Martijn is a truth-seeker and communication rebel. You might know him from Dutch TV, where he stood out not for drama — but for daring to be real.
Martijn is a former entrepreneur who sold his company and is now on a journey of self-discovery — through tantra, TV, and deep conversations.
In this episode, we explore:
This one’s about radical honesty, deep connection, and being fully yourself. Let’s dive in.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjmvanhoek/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zijn.met.tijn/?hl=en
Website: https://tantra-festival.com/martijn-van-hoek/
The MindSpeaking podcast is about the Human Side of Data. I invite thought leaders to spread their insights about data, communication, and personal development.
Connect with me & free resources:
👨🏻💻 Gilbert’s Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/eijkelenboom/
🧠 Free email course: https://mindspeaking.com/datastorytelling
📙 People Skills for Analytical Thinkers: https://mindspeaking.com/buy-book
📈 Quick self-test on Data Communication: https://mindspeaking.com/maturity-model
⭕ Subscribe to this YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi5ZoXknmNceEVVteS7_cVQ?sub_confirmation=1🎬 Turn your insights into a Data Story with my video course:http://www.mindspeaking.com/online-course
Highlights:
00:00 – Awkward silences = happiness
01:30 – How to handle difficult conversations
03:30 – Embracing awkwardness builds connection
06:20 – Why Martijn sent his date home
09:00 – Setting boundaries, even on reality TV
12:00 – Saying no = saying yes to yourself
14:50 – Birthday parties & people-pleasing
17:00 – Gilbert’s story on setting boundaries
20:00 – Inquiry exercise for deeper connection
24:30 – TV show sparked real-life reflection
28:50 – Handling feedback & public criticism
33:00 – Letting go of what others think
36:50 – Releasing drive rooted in ego
41:00 – Social media: curse & blessing
45:00 – From busyness to calm & self-awareness