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“Rather than getting more spoilt with age, as difficulties pile up, epiphanies of gratitude abound.”

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Alain de Botton
Alain de Botton

Alain de Botton is a Swiss writer and philosopher known for his books on philosophy, art, and culture. His work is characterized by its accessible exploration of profound themes, which has won him a wide audience. more

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