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“Now for the first time since the barbecue she realized just waht she had brought on herself. The thought of this strange boy whom she hadn't really wanted to marry getting into bed with her, when her heart was breaking with an agony of regret at her hasty action and the anguish of losing Ashley…” quote by Margaret Mitchell
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““Now for the first time since the barbecue she realized just waht she had brought on herself. The thought of this strange boy whom she hadn't really wanted to marry getting into bed with her, when her heart was breaking with an agony of regret at her hasty action and the anguish of losing Ashley forever, was too much to be borne.””

Margaret Mitchell

About This Quote

Source Novel: Gone with the Wind, 1936, Chapter 23

A woman faces regret and emotional turmoil after an impulsive marriage, realizing the consequences of her choices

In simple terms: She regrets a rushed marriage that caused pain and loss

Key Takeaway

Reflect before acting impulsively in relationships

Themes

regret impulse marriage consequences

Mood

melancholic introspective

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • marriage decisions
  • impulsive actions
  • dealing with regret
  • emotional healing

Key Concepts

emotional conflict self‑awareness relationship dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you have done differently if you could?
  • How can one heal after a regretful decision?
A Different Perspective

Impulsive choices can lead to lasting sorrow

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