Chapter 14 of “Their Eyes Were Watching God” is a pivotal chapter in the novel, as it explores Janie’s evolving sense of self and her journey towards independence and self-discovery.
The chapter begins with Janie reflecting on her past relationships with Logan Killicks and Joe Starks. She realizes that both men have stifled her growth and prevented her from fully expressing herself. Through her conversations with Pheoby Watson, Janie gains a new perspective on her life and begins to question the traditional roles that society has assigned to her as a woman.