SUITCASE IN HAND, A MIDDLE-AGED FARM WOMAN STANDS ON A RAILWAY PLATFORM, AND ENTERTAINS SECOND THOUGHTS
Mature understanding of what can and can't be changed. Earthy savvy. Determination to prevail over obstacles or handicaps. Leaving defeat behind and making a new start (trading in one set of problems for another). The need to take a stand. Bettering the situation at home (good will missions; travel). Broad analysis of operant social forces. Arriving at practical prescriptions for social problems. Putting hard work behind one's decisions (Herculean efforts). Carefulness in thought and deed vs. rash confidences and actions. Purging oneself of hate or self-hate. Importance of good motives to the outcome of any ambitious undertaking (failed attempts). Finding a better way, or making one.