When we are talking about dream symbolization, everything is fair game. It's not just particular tangible things that can hold hidden meaning, but intangibles as well. Like...colours, for example. I can hear all the groans from here, you know!
"But, Avi, colours ARE tangible! I could show you something blue in an instant!"
Well..yes...and no. You would be correct in assuming that you could show me something that is coloured blue. For instance, if I hold up my TARDIS cup, it is most decidedly blue. But in the end, it's a blue cup...not the colour blue. You can't pick up 'blue' and hand it to me. But that aside, the colour blue (and many others) can impact the meaning of your dreams. So enough staring at my TARDIS cup and let's delve more deeply into this, shall we? Oh, and extra points for anyone who understood the TARDIS reference. Okay, not really, but I tip my fez to you.
"But, Avi, colours ARE tangible! I could show you something blue in an instant!"
Well..yes...and no. You would be correct in assuming that you could show me something that is coloured blue. For instance, if I hold up my TARDIS cup, it is most decidedly blue. But in the end, it's a blue cup...not the colour blue. You can't pick up 'blue' and hand it to me. But that aside, the colour blue (and many others) can impact the meaning of your dreams. So enough staring at my TARDIS cup and let's delve more deeply into this, shall we? Oh, and extra points for anyone who understood the TARDIS reference. Okay, not really, but I tip my fez to you.
BLACK-On one hand, black signifies negatives such as danger, mystery, darkness, death, mourning, rejection, hate or malice. It could be trying to warn you about the death of old ideas or be foreshadowing the end of a particular situation or life stage. it could also be representing a lack of love and support you may be feeling during your 'awake' hours.
On the positive side, black can also be seen as a 'blank slate', inviting you to delve deeper into your subconscious to learn more about yourself. It can also be representative of new possibilities waiting to write their story on the slate. If the dream is a joyous one, the colour black may signify hidden spirituality or divine qualities within yourself.
On the positive side, black can also be seen as a 'blank slate', inviting you to delve deeper into your subconscious to learn more about yourself. It can also be representative of new possibilities waiting to write their story on the slate. If the dream is a joyous one, the colour black may signify hidden spirituality or divine qualities within yourself.
WHITE-This colour signifies hope, faith, purity, perfection, confidence, innocence and enlightenment. It signifies new beginnings, a fresh new outlook on life. Just like with black, it can be viewed as a 'new slate'. It may also be beckoning you to look deeper for truths inside yourself A soft or pearl white could indicate the gift of prophesy.
Not everything associated with the colour is positive; it too has its dark side. White can mean that something is being covered up or hidden. Does the term "|whitewashed" ring a bell? It can also mean a proud, rigid and judgmental attitude, and a certain immaturity of nature. In some Eastern cultures, white is also the symbol of death.
Not everything associated with the colour is positive; it too has its dark side. White can mean that something is being covered up or hidden. Does the term "|whitewashed" ring a bell? It can also mean a proud, rigid and judgmental attitude, and a certain immaturity of nature. In some Eastern cultures, white is also the symbol of death.
RED-This is the colour of raw energy, force, vigor, intense passion, aggression, power, courage, and impulsiveness. Likewise it is also indicative of danger, violence, blood, shame, and rejection. Seeing a predominance of red in your dreams may be warning you to stop and think about your actions. Conversely, it can also indicate a lack of energy and a feeling of lethargy. Perhaps it is telling you to take action!
On the plus side, seeing red in your dreams may can be a sign of determination, honour, willpower, freedom, activity, strength, independence, initiative, and leadership.
On the plus side, seeing red in your dreams may can be a sign of determination, honour, willpower, freedom, activity, strength, independence, initiative, and leadership.
YELLOW-Like most colours, yellow has both a positive and negative side. To better understand the meaning, the overall mood of the dream must first be determined. If the dream is a positive one, then the colour indicates intellect, energy, agility, happiness, harmony, and wisdom. However, if the vibe of the dream is negative, then the colour is symbolizing deceit, disgrace, betrayal, cowardice and sickness. In this instance, it may be telling you that your desire to please others is causing you to lose focus of your own goals and happiness. It can also be indicative of your own inability to make a firm decision. If you dream about being in a yellow room, it is telling you that you are mentally stimulated and need to harness that to act accordingly.
GREEN-Green is usually a good dream colour. It symbolizes a positive change, good health, growth, fertility, healing, hope, vigor, vitality, peace, and serenity. It may be telling you that it is time to let go of old feelings of anger or resentment. It could be giving you the 'green light' to go ahead with a course of action you had been pondering.
On the converse, it could be viewed as a lack of experience, envy, or jealousy. It may be telling you that it is time to give up some material possessions in order to achieve inner happiness.
On the converse, it could be viewed as a lack of experience, envy, or jealousy. It may be telling you that it is time to give up some material possessions in order to achieve inner happiness.
