I started illustrating pages in this style for a relaxing break—something to do while waiting for kids or while I waited in a lobby somewhere. Drawing is meditative for me and not an efficient process because I never want to finish working on a page.
The encouragement section is not meant to be prescriptive advice. I picked phrases as reminders I found helpful from my own life and want to teach my children. Sitting down with my kids or adult friends and spending time coloring can bring up great conversations and wonderful connection time.