What is a karmic cycle?

A karmic cycle refers to the idea in various religious and spiritual beliefs that our actions have consequences that will be experienced in future lifetimes. The concept is often associated with the principles of karma, which is the belief that every action we take, positive or negative, will have a corresponding effect on our future experiences.

In Eastern religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, the concept of karma and karmic cycles is central to their beliefs. It is believed that one's actions in this life will determine the quality of one's next life, and the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth continues until a state of enlightenment or liberation (moksha) is achieved.

In the Western New Age movement, the idea of karmic cycles is often interpreted as patterns of behavior and energy that individuals need to work through in order to break free from negative patterns and experiences. This can involve practices such as meditation, healing work, or past life regression therapy to address and release karmic debts or patterns.

Overall, the concept of karmic cycles serves as a reminder to consider the consequences of our actions and to strive for positive growth and personal development in order to break free from negative patterns and experiences.