Step 1: Set the Intention

Before you draw, pause and ask yourself:

• What do I need right now?
  Comfort? Rest? Reassurance? Confidence?

Write one word at the top of the page. This word guides the drawing.

Step 2: Choose a Comfort Symbol

Pick something that feels safe or warm:

• A heart, flower, plush, star, cloud

• A cozy character

• A small version of yourself

This symbol represents care, not perfection.

Step 3: Draw Slowly

Let your hand move gently.

• No erasing

• No fixing

• No comparing

Messy lines are welcome. Soft mistakes are part of the story.

Step 4: Add a Loving Message

Include a quiet affirmation in the art:

• “I am enough”

• “I deserve rest”

• “I am learning”

You can hide the words inside shapes or patterns.

Step 5: Use Gentle Colors

Choose colors that feel calming:

• Pastels

• Warm neutrals

• Muted tones

Avoid harsh contrast—this piece is about softness.

Step 6: Stop Before You Overwork

The moment you think, “Maybe I should fix…”—pause.

That’s your sign to stop.

Completion is an act of self-respect.

✨ Reminder:

This art is not for an audience.

It’s for you. Tag me to your work I love to see what you created @byzahraartz on instagram