Did Agatha Christie agree to marry a man fourteen years younger?

Even the most indecisive person has to make serious decisions from time to time. But How to make the right choice And make no mistake? Of course, you can ask for advice from more experienced and knowledgeable people. But sometimes it is better to make a decision on your own, rather than shifting the responsibility to someone else.

When the already divorced 40-year-old detective queen Agatha Christie received a proposal from 26-year-old archaeologist Max Mallowan, she had to make a choice.



Having received a strict Victorian upbringing, she could not agree to marry a man who was 14 years younger. In addition, all friends and acquaintances strongly opposed this union. To somehow dispel doubts, the writer turned to her older sister for advice.

Margaret first noticed that Agatha is already an elderly woman, so she must think carefully. Can there be love with such a big age difference? After all, everything can be a simple hobby. Therefore, you need to check the feelings of the gentleman, waiting for a year or two.



It was then that Agatha Christie made the decision. She told her sister that she was already old, and after a year or two she would grow older even more. Better get married to Mallowan now while he proposes. The train departs from the platform, and you may not have time for it, while you think, calculate, measure for the seventh time.

The writer listened to herself and made her own decision. It was different from everyone else’s, but it was right. She and her husband survived the war and spent 45 happy years together. Max Mallowan became the most important person in her life. Even Agatha called her grandson only the second beloved man.



GettyImages Agatha Christie could have turned down a young groom Could have checked relationships for years. As a result, you could grow old alone. And a restless archaeologist might get tired of being alone. Of course, sometimes you have to check, wait. But do not forget that while hesitating, the chances disappear, and life passes.



GettyImages How to make a choice you won’t regret There is a simple technique that helps you better assess the situation to quickly make an informed decision. And although sometimes the resulting version may not like 100%, but in the end it will be at least good.

1. First of all, decide what decision you would make if there were no fear and doubt. Sometimes it is the fear of risk that prevents you from seriously considering the option that may be the best.
2. Then determine what choice would be made if you did not consider the financial side of the issue. Sometimes the best ideas are not taken into account just because of lack of money. It may be easier to find money than it initially seems.
   
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3. Discuss the worst and the best outcome. Write down on paper what the consequences of each possible decision might be. Start with your previous experience. And it doesn’t matter how positive or negative it was, because the hint can be extracted from both past victories and past defeats.
4. What choice will help you move in the right direction? Consistency is the key to success. Therefore, any decision should be analyzed to determine whether it is consistent with your long-term plans and does not deflect from the chosen course.
5. How will you look at yourself in the mirror tomorrow? It is important to look to the future to understand what today’s choices will bring: pride and surge of strength or shame and regret.
   
   
   
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If you use the right technique, it will be easier to make even a difficult decision. And although it is worth taking into account the advice of experienced people, it is still better to listen more to your inner feelings and your own analysis of the situation. After all, it is better to be responsible for your choice, rather than regret that you listened to the opinion of the wrong person.

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