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

Alain de Botton
Desire, Stronger, Comfort
Alain De Botton (2008). “Status Anxiety”, p.250, Vintage
The desire for high status is never stronger than in situations where ordinary life fails to answer a median need for dignity and comfort.