Many know Twelve February as a burn victim having experienced a real drama. But Twelve February, it is also and above all Julie Bourges, a young woman full of joy who loves sport and seeks to help others. Here is his uninhibited interview, to encourage us to uninhibit in our turn.
by Juliette Le Peillet
"You are capable and you have overcome much worse"
Julie Bourges sees her life turned upside down when she is victim, at 16, of an accident causing her to be seriously burned. 7 years later, the young woman has come a long way and has become a real symbol of positivity despite the hardships of life. A great sportswoman, Julie has not given up on her passion and continues to inspire her 480k subscribers. For more than a year, the influencer has proudly exposed her body and her scars that are part of her. She is one of those women who pushes everyone to think bigger for themselves, to love themselves and to fight to live fully.
Prejudice on burn victims
Thanks to social media and the goodwill of influencers like Julie, it's easier to get your eyes used to the difference. Those whom society used to hide from us, proudly take their place on the Internet, and it feels good! However, there are many prejudices, questions that burn victims hear all the time. "Are you afraid of fire? Most people ask. Julie says no. "Can you expose yourself to the sun? », She answers yes. " Does it hurt ? "," Is it going to go away? Here Julie will answer twice no. It is also against these prejudices that Douze Février is fighting on its networks. In particular, she proves that her accident does not prevent her from being athletic, going to the beach, having friends, being sublime and loving herself, quite simply having a normal life.
"100 positive, inspiring and motivating quotes"
In difficult times, it may be important to read the words of someone who has gone through significant things. This is why Julie Bourges' book, "100 positive, inspiring and motivating quotes" is the perfect ally for feeling good. If this little wonder is so special, it is because the details are very worked. The detachable pages can be a positive decoration for your home, Julie's writing is scanned, which allows the young woman to feel closer to her community. In addition, the quotes are original creations, these are the words of Julie Bourges. The book is available everywhere, at € 13.90 (to shop here)
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