Question

What does the poet suggest is a better way to behave then how Helen Gray is behaving

Answer 1

In the poem, the poet warns Helen Grey of the dangers of being self-centered and vain. Author Christina Georgina Rossetti writes, "But so you miss that modest charm...Take heed, you may yet trip and fall, and no man care to stretch his arm." The poet suggests behaving in a humble manner is a better way to behave by saying, "Come down [from your cold height], to fill it now with grace".

Answer 2

Helen Gray is self-centered and vain. She is shallow and cold. The poet suggests that behaving in a humble manner is a better way than behaving like Helen Gray.

P.S. - Next time, post the poem along with your question. It was a real inconvenience having to look it up.