Every public building has Exit signs and In Case of Fire Take Stairs" signs, we need a campaign to force hospitals to have "Test Me For Lyme Disease" signs in emergency rooms, clinics etc. Ren you were chosen for this moment in time. Be blessed.

Look how far you have come. You are an amazing human being Ren. Not just physically, mentally and emotionally have you travelled, but on your inner powerful heart-soul connection journey too. I hope for a day everyone can get this type of holistic care and begin to fully understand and embrace that journey. You are allowing yourself to full embrace “becoming”. You are more whole now at this stage in your life. Maybe you will always compartmentalise some parts of your life, but that will be through choice rather than protection and distancing of the pain, sacrifice and hurt. I always with all my heart wish you well and wish you the ability to shine to your fullest glory in the world, whatever that looks like for you.

Thank you for helping. Just about everyone with chronic health issues would gladly become a guinea pig if it meant getting better results. Hopefully, by you being a voice for us all with your platform, you will make it harder for the healthcare systems to ignore us. ❤

Ren Don’t apologize for caring about other people as well as for yourself You’ve been strong It’s okay to feel those strong emotions Love you Ren

My health hero. Thanks for shining a light on your trials and being such a strong advocate. Much love, brother.

Brother, never apologise for these rants. For those of us who are also years into bed-bound pain with no relief and no answers, voices like yours are a beacon of hope that they'll figure it out, sometime. Keep ranting, keep highlighting, keep pushing, Ren. And thank you. 🙂

I don't believe the Dr's care about people with autoimmune disorder, which causes severe depression. I'm just so overwhelmed by not being listened to. We need more people like you. This disorder separates you from the living. I Don't have any humans to express how this affects me, living in relentless isolation. You do make me feel much better, just by hearing the strength within you.... I'm forever in debt to your priceless advice❤ Thank you Ren....

The last year and a half since you made this have been a journey for sure. And for you, much much longer. Thank you for sharing. You've helped others immensely with your words, music and kindness and we thank you for it. Love always from the #Renegades

Hope you're feeling better these days. I'm a new Renegade and OBSESSED. Hi Ren was so impactful. I'm sorry you've had to suffer so much to put out such AMAZING music but we appreciate it.

You have a gift, not just as a musician, but as a storyteller. And this is a story that needs to be told … for the countless people who continue to fall through the cracks. I’m sure it’s not easy looking back through your journey, but it’s an inspiration and a ray of hope and light to so many! I’m just glad you found treatments that have allowed you to live your life and share your art! I pray your journey of healing continues and that you can fully enjoy each and every day. We love you 💛

Never been through serious physical illness but i can relate to your anger towards the system, it's fucking messed up how many people fall through the cracks and just disappear. However i can also relate to the happiness of it finally working and seeing the "good side" of it all. We're so grateful for you, Ren. Beyond grateful. I'm sorry it took so shit for people to finally see what was going on. You're probably (100%) the most inspiring and motivating person I've ever known. We love you

You have brought me so much joy with your music since I discovered you 18 months ago. It's quite difficult to watch this reminder of how bad things were for you, not all that long ago. I'm an old guy, and still haven't faced the challenges to my health that you have. No one should have to deal with these conditions. I'm in awe of your strength, and of your commitment to educate the general public about what life is like for those who face these challenges. Thanks for what you do.

Imagine walking past ren thinking he's just some homeless guy when he's a big and amazing artist and storyteller

❤❤❤ I hope your health continues to get better and better. You are shining a flood light on the lack of care for the chronically ill. Big up to you!

Sending healing to Ren and all who needs it. ❤✌🏼🙏🏼

Oh, yeah! The NHS is sooo fucked up... I left my GP's office 4 hours ago and for a good 15 minutes I couldn't calm down and stop crying. After 5 years of living in constant pain, I was told that I would have to wait another 5 or so for an operation that could help me 😪 The fact that you have been fighting for 11 years is simply woow 🤯 I don't know how you manage it all (mentally and physically), but I sincerely admire you! And besides, respect for the music you create! Never give up and keep moving forward, you're a great guy! 💪❤

