Samsara -

Samsara is often visualized as a wheel () driven by the laws of Karma . Every action, intent, and thought leaves a residual imprint on the soul or consciousness. These imprints determine the nature of one’s next life—whether it be in a higher realm of pleasure or a lower realm of suffering.

In a secular or psychological context, Samsara is often used as a metaphor for the repetitive, habitual patterns of the mind. It describes the "rat race" of chasing desires that never fully satisfy, leading to a life lived on "autopilot" rather than in conscious awareness. Samsara

In these traditions, Samsara is not considered a "second chance," but rather a state of perpetual instability and suffering ( Dukkha ). Even lives filled with joy are seen as tragic because they are impermanent. The goal of spiritual practice is not to "climb the ladder" of the cycle forever, but to step off the wheel entirely. Modern Interpretations Samsara is often visualized as a wheel ()