EP 155: Mathijs Luijten Found Balance After Burnout

In this episode, host and returning guest Mathijs Luijten dive into a vulnerable and insightful conversation about creativity, career growth, and life beyond burnout. With two years since their last podcast, Mathijs reflects on his transformative journey—living between Spain, Morocco, and Ibiza—while crafting animation projects for high-profile clients like Google. He discusses the struggle of compiling a six-year showreel, the love-hate relationship with personal projects, and why music always comes first in his animation process. This episode sheds light on the spiritual dimension of design, and how nature, movement, and minimalism influence creative longevity.The conversation touches on powerful themes like timeless design, digital vs. physical experiences, and mental health. Mathijs opens up about his desire to start a family, his MS diagnosis, and how limitations have brought clarity to his priorities. With anecdotes about candlelit Moroccan nights, hilarious hiking stories, and gym goals, the episode captures a unique blend of deep wisdom, humor, and raw honesty. Whether you're a creative professional, freelancer, or art lover, this episode offers timeless insights into how to stay grounded while chasing big dreams.__https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJDf6CaSMqS/