Alain de Botton Quotes

We may seek a fortune for no greater reason than to secure the respect and attention of people who would otherwise look straight through us.

- Alain De Botton

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I passionately believe that's it's not just what you say that counts, it's also how you say it - that the success of your argument critically depends on your manner of presenting it. - Alain De Botton

Kant and Hegel are interesting thinkers. But I am happy to insist that they are also terrible writers. - Alain De Botton

We need objects to remind us of the commitments we've made. That carpet from Morocco reminds us of the impulsive, freedom-loving side of ourselves we're in danger of losing touch with. Beautiful furniture gives us something to live up to. All designed objects are propaganda for a way of life. - Alain De Botton