Quote by Alain de Botton

It is perhaps when our lives are at their most problematic that we are likely to be most receptive to beautiful things.

It is perhaps when our lives are at their most problematic t

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This quote suggests that during difficult times in our lives, we are more open and responsive to experiencing and appreciating beautiful things. In moments of struggle, beauty serves as a source of solace, inspiration, and distraction from the problems we face. It implies that during these challenging periods, beauty has the power to uplift our spirits, offering us moments of respite and helping us find solace and healing even amidst turmoil.

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