that yet, but I've seen a lot of reactors doing that and so I might make that a thing. For now, if you'd like to request something I can add it to a list of growing recommendations, and then once I can get to it I will. I might try out a donation system like that if people really really want to see a song, I just haven't ever really thought about it for the channel until now. Much love Rana :)

[@pamala2112]

Was it by design that the Google Form allows you to vote an unlimited number of times or was it supposed to be one vote per person? 🗳🗳🗳🗳 p.s. It's a beautiful colorful form!

[@shadowaeternum2690]

Well you're absolutely right. I had to change that this morning haha. It's now a one submission only, but it makes you give an email I think which makes sense but might make people less likely to vote :P Also thank you! Red and black are like my go to colours so anytime I can include them or a variation on them I'm over the moon :P Much love Pam!

[@pamala2112]

@@shadowaeternum2690 Works perfectly now . . . and my eyes got happy again (edit) Also, your email is required but it states that it's not actually shared so no worries

[@omerabdullah1270]

You have to be regular mate.. I/we need intelligent reactors like ya..

[@shadowaeternum2690]

I'm definitely trying to be :P Since I teach it's hard because time can be so short. Somethings coming today though ;) Much love Omer!

[@omerabdullah1270]

@@shadowaeternum2690 thank ya for your reply.. Yes, take your time.. Thu do squeeze out some time.. Much love to ya too brother.. Stay well

[@nikint1]

You said, "... It ruins our perception of other people..." I think this is a deeply soul damaging aspect of beauty culture that is rarely mentioned. Even our ideas about "cures" for insecurities are narcissistic, telling us to learn to feel better About Oneself, ignoring how we are trained to feel about others.