Previous work has highlighted basic problems with the scientific model of life, in particular about health and behavioral tendencies. A possible explanation was introduced involving a reincarnation- (or transcendental-) based understanding of life. Associated with that premodern understanding of life (and death) was potential insight into a number of behavioral enigmas; a more constructive vision; and consistency with a number of religions on the opportunity for deeper meaning and a profound release (or transcendence) from suffering. Herein this approach is furthered via discussions on - the modern default understanding, scientific materialism; reviews of reincarnation research; our innate religious/spiritual beliefs; and medium-based communications with the dead. The closing discussion and conclusions then summarize the basic points herein, consider some implications, and offer a few suggestions. If people want to address our challenging mental circumstances, they should consider looking beyond the contemporary paradigm.