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Feast for Peace
- The Greeks and Paphlagonians, unsure of trusting each other, held a feast with drinking and dancing.
- This led to a successful peace agreement, showing the value of leisure before negotiations.
Building Trust
- Build trust with counterparts through in-person interactions, including shared meals and leisure.
- Alcohol can help, but moderation is key, as demonstrated by the Greeks' skillful dancing and acting.
Seeking Divine Counsel
- Consult higher powers for guidance on difficult decisions, whether through prayer or other methods.
- Xenophon's example of sacrificing to the gods demonstrates this practice.