A concentric circular layer seen in the cross-section of a tree trunk, which reflects the growth of wood tissue over a year, showing initially coarse growth in spring that becomes denser as the year progresses.

A metaphorical representation of experiences and growth accumulated over time in a person's life, akin to the layers of a tree's growth rings, indicating the depth and richness of personal development.

A visual record of a tree's yearly growth and environmental conditions, each layer representing a distinct period, helping to tell the story of the tree's life and the ecosystem around it.