The desire for high status is never stronger than in situations where "ordinary" life fails to answer a median need for dignity and comfort.


Status Anxiety (ed. Vintage, 2008) - ISBN: 9780307491336

Alain de Botton Quotes

The desire for high status is never stronger than in situations where ordinary life fails to answer a median need for dignity and comfort.

The desire for high status is never stronger than in situations where ordinary life fails to answer a median need for dignity and comfort.

The desire for high status is never stronger than in situations where ordinary life fails to answer a median need for dignity and comfort.

The desire for high status is never stronger than in situations where ordinary life fails to answer a median need for dignity and comfort.