You have been reborn as a hungry ghost if you believe that you are completely at the mercy of others.
You have been reborn as an animal if you just won’t learn your lessons.
You have been reborn as a god if you forget how much you owe the world.
You have been reborn as a jealous god if you believe you have earned the right to be exceptional.
You have been reborn as a demon if you forget that none of this is about you.
You have been reborn as a human when you realise you’re wrong.
Whatever the realm, nevertheless you will have been born a Buddha.
BEATING THE POISONED DRUM 