![]() ![]() ![]() Helen explains how self-confidence is the key to facing adversity, for in truth, God’s judgment is the only opinion that matters. In response to Jane’s insecurity, Helen says, “‘If all the world hated you, and believed you wicked, while your conscience approved you, and absolved you from guilt, you would not be without friends’” (Bronte 94). Brocklehurst warns all of Lowood’s teachers and pupils to beware of Jane, relaying the lies Jane’s aunt told him. Because of a practically loveless childhood, Jane expresses to Helen a fear of being ostracized yet again. At the beginning of her time at Lowood, Jane finds solidarity in a fellow student, Helen Burns. This mindset sticks with Jane as she journeys on to Lowood, Thornfield Hall, Moor House, and, lastly, Ferndean. Bessie’s friendship teaches Jane to value friends as a source of hope. Although Bessie cannot defend Jane from this injustice, she shows Jane patience and love. At Gateshead Hall, Jane identifies the maid, Bessie, as her only friend amidst her malicious family members. As a child, Jane’s friendships help her remain optimistic and ambitious as she faces countless challenges. ![]()
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