Xantippe describes a “troubled sleep” filled with memories of “weary days," “stormy days,” "gladsome days" and "sunny days." All of which showcase a wide emotional spectrum that reflects the turbulence and instability of her inner life. As described in the Oxford English Dictionary, “weary” is defined as “having the feeling of loss of strength, languor, and need for rest, produced by continued exertion (physical or mental), endurance of severe pain, or wakefulness; tired, fatigued.” This definition highlights the depth of exhaustion Xantippe experiences, not just physical tiredness, but a profound emotional and psychological fatigue shaped by years of disappointment and suppression. The coupling of “weary” with “stormy” suggests that her life has been a mixture of long-term exhaustion and moments of upheaval. By layering images of fatigue and unrest, Levy conveys an emotional range that establishes the introspective tone of the dramatic monologue. This invites readers to witness Xantippe’s internal thought process, something historical accounts often have denied her. This emotional landscape also functions as a mirror ball to Levy's own inner life by reflecting in fragmented but vivid ways the themes that appear throughout her body of work. In the poems collected in "A Minor Poet and Other Verse," there is a theme of loss and burdens of being human. Her poem, "Sonnet" exemplifies this introspective shift by capturing the same sense of inner weariness, longing, and psychological strain that is felt through Xantippe. By reading "Xantippe: A Fragment" alongside her other poems, we can see how Levy's writing reflects different angles of the same emotional core, all of which emphasize the private struggles that women were expected to keep hidden.