Green could not explain or realize that what he felt was not jealous was angry; it was not because he couldn't buy it or dress it; they were expecting girls to be like this; men, people, all People thought the girl should be like that; It has to be like this to fall in love. Then she became a mother and dedicated her to her children with burning and burning; she was no longer selfish, only her brain was still in pea;
In Alice Munro's book "Runaway," the character Green struggles to understand her emotions, mistaking her anger for jealousy. She grapples with societal expectations that dictate how women should act to be desirable, leading to confusion about her true feelings. This internal conflict highlights the pressure women face in conforming to these standards, which can distort their self-perception and emotional responses.
As Green transitions into motherhood, her focus shifts entirely to her children, marking a significant change in her identity. The intense love and dedication she devotes to her role as a mother contrast with her earlier feelings of self-centeredness. However, despite this transformation, she feels mentally constrained, hinting at unresolved issues from her past that linger in her mind.