Ensuring that people are being their authentic selves

Existential psychologists are concerned with ensuring that people are being their authentic selves and living their truths.  The following video describes Black psychologists who’ve conducted research with populations of African descent in line with this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Bc2PT-555U
After viewing the video, discuss the person whose work would inspire you to answer the “why” of your existence.  Feel free to find more information about the person, if the video doesn’t provide enough.