In the novel "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Bronte, the narrator uses different situations to show Jane's emotional development. Jane moves from place to place in search of her authentic self; she grew up living a tough life and searches for help at these different places. Jane's parents died when she was very young, and guidance in her life was always a huge question. In the later stages of her life, Jane uses her personal experiences to help other young women deal with the same problems when she was young. Jane's life began with her at Gateshead, where she spent most of her time; from there, she went to Lowood, Thornfield, Moorehouse, and Ferndean; even though she went to many houses, they all helped her become a complete person.
Gateshead is the beginning of Jane's young life, and she is not treated fairly. At Gateshead, Jane's Aunt, Mrs. Reed, and Jane's Cousins mistreat her and even lock her up for absolutely no reason. This is unfortunate for Jane because her extended family at Gateshead wanted no part of her life and proved that by being rude. "Don't talk to me about her (Jane); I told you not to go near her, she is not worthy of being noticed" (Eyre, 20). These words said by Mrs. Reed prove the arrogance she showed in telling her children to mistreat their cousin. We often find ourselves in unfortunate situations but Jane, an innocent little girl, is mistreated and ignored. Jane takes every incident at Gateshead personally, which honestly takes her up inside; that is why every house after Gateshead became so crucial in the success of Jane.
In contradiction with Gateshead were, Jane uses books and solitary confinement to deal with her problems; at Lowood, they turn to the bible for answers. The community atmosphere is acquired by Jane, but the embarrassment Mr. Brocklehurst puts her through gives her an empty feeling inside. "Let her stand half an hour longer on the stool, and let no one speak to her during the remainder of the da...