All I needed to learn,...

Robert Fulgham wrote a most wonderful book.  All I needed to know I learned in Kindergarten.

Really good book.

But for those addicted to a game few know...

1. Sharing is caring.  When you share, you grow.  As a person.  In the game, sharing resources helps others grow their cities and it forms a stronger clan. 

2. Take turns.  Sometimes, being first isn't all that.  And there are always other opportunities popping up.  Like tiles.

3. There are others behind the curtain.  Face to face, there's always someone and in general people are good.  What you do or say can go a long way.  So don't execute a person.

4.  Strength in numbers.  You do better as a team or family than being a lone wolf.  Make alliances.

5.keep your word.  Say what you mean, mean what you say.  It helps against counter attacks too.