The Color Purple Belonging Analysis

In The Color Purple, Celie reaches self-actualization. Initially, Celie is a submissive wife to Mr. _______, doing everything she is told to do without hesitation while facing physical, and emotional abuse. Once Shug Avery, Mr. _______’s mistress, comes to live with them, Celie nurses the Shug Avery back to health while simultaneously becoming close friends. Shug Avery teaches Celie that no matter what life brings, Celie will always have to two people who love her—Nettie and Shug Avery. This new sense of belonging allows Celie to view herself as important and sparks Shug Avery’s intent on finding Nettie’s letters that Mr. ______ stole. From reading the letters, Celie learns that her sister and children are alive in Africa. This sense of relief