Gilman gave me a more in depth position on mental health, and reading her story, I have been able to think and reflect on the needs that are important to every living person. I remember how my mother would tell me to make sure I eat and rest well when I am away from home. I would follow her instructions but I would forget about my own mental health. I honestly did not see the importance of it until this year. Reading The Yellow Wallpaper, I realized how easily it could affect anyone. For example, the main character became depressed after having her baby. For a long time, I could not connect a happy moment like having a baby to something like depression; however, the reality of this is it can affect anyone at anytime. When it comes to health, no aspect of it should be ignored or pushed aside. As for expressing one’s thoughts and wants is very important to human development. I had a habit of just accepting things as they were without making much of a …show more content…
When they were basically pushed out of their home and force to live in Barton, they make the best of the situation. They are not afraid to talk to one another and express their opinions, like when Elinor teases Marianne on how much she and Willoughby would talk to one another whenever he visits. Their mother, Mrs. Dashwood, wants the best for them and solemnly supports Marianne’s love for Willoughby while Elinor believes that her love for him is nothing more then her wanting a ‘love at first sight’ experience. Nevertheless, Elinor is supportive of her sister and is willing to go to London with her to see Willoughby. Elinor is also very protective of her younger sister Marianne especially when Marianne gets her heart broken by Willoughby. Despite her sister clinging to him and physically making herself sick on the matter, Elinor calmly comforts her and tells her of his apology. Overall, it’s a very supportive