“You are a wonderful manifestation. The whole universe has come together to make your existence possible.” If you take the notion of interbeing seriously, then celebrating your achievements is no more self-centered than having compassion for your failings. We can’t really claim personal responsibility for our gifts and talents. They were born from our ancestral gene pool, the love and nurturing of our parents, the generosity of friends, the guidance of teachers, and the wisdom of our collective culture.
