As she grew older Elizabeth became interested in entering the Discalced Carmelite Order, though her mother strongly advised against it. Men had asked for Elizabeth's hand in marriage, but she declined such offers because her dream was to enter the Discalced Carmelite monastery that was located 200 meters from her home. Elizabeth entered the Dijon Carmel on 2 August 1901.
As she matured, Elizabeth developed a desire to join the Discalced Carmelite Order, despite her mother's strong opposition. Suitors had proposed marriage to Elizabeth, but she rejected their offers since her aspiration was to enter the Discalced Carmelite convent situated 200 meters from her residence. Elizabeth joined the Dijon Carmel on August 2, 1901.