Being self-employed means wearing many hats, juggling passion and reality, and accepting that you can't always control everything. It means waking up with an idea at 3 a.m., replying to a work message in the middle of a Sunday, thinking about your brand 24/7, and sometimes doubting everything… then remembering why you started.
My name is Cyrielle. I created @cyinjuly because I wanted freedom, a project that reflected who I am, at my own pace. I needed to forge my own path. Alongside this, I'm pursuing my bilingual law studies in Lille—another challenge, demanding but enriching. This dual path pushes me to excel, to learn to better manage my time (even if, let's be honest, I'm often chasing after it 😅).
I have ADHD, so my brain is always racing. I have a thousand ideas a second, I change my mind as fast as I breathe, and sometimes I completely lose focus. But that's also what fuels my creativity, my energy, my somewhat chaotic way of looking at life.
I also try to keep time for my loved ones, my family, my friends. Even if sometimes I forget about myself a little between two to-do lists, I'm learning to slow down.
With CY IN July, I'm doing what I love. I'm also living with the stress that comes with it—the daily rollercoaster, the doubts, the unexpected events. I'm doing my best, on my own, learning a little more each day, still trying to find that balance between my professional life, my personal life, and everything else. Sometimes I succeed, sometimes I lose my footing. But deep down, I know I'm where I'm meant to be 🐚
It's not always easy, nor always beautiful. But it's true. And above all, it's me ✨
💛 To all those who feel “too much”—too sensitive, too intense, too different: know that your “too much” is a strength. Sometimes all it takes is finding the right space to express it. And if it doesn't exist yet… then create it yourself.
And I tell myself that yes, despite the stress, despite the doubts, I made the right choice.
It's not perfect, far from it. But it's true. And most importantly, it's me 🌞