Hi Ren(hehe) I am a new fan who just discovered your music a couple of weeks ago and I have absolutely fallen in love with, not only your incredible musical talent, but also the way you have taken your struggles and the things that are fucked up about our system and turned them into something amazing to listen to and watch. As a disabled person and someone who struggles with complex mental illness, I can so deeply relate to feel trapped in your body and like your mind is attacking you, and I can definitely relate to the way the medical and mental health system has and is failing people. Thank you for sharing your story so openly and allowing yourself to be so vulnerable. It makes me feel less alone in the world. ❤

Hoping that this means Canada is sorting out your health. I really appreciate all that you are doing for people like me with a chronic pain illness. If you wanted to make a difference in this world, I assure you, you are making it for a lot of us! ❤

One day we will all get help...hopefully very soon 🥺 Your voice is generating so much needed awareness, for all of us who are sick 💙🦓 Thank you Ren

So glad you’ve found a path and hope it holds true for you. You’re advocating for many now. That’s a blessing and really how the world should work. I recall a doctor telling us “you have to be your own advocate”. I was so sad and angry. How, when I knew nothing? Maybe the world now, with all it’s social media connections, will move that forward. It’s easier than it was then, even if not perfect. Blessings to you and to everyone fighting the good fight. PS - Haven’t been able to drink Evian since Reality Bites. 🤣

2 years and look at everything that has changed for you. Amazing Mate. Keep it up

I know your struggle. As a woman with Autoimmune, Autoinflammatory, Rare & Chronic diseases half the battle is getting someone to take you seriously! That said, having a positive attitude is half of the battle & being held up by loving family and friends makes all the difference. So proud of you 🎉🇬🇧👍

You have my total respect and admiration for being so honest, vulnerable and brave, thank you Ren ❤

Cheers Ren . The same questions came to me when my health journey began 22 years ago with a probable tick bite, treated as malaria, and multiple similar conditions ever since. The same questions are still being raised by people like you, me, and millions of others. Lets hope we can teach a new generation to make thing's better for all of us. Until then, I'll listen, learn & lean into your music & storytelling, just like the huge multi-cultural world of wonderful dedicated fans you already have and that are, still arriving. Let's all have a new hope 💙🦋💙

I hope REN knows how much he’s loved, and held in high esteem for being so positive in the face of such shit. You’re a star Rrn, love n hugs from Annie, in Cornwall, UK🙂🌸💞

You made this video 2 years ago championing for people with chronic illness. To this day, you are still a huge advocate for them, bringing so much awareness with your Troubles track. I want to thank you personally for also advocating for those of us suffering from mental health issues and depression. I’m serious as can be when I say that my depression levels have actually gone down since I started listening to your music. If you can be broken and beat and come out stronger on the other side, why can’t I as well? I AM people that know you as hope. You ARE the voice I hear when I loosen the noose on the rope!

A voice for the voiceless. 🙏

"No one took the time to look at the whole picture" -- a concise indictment of what's wrong with medicine worldwide. The healthcare systems don't look at the whole person but at symptoms and organs and through the lens of specialties. I'm so glad to know you're getting somewhere with your health, and sad for all you've missed in those years. But incredible music has emerged despite it all. Wishing you wellness and art and vibrant life!

It’s so strange to think in these clips you hadn’t released Hi Ren yet and all of the things that followed on from that and now you are coming to the end of your time in Calgary and moving into a new chapter. Thank you Ren for always trying to shine the light on the situations of those struggling in the darkness 💜

Sounds like the UK needs a 'war council' of several doctors focused on diagnosis of chronic health issues. Specialism and pill pushing has clearly failed.

I’m a veterinarian in North Carolina, and I couldn’t agree more. I’ve long said that my pets get better medical care than I do, and I’ll die on that hill. Hell, we test dogs for Lyme disease every year because of the prevalence in our area. The test is around $50. Can you imagine the anarchy from insurance companies if we tried to get the same for humans? Regardless, I am so sorry the medical system failed you so spectacularly, Ren. Thank you for sharing your story. It’s given me hope for better times. All my best- Olivia

Oh Ren, you’re such an inspiration to me. I’m feeling so bad at the moment, so low, but you give me hope. But then seriously the NHS needs to be accountable surely! You should get an apology at the very least. I think if I was you I would probably be very tempted to sue them. I’m just so thankful that we get to see your gifts and talents shining through. God bless mate. I pray you see a full recovery and the strength to keep giving us your epic music. ❤❤❤

