There may be better words than bolstering. Russians have a lot of pride. They are famous for literature, ballet, painting, and classical music. Much of that is in the past.
I used to drink Vodka and loved Solichnoya, though it nearly killed me. That may be one reason their life expectancy is lower than in many other developed nations.
The Hermitage is a fantastic art collection. Russia pioneered advancement in space technology and public transportation. So why can't we all get along?
Pride cometh before a fall comes to mind. Maybe the best strategy for the "West" is to trade cultural tourism for peaceful coexistence. We should buy more Russian hats and warm clothing, encouraging Russian designers.
Russia sports cultural diversity, and peaceful nations should help exploit that for a positive advantage. None of us need nuclear weapons and war when there is so much to live for.
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