You make an important point. Too much analyzation can lead to over-conceptualization of the work that the artist is making, which could leave it dry, lifeless, forced. But might there be benefits in introspection, potentially to discover what moves the artist most, and from there, to figure out why? This is theoretically speaking, but I think uncovering some deeply personal symbols could benefit an artist, as long as he doesn't attach himself too closely to the embodying symbol or representation and further explores the mood/motive.
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Yes, of course .. we are always meditating, even subconsciously, on our imagery and direction as artists. My main point is that its best in the studio to just approach the work without too much overthinking, at least for me.