What inspired this book?

I've always loved reading and dreamed of writing my own book one day. This story was deeply inspired by my father, who often masked his emotions. Becoming a parent made me reflect even more on the emotional legacies we pass down. I wrote this book for my son and for all children—to remind them that their feelings are valid, that it's okay to feel deeply, and that expressing emotions in healthy ways is a strength, not a weakness.