Ferry Corsten

Artwork Brendan de Clercq


The Power of Perseverance



For Ferry Corsten, mental health is about being able to be yourself without constantly worrying about the opinions of others. “You should be able to do what you love, without the pressure of social media or the fear of being judged,” he says.

In a time when everyone is constantly online, it can be difficult to stay true to your own path. “Social media has become a place where people hide behind a screen and criticize others. But ultimately, you shouldn't let that define your self-worth.”

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Ferry Corsten

Artwork Brendan de Clercq


The Power of Perseverance


For Ferry Corsten, mental health is about being able to be yourself without constantly worrying about the opinions of others. “You should be able to do what you love, without the pressure of social media or the fear of being judged,” he says.

In a time when everyone is constantly online, it can be difficult to stay true to your own path. “Social media has become a place where people hide behind a screen and criticize others. But ultimately, you shouldn't let that define your self-worth.”


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Dealing with Rejection and Setbacks
Ferry emphasizes that setbacks are part of growth. “If something doesn't work out, you shouldn't give up, but instead analyze why it didn't work and try again.” This is a mentality he has applied in his own career.
“At the beginning of my music career, I often heard ‘no’ from record labels. But instead of giving up, I asked: ‘Why not? What could be better?’ And then I went back to the studio to improve. After 25 ‘no’s, a ‘yes’ eventually comes.”
Music as Therapy
Music has always been a way for Ferry to process emotions. “As a child, I would immerse myself in music whenever something was bothering me. That has never changed. Music is my outlet.” When he needs peace, he enjoys listening to ambient and neoclassical music. “With all the traveling and the hustle and bustle, it is wonderful to let go of everything every now and then and just disappear into music.” “Music is my first love and will be my last. Keep doing what you love.”


Work-life balance
The dance industry can be extremely intense. “You can go completely wild and lose yourself on the weekend. But I make sure to unwind afterwards. Eating healthy, sleeping well, and finding a balance are essential for me.”
Een van de routines die Ferry hanteert om in balans te blijven, is slaap. “Waar ik ook ben, ik zorg ervoor dat ik slaap pak wanneer ik kan. Dat helpt me om fysiek en mentaal scherp te blijven.”
A Message for Young People
Ferry's message to young people struggling mentally is simple but powerful: “We are all human. We all make mistakes. You don't have to be ashamed of that.”
Daarnaast moedigt hij jongeren aan om te praten. “Als je tegen een muur aanloopt, praat er dan over met iemand die je vertrouwt. Het kan een vriend, familielid of collega zijn. Het belangrijkste is dat je het niet opkropt.” Met zijn openheid over mentale gezondheid en de uitdagingen van het artiestenleven, hoopt Ferry anderen te inspireren om door te zetten, zichzelf te accepteren en steun te zoeken wanneer dat nodig is.

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Photo by: John Doe