Thank you for sharing Ren. It’s important for people to see and helps them understand a little bit of what those of us with chronic illnesses have to go through. It truly sucks. I’m so relieved and happy for you that your health is at last going in the right direction. It gives those of us who are still in the dark that glimmer of light and hope. Thank you for your incredible music. You are an inspiration to many. Keep being you. 🥰🥰

All the love in the world to you Ren 💜 my 21yr old son has a very rare Epilepsy condition and we bounced from doctor to doctor in the Uk, eventually we found our shining light, a specialist neurologist who looked at all his issues and gave us our diagnosis, having this diagnosis meant we could try medical Cannabis oil which is only legally prescribed to a very few people in the UK and it has helped him greatly! You look so much healthier now and honestly your music has been my shining light on many a dark day and i appreciate you for sharing your journey 💜

It’s inspiring to see this journey you have been on and heartbreaking that you had to go through it. So proud of all you’re doing!

I reiterate once again how sorry I am that you fell down the chasm that is medical care. I’ve learned that we have to advocate for ourselves because Drs don’t take the time with… neither do they ‘hear’ us. It’s a true blessing when we find that one that does. You weren’t just lucky, Ren. You were blessed.

It's frustrating and heartbreaking to know people don't have the support or money to overcome their illness. Remember this Ren. When you become internationally recognizable...remember this. You've been given a divine blessing to share your gifts to those who will be less fortunate than yourself. Life may get busy at times when you're infamous but please don't ever forget where you've come from and what you've gone through. Sending love, light, blessings and support. ❤

You are an amazingly strong human being Ren. So down to earth xx

Dude…… your music is part of your struggle every little bit of you makes you… your struggle, your fight, your humanity, your love, your emotional intelligence, your creativity, your passions it’s all parts of you… that’s your power, that’s your special like Billy holiday like all the greates turning your pain into something beautiful and leading the way… it definitely isn’t fair and your not the only one but you chose to follow your heart you chose to follow that spark that makes you feel alive and their lies the rarity the special the inspiration!

Also, Ren wouldn't be the awesome Ren you are, if the sick and the art were separate, I think. Cruel. I'm counting on the day(please, God, soon, amen)...when your art and your restoration are the song and conversation. For now? Your suffering is a voice crying in a wilderness for others suffering the same madness of apathy from Healthcare to misdiagnosed...you have and continue to garner interest. It's a mission you may not have signed up for, but here it is. Me, and so many fans of Ren are glad you are Ren. Our lives are richer with you here. Godspeed, little brother. 🧡🙏🏼

The tears, all I can think is wtf! How can all this systems be so messed up. How are people dieing alone in their beds. Feeling like they have no one. I will forever be grateful that you got the help you need. You have the voice and the ability to get the word out. To hopefully open the path to way a system should be. Your effect is spreading. Many of us are trying and doing what we can to change things. Thank you doesn’t really seem like enough. I’m sorry you missed your 20’s. I’m sorry you missed your first love and just being care free with them.

spot on. We need a caring medical system, not a money-orientated and time-restricted one. Im on the same ride. It hurts... It really hurts. both physically and emotionally. You said you always felt like you was here for a purpose. Part of that is what you are doing now. shining a bright light for the rest of us who are stuck in this pain. You are the face of positive change we have needed for a long time and belive me when I say. You have helped so many of us. It takes a lot to type as you know when in this kind of pain and sickness. I felt it important to use the energy to type this. that is how important to me your vid's and music is and has been. not only is it so well written and performed. but it is so real and raw at the same time. straight facts and reality. Thank you Ren.

I'm so grateful for the attention he's bringing to this. And the number of times I've heard him say where he'd be if it wasn't for the funding support that came from his music & his community. Because for tens or hundreds of thousands of us, that's the reality

My shoulders are not the strongest, But would carry you as far as I could to help ! And I think there are a lot of us. Difficult to show you the love , you so generously share with so many ! What you are doing will reach billions ! I am sure !! All the love son !

Ahh- the joys of medications. I was prescribed so much that I could take them without a chaser. just swallow - the solid large ones … have to cut those in half. Cheers to you boy boy.. keep up the hard work.. you are making a positive impact!

