Alain de Botton Quote

To say nothing is saying something. You must denounce things you are against or one might believe that you support things you really do not.

Every corner and room of a house will carry memories, make these the most pleasurable times you shared with your family.

Precision, speed, unambiguity, knowledge of files, continuity, discretion, unity, strict subordination, reduction of friction and of material and personal costs - these are raised to the optimum point...

The best fighter is never angry.

Instead of being regarded as intelligent or knowledgeable, many a woman would rather be regarded as beautiful or good in the kitchen; many a man, as handsome or good in bed.

Begin, be bold, and venture to be wise.

I want to put a ding in the universe.

Don't hang out with people who are:UngratefulUnhelpfulUnrulyUnkindlyUnlovingUnambitiousUnmotivatedor make you feel...Uncomfortable

The death of a billionaire is worth more to the media than the lives of a billion poor people.

The father who has selflessly poured himself into the life of his children may leave no other monument than that of his children. But as for a life well lived, no other monument is necessary.