Considered Quote by Robert Mapplethorpe
“I would never have done what I'd done if I'd considered my father as somebody I wanted to please”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1995 interview in Artforum, Robert Mapplethorpe
Considering a parent’s expectations can dominate personal choices, leading to regret if not examined.
In simple terms: Parental approval can shape actions, sometimes wrongly.
Reflect on motivations beyond parental approval.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career decisions
- artistic choices
- family relationships
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What would change if you acted for yourself?
- How do you balance respect and autonomy?
Overemphasis on parental approval may limit authentic self‑expression.