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The challenge of modern relationships: how to prove more interesting than the other's smartphone.
Alain De Botton
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What this quote means

In today's world, maintaining interesting relationships can be challenging due to distractions like smartphones.

Alain De Botton highlights the struggle of modern relationships, where the constant presence of smartphones can often overshadow personal connections. This quote emphasizes the importance of engaging in meaningful interactions to capture and retain the interest of one's partner amidst digital distractions.

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RelationshipsSmartphonesDistractionCommunicationConnection

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Example use cases

In a speech about modern love, you can quote De Botton to illustrate how technology impacts relationships.

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