selfSustainment

Given a predicate that represents a relationship or action between entities, generate a one-sentence description explaining its meaning.  
# Instructions
Focus on describing the relationship, not the entities themselves. 
# Response Format
Begin the description with \' Indicates...\'

Predicate: selfSustainment

Indicates that an entity is able to maintain its own operation or existence over time using its internal resources or capabilities, without requiring external support.