46. JULES
JULES
Two hours later, I’m in my bedroom exactly like I am for most of my home content.
My tripod’s set up, my background’s neutral, and I look clean and presentable.
Tiago, Minnie and Ash are waiting downstairs – I need space.
This is content like any other, an unboxing or a GRWM. I’m me, and I won’t apologise for it.
I press play.
‘Hi.’ Weak. Boring. Urgh, never mind. Onwards. ‘If you’ve followed me for a long time, you know my work has always been about growth — physical, mental, professional. Becoming the best version of yourself. That hasn’t changed.
‘What has changed is parts of my private life have been pulled into the public in a way I didn’t consent to.
I want to be very clear about something: I’ve never lied to you.
I’ve shared what I felt was relevant, and I’ve kept parts of my life private — especially my romantic life. It wasn’t deception, it was a boundary.
‘Some people have suggested that because I didn’t share everything, nothing I’ve said is true.
I disagree. Do you know everything about your best friend?
Your neighbour? Your boss? I’ve been vulnerable where I felt it necessary.
I did a four-part series on grief where I shared very personal details about my mum dying.
I’ve spoken openly about my struggles with anxiety and control.
I did a whole episode on abusive relationships.
The examples I used were real life, taken from my own experiences.
‘But my relationships aren’t case studies.
It’s an area of my life I choose not to share in detail for my own mental health.
When you build a public life alongside very public people, speculation becomes part of the environment.
In hindsight, I can see that I didn’t always draw clear enough lines early. That’s on me.
‘Going forward, my work stays the same, my values stay the same, and my boundaries stay in place. I understand if some people feel disappointed. I can hold space for that. You’re entitled to your opinion, just as I am.
If that means some people choose to leave, I respect that. If it means others stay, I’m grateful.
‘Thank you for your time.’
Cut.