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I think a certain degree of pessimism is actually helpful to love.
Alain de Botton
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Alain de Botton was a Writer from Switzerland (1969–present).

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This quote is attributed to Alain de Botton, a Writer from Switzerland.
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Alain de Botton lived from 1969 – present.