BLUE-This colour represents truth, wisdom, heaven, eternity, devotion, tranquility, loyalty and openness. It may be expressing your desire to get away from a certain situation. It suggests a clarity of mind or hope for the future. It could be inspiring you to show love, kindness and compassion, wisdom, gentleness, patience, forgiveness, healing, contemplation and sensitivity.
On the negative side, blue (especially navy blue) can be an indicator of rigidity or a lack of individuality. It can also be a metaphor for sadness. The saying 'feeling blue' stems from this concept.
On the negative side, blue (especially navy blue) can be an indicator of rigidity or a lack of individuality. It can also be a metaphor for sadness. The saying 'feeling blue' stems from this concept.
PURPLE-Purple is the colour of royalty. As such it is a symbol of authority, especially in matters of spiritual leadership and teaching. It is indicative of the need to form harmonious relationships with others. It may also be a sign of spiritual intuition. Seeing purple in dreams is often prophetic. Your dream may actually be a foreshadowing of future events to come.
It is important to pay attention to the shade of purple. Mauve is a symbol of endurance, while lilac is a symbol of responsibility. It may be telling you that it is time to correct certain traits such as lack of discipline, resentment, contempt, arrogance, pride and forgetfulness.
It is important to pay attention to the shade of purple. Mauve is a symbol of endurance, while lilac is a symbol of responsibility. It may be telling you that it is time to correct certain traits such as lack of discipline, resentment, contempt, arrogance, pride and forgetfulness.
ORANGE-If this colour appears in your dreams, it is telling you that it is time to explore new interests. It is a colour of joy, and is symbolic of hope, friendliness, courtesy, generosity, liveliness, and sociability. It can indicate ambition, exploration, enthusiasm and self-motivation. It may also be telling you that it is time to give up old prejudices or suspicions. Perhaps it is time for you to be a little more trusting than you have in the past. If the colour orange appears in a dream involving your career/schooling it could also be an indication of a promotion or good grades on that exam you were worrying about! It is telling you to release such negatives as a superiority complex, power-seeking pride and superficiality.
GREY-Although this colour may indicate individualism and deep inner wisdom, it generally has a negative connotation when appearing in dreams. It is an indicator of fear, depression, confusion and ill-health. It may be suggesting that you feel isolated, detached and/or emotionally distant.You may be having a feeling of ambivalence towards a certain person, situation, or just life in general. It is the colour of non-commitment, and seeing grey in your dreams may be pushing you to finally commit or walk away for good.
BROWN-This is the colour of the earth, symbolizing practicality . It can also be a subconscious hint that you need to get back to your roots. It cab be a subtle reminder to 'get back to basics' and let go of all the excess baggage.
Brown in a dream symbolizes worldliness, practicality, domestic bliss, physical comfort, conservatism, and a materialistic character. If the shade of brown is particularly dull or dark, this could represent a denial of spirit or something negative in your life that needs to be left behind.
Brown in a dream symbolizes worldliness, practicality, domestic bliss, physical comfort, conservatism, and a materialistic character. If the shade of brown is particularly dull or dark, this could represent a denial of spirit or something negative in your life that needs to be left behind.
SILVER-Silver in a dream represents justice or purity. It is associated with protective energy and also points to a high level of spiritual intuition. If the silver is in the form of coins, it is indicative of financial profit or on a more esoteric plane it could be symbolic of your inner female values. Beware, however, if the silver is in the form of ingots, it means that you have set your values too high.
Silver in a dream is an indication that a useful object or helpful person is standing by ready to assist you, even if they are presently at some distance away. On the negative sign, it can also be trying to warn you about becoming too enamored with money and financial gain, and that such continued pursuits are at the cost of your own contentment and happiness.
Silver in a dream is an indication that a useful object or helpful person is standing by ready to assist you, even if they are presently at some distance away. On the negative sign, it can also be trying to warn you about becoming too enamored with money and financial gain, and that such continued pursuits are at the cost of your own contentment and happiness.
GOLD-Dreaming of gold can signify your own determination and unyielding nature. It is indicative of an ability to connect with the spirit realm, and is a symbol of spiritual healing. Representative of the sun, which in turn symbolizes male energy. If you have a poor relationship with your father (or father figure), it may be warning you that it is time to perhaps cut ties and count your losses. it reflects richness, refinement, rewards and enhancement. It may symbolize financial wealth or good health. On the flip side, it can also be a symbol of greed and temptation. It may also be a symbol of everything you treasure in life, and a reminder to not under-appreciate your own inner value.
Knowing the meanings behind the colours in our dreams can both enrich the experience and enhance the hidden meanings behind them. Needless to say, the colours highlighted in this lesson are only a small smattering of the possibilities. There are an infinite number of hues and shades that it would be impossible to list them all in a single (or even a hundred) lessons!