Ren, thank you for being such an inspiration, who also happens to make the best music ever. You're not just my favorite musician. You're my favorite human ❤

Thank you Ren for just being you, your an absolute 🌟

Little did you know how important your determination to fight this beast would be.. RIGHT HERE.. RIGHT NOW.. your meaning is LIFE & giving HOPE to the voiceless who are stuck in the darkness ❤🤗 thank you Ren for being brave.. Your life is so treasured by soo many 🤘✌️

He's so talented also when he describes his "take away" pills and a bottle of water...so expressive poetic and ironic. I love everything coming from this fu...ng genius!❤❤❤

I love this so much. I dealt with mysterious health issues across my entire 20's and finally got a diagnosis this year at 34. I intentionally chose bougie health insurance to give myself the best chance at getting a diagnosis, and it still took 2 GP's that believed me, an army of specialists, and 4 1/2 years. All to diagnose me with Rheumatoid Arthritis. You don't know how awesome it is to have someone in the public eye that understands chronic illness and shares their story. Thank you for everything and keep being a warrior, Ren.

Hi, Beautiful Human, love you to Bits for all that you are giving the world. We all appreciate all that you do, you are our HERO. Stay safe Precious boy. This 84 year old lady absolutely adores you ❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️

Please don't apologize for becoming emotional about how much you've lost and how many things you've missed. You've been through Hell . You are giving hope to so many.You deserve to allow yourself to become emotional. Lots of love from Missouri!

As a mom, it’s so hard to watch your kids in pain and not know how to help them. I’m so glad you’re finally getting the help that you need and I hope it is giving others strength to push on and find their wellness. My daughters still deal with multiple chronic illnesses and doctors are never really sure how to treat them, but I am hopeful that they will indeed find something that works for them to stay healthy. Thanks for all that you do for others🥰

I feel so proud of you my dude. I remember seeing your early videos and then exploding because of the busking, and I can't think of a more deserving person to have the spotlight.

Don’t doubt for one second Ren, the immense & profound difference, for the better, that you are making to the lives of so many, myself very much included. I’m continuing to fight my own autoimmune diseases & the Medical fraternity on the back of the strength & inspiration you have given me. You are a beacon of light in a dim world & your music, art, storytelling & ridiculous talents turn that beacon into a blinding light of hope ❤❤❤

The color of the bottle has always been my favorite. Periwinkle, I think. I'd talk about the rest but I'll just keep it at, love you Ren.

You care for yourself. You are a treasure. Two friends of mine were recently tested for lyme disease after showing unusual symptoms. Positive. They are checking now. YOU did that, Ren. Check the stress; you can't answer everyone's questions and you need to rest. Thank you for starting your own channel where you can fill us in on your progress WHEN you have the energy. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

What a difference a year makes. Your strength is a force to be reckoned with. All love ✌🖤❤

I am really sorry for all your suffering. Sad that our medical care for chronically ill patients is so shoddy and expensive . Not just in the UK but here in the US as well. It breaks my heart seeing so many people suffering and many poor people left to suffer and die because they can’t afford medical care. Seeing the older videos of you breaks my heart for your suffering and makes me thankful that you found a way towards healing. ❤❤

REN!!! Its a freaking mess!!! You have no idea the warrior you have been and will continue to be.. We grieve our own lives while we are still alive... if that ain't a brain F Idk what is.. keep on keepin on dude!!!! Appreciate you

8 years of going back and to to the doctors & hospital, for them to finally decide I have auto immune disease… and what treatment do they offer? There’s quite a few, none of them offer any relief and just make you worse, At some point I heard sick boi and really connected, been a massive fan ever since, your music brings relief, release, mental healing, positivity and just helps us all feel better knowing we’re not on our own, you put not just yours but our feelings as a collective into words and songs, you turn your and our pain into something beautiful, and we’re all so fucking thankful man! Love you REN ❤

Thank you for sharing all of this. Thank you for making all of this visible for those of us who aren't seen by the system or society. It means so much.

