on is meant more as a threat to Mrs. Reed, Jane still thinks of it to be very worthy of carrying out. The greatest anticipation for Jane, however, is just the plain and simple exodus from her horrible life. Greatly hating living with the Reeds, she considers anything but their company something that she can look forward to.After Jane realizes she cannot stay at Lowood any longer, her anticipations towards her future grow. She recognizes the opportunity that lies in front of her, only beginning to grasp the possibilities of the world. However, Jane considers the reality of her surroundings and forms a simpler plan (76-78). She decides she would still enjoy performing the same position, just somewhere else; she wants “A new servitude” (78). Jane’s occupation pleases her and yet she still wants change. She cannot think of a better solution than that of doing the same thing, just somewhere else, thinking to herself, “all I want is to serve elsewhere” (78). Her realizations, which make her become more determined than ever, help her acquire her aspiration. Her durable willpower guides her determination and she does obtain her desire. Jane is prepared to embark on a ”new life in the unknown” (85).Jane’s leaving Gateshead and her departure from Lowood are the most important two events in her life playing a role in the shaping of her personality. This personality, one of strength, resilience, and spirit, can be regarded as one of the best developed in literature. Jane’s desire, in both cases, leads to the reasons for her departure. Once she knows she is departing, her anticipations, always of something better than the present, guide her and help her survive. After everything, she undoubtedly has a better life with a true sense of satisfaction and gratification. Understanding these two changes in her life can lead to a better explanation of the rest of her life: the path she cho...
