The "Bird Path" is a phrase used by seventh century Zen Buddhists to describe the way in which each personality diverges in a unique manner from the core of being: hence unique each individual's path to that core. The Bird Path.
Think about it.
Becoming a well trained monkey is not a substitute for Enlightenment.
But it's a start
There must be an appreciation of self governance.
If the vessel is awake it is aware of its contents.