How should we see karma? And can we do anything to change it?

Questions include:

Some people will speak of karma as a burden, and will say, "It's my destiny, I can't avoid it." A fatalistic approach. Is that correct?

What is dharma?

What does the word "freedom" mean to you?

How do we get our energy to flow upward?

What is free will?

To create a strong aura, is there a technique or method you would recommend?