Does Good Karma Cancel Out Bad Karma?

Karma is a Sanskrit word that means action. Its specifics are often dependent upon the religion; however, it is said to essentially signify the cycle of cause and effect. This rule is not only applicable to a person’s actions, but also to their thoughts and words. But what really is karma? Can we control our own actions? Is it we who control them or forces outside of us?

Many people feel trapped by the notion of karma and wonder how they can escape its grip. Others believe it creates structure ...