Basquiat Self Discovery

These days people are so busy with keeping track of the rapid changes of society and lives of those around them, that they are do not come to terms with themselves first. As years passed by and the vision for self-discovery and identity is not on the list of things to do. One day something happens- an unexpected event or experience and the realization there is no self-discovery in progress. It is never too late to find out who you are, and to embark on the journey of self-discovery which aids the individual in searching deep into one's self to find joy, meaning, and fulfillment. This is where the individual can reveal their true identity, viewing life from different perspectives, developing a better attitude, and likeness to lead to personal happiness inside out.

For instance, Jean-Michel Basquiat son of an immigrant Haitian father and Puerto Rican mother never anticipated that one day his work would be viewed internationally. Basquiat was a youthful male, living in New York, homeless and unemployed, little to no support from loved ones for his passions, and rose to great success and fame by his self. It is understandable to see why he always questioned who he was and what defined him. Basquiat's artwork explores the morality, race, self-discovery, religion, social and economic issues facing society. A common theme that is of interest is the idea of finding one's self and defining individual values while breaking social barriers. As it is understood that we have all have some faults within us all, but, the choice to let those negative qualities define us or if we strive to be decent people are our