Humans are communal animals and so therefore the pursuit of Areté must be done collectively in addition to individually. Therefore, we should regularly be called to gather together for convocations, rituals, and parties.
Spending regular time in-person with others who share our values helps to cement these values deeper into ourselves. It viscerally reminds us that we are not alone, neither literally nor on our quest. It even releases endorphins that help us have the energy required to try to be our best!
Ultimately, we cannot possibly be our best selves individually unless we also live in communities and even societies that are also being their best, and our communities and societies cannot possibly be their best unless we are also trying to be our best. We are all inextricably connected to each other, and so rather than foolishly suggesting that it is possible to be an Aretéan on one’s own, we openly acknowledge the fact that we must do this together.