It is upon realizing how truly isolated she is that Circe decides to take things into her hands and explore the island. Instead of fearing her loneliness, she embraces her independence, and in doing so, she thrives. As a woman, it is likely that Circe has not had such freedom before—for the first time, she feels free to do as she chooses. Her singing emphasizes how Circe now has the freedom to act how she wishes, as her family used to complain about her “ugly” voice. In ancient Greece, women had to be careful in hiding their flaws, as Circe’s siblings have made clear—“ugly” women have no value in ancient Greece. Now that Circe is on her own, however, she has some distance from their expectations. Without restrictions, Circe has more room to grow.