I also have M.E, but these days I can manage it if I pace myself, so I consider myself so lucky. I watched "unrest" years ago and it pulled me through when I was really struggling. It's an illness that not only is misunderstood, but comes with so much stigma attached to it. Family members even thought I was just being lazy at first, until they saw me screaming in pain, begging them to make it go away and not having any answers. I believe mine was caused by prolonged trauma/ptsd, my body just couldn't take it. I tried to get re-referred to the M.E clinic a few years ago, to be told they won't see me because they don't know how to help me. The strength and determination you have is so inspiring to me and so many others. Thank you ❤

Hard relate 😖 Just been told to take 3 different types of antidepressants at the same time...I'm not depressed, I have M.E and need help 😖 I'm 34 and housebound, it's f£%&*d. Thanks for all you do Ren 💜

We are blessed to have someone like Ren. Thank you.

Ren ur strength has been a light in the darkness for a lot of ppl including myself. God bless and thank you ❤🙏🙏

Love the shirt mate, I live a couple hours south of Chicago. I moved to Illinois a couple years ago hoping I'd get some help as well for my Lupus and Vasculitis but the doctors give me the same mantra as you were talking about in the video. I started getting seizures now, and they just threw more pills at me and doubted it was seizures, they didn't even run any tests. Their emergency rooms are the same, they just dismiss you and send you home to suffer. I totally agree with you that the medical industry doesn't know what to do with us chronically Ill people. Feels like the only choice to do is keep searching while greatly suffering unfortunately. I wish you all the best in your continuing journey of wellness Ren, your music gives me hope and the drive to keep going.

This is timely. Thank you, Ren. I’m trying to stay alive. Cheers with an Evian water. It’s a real struggle to talk about it, and also to not talk about it. If we say nothing on the days that we’re just getting by, and faking being okay, people think we’re healthy. If we complain about the pain, we’re whining, or being a downer. There is no accessible help. Thank you again for being our voice. Sending love.

Aww Ren I just want to give you a big hug 🫂 But yes, you are strong enough! You’re a fucking warrior and a beacon of hope. Not quite sure how much treatments in Canada have helped, but I hope your condition feels a lot more manageable now ❤

Thank you from an an old dude with MS. You’re helping so many people in so many ways. 🙏🏻

As a nurse, it breaks my heart when I encounter patients in similar situations to what you've endured. It's such a difficult dichotomy to be in a profession that I believe in with all my heart, and yet know that healthcare remains so inadequate for so many.

The healthcare system is seriously lacking in so many ways. Chronic illness needs more resources, research, and doctors who will search EVERY possibility in their field. Then they should communicate with others in their field if they can't see a solution. It's hell being given "try on" diagnoses and medications, hoping they're the answer. Thank you for this!! The fact that you learned more and feel a sense of direction towards feeling your best is such a blessing and gives me hope!!!! You give me hope❣️❣️

Much love from the states ! Hoping you're still doing well!

Ren, you answered your own question. The reason it took so long to get to the bottom of your illness is because every doctor, nurse, technician and every other medical "professional" had to get "their hands inside the cookie jar!" Even doctors in other countries are getting in on your misfortune. You wrote several songs about this very problem with your Money Game trilogy and other fantastic songs. That is the hope of your music. That one day money will not be worth more to humans than our own humanity and health. I only wish complete healing for you Ren that you can enjoy the rest of your LONG LIFE with your family and friends!!! ❤

Ren, please understand that as uncomfortable as it is for you to talk about your struggles, it needs to be done. Use your experience and exposure to bring awareness to those who need it. The more noise you make about the inadequacies in health care, the better the chance that something will actually change. Ren you are a force of nature. Where many would have succumbed to your illness, you have somehow come through it. Be it luck or shear will. (I think a bit of both) You have a platform that can bring awareness to many, and a community that will stand behind you always. Stay strong!

