The painter was facing an artist block; he was not able to paint anything, and this was very tormenting for him. He was a very creative person since his childhood, but this creative ability had hindered him to grow his personal life. When he figured it out that he had to work on his personal life as well, he started making more creative work, which was relatable for many common people and ordinary working class.
So, this figuring out helped him a lot in being an established and successful artist.
I have taken this picture.