The eight points of the wheel signify the eight spokes of the Dharmachakra, a Buddhist symbol that embodies the eightfold path of righteousness.

Right Resolve – One who harbors no ill will and maintains a mindset of consistent outward love, kindness, and compassion is considered to be living with the "right resolve."

Right Speech – Engaging in "right speech" means to abstain from lying, rudeness, gossiping, or any malicious or abusive talk that causes disharmony among groups or individuals.

Right Conduct – The Buddha taught that noble conduct involves abstaining from taking life, as well as refraining from theft, dishonesty, or any behavior detrimental to the welfare of humanity.

Right Livelihood – Adopting the "right livelihood" means not engaging in a profession that causes harm to others or the world we inhabit.

Right Effort – Exerting the "right effort" involves the energetic will to prevent distractions from disrupting one's focused efforts.

Right Mindfulness – Being "rightfully mindful" is the practice of being consciously aware of, and attentive to, one's body, emotions, and mental state.

Right Concentration – This is a state of being that results from a deliberate attempt (through meditation) to elevate the mind to a higher, more purified state of awareness.

Right View – Maintaining a "bigger picture" perspective is a critical part of the Buddha's teachings. He famously taught that "our actions have consequences," and that death is not the end of these consequences.

The Lotus supports the wheel as idealistic living supports the Dharma. The wilted petals on the lower half of the design remind us to embrace impermanence, as it is an integral component of universal balance.