Enveloping you in a loving, grateful hug for sharing these intimate stories. You inspire, ignite and just bloody amazing. You are a gift to us all❤

YOU are a true gift to us all. From the bottom of my tattered soul , we thank you for being you. Best wishes and keep on keepin on 🎉

thank you for staying strong Ren. The world is so much of a better place with you in it. Not only have you been a massive inspiration for us, but also helped us so fucking much. Going around dancing with a speaker "rapping with a slit throat". It feels like I'm dancing with death at all times. We're masochistic too, bleeding and being persistent little buggers thanks to the help of your music. It's like the ending of a bad joke. We love you Ren. -Seif, Crow, Spirit, Soul, Jocelyne, Lilith, Ledrith

So overjoyed that your music has enabled your path to wellness. ❤❤

I’m just sick of being sick and there is no way out!! I just want to be the old me again. Ren thank you for everything you do and have done 😘 xxx

When you said here’s some antidepressants and f*** off. I totally relate! Went through all the meds. Still sick but controlled with homeopathic methods. I have given up on traditional doctors. Hope you stay healthy!💜🙏😇

Thanks for shining a light on chronic illness and being real ❤

Thank you for sharing this. I started following you in time to donate to your fundraiser and I’m so happy you’re in a better position now and have put on weight and look so much healthier. And as someone that is ill with an autoimmune disease no one knows shit about or will listen to me- thank you for being so transparent and open. I don’t feel alone. So much lvoe. ❤❤❤

My experience, too many doctors want to treat the symptoms without finding the cause. I've turned down pills.....when I ask "but why?" and there's not an answer....ok, next. I am finally seeing a group of specialists who are great and work with each other to figure out the puzzle. Thanks for everything that you do Ren. Much ❤ your way.

I won't post a load about my story bc I know the outpouring can be overwhelming sometimes, but I can definitely empathize with your journey and have experienced about 17 yrs of head scratching over my health. Your story has helped me so much and your music continues to help me literally every day. I hope to do a cover of one of your pieces as a thank you, because you literally changed my life. Thank you for all you do. You have a diehard fan in me ❣❣❣❣

You are so humble. Such an incredible human. ❤❤you are so loved. It has taken me my whole life to finally get diagnosed last year with an autoimmune disorder that almost killed me from sepsis. I felt all everyone of these things and it was decades. Wasted life. I'm so proud of you.

Even as a nurse, it's hard for me to say anything that truly hits the spot, with regards to what you have been through, and indeed, are still going through. But, you have a light Ren. Where it came from is another conversation altogether, but it's a light, and it exists to not only remind you what you have beyond the BS, but also shows others that darkness doesn't abide. Peace.

I live in Innisfail ab Canada and fell Ill when i was 16. I am now 34 and still looking for answers! Thank you so much REN for shining some light on invisible illnesses.

I have said this before. It’s very difficult for you Ren I know. You are I think the only one who is able to perfectly use your , music your platform, your genius wordsmithing and your story telling. I feel like you are an avatar for so many people’s stories. Keep it up. I think the balance of you Ren and your genuine Ren self is perfect too. 😘💝😊

❤️and Power to you Ren! Even in your weakened state at times you’re still one of the strongest, most resilient individuals I have come across and you have been a blessing to so many through your music and the time you’ve taken to share your journey. ❤

2:48 I get you man, my dads only now just getting the help he needs after 20 years of struggles with medical professionals not doing their full job, love your music Ren it’s helped me my ex and my friends through the toughest of times. Keep doing you you’re absolutely killing it sending love from Australia :)

Thank you Ren for being so incredibly passionate about everything you share with the world…keep going my young friend, your love is contagious and people are listening💝

Come to Maine U.S. ❤ Turned a lot of friends on to you. We Love You, Ren!!!

Thank you Ren. Wishing you all the best. I have this dichotomy of thought where I want you to become a world renowned musician, director, actor, singer all the things, but at the same time I selfishly don’t want you to become too famous, what is it called? I want to gatekeep you. Ha ha. Anyway, you are such a motivational, inspirational person for so many people you deserve to go as far as you can possibly go. ❤❤❤

This takes me back the time I first met you and went down the Ren rabbit hole. Congratulations on your success and blessings to all your future successes!!!♥️♥️♥️

Dude, my boyfriend and I are fond of you, then your craft and songs. Your story moves us. We've unofficially adopted you, cool boi 😎✨🙏🏼✨💚🧡

Oh Ren, i teally do love you ❤❤❤ sending love and hope your way always. Xxx

I pray you continue to heal & get the help you need!! I’m so happy to have found you & your music, you are amazing!! ❤️❤️

Oh, boi, cwtch! This hurts. I admire your perseverence, it's truly inspiring. 💙 Thank you for sharing and for all your music. Means indescribably lot.

Holding you in my heart, peace, strength and health always 💙