The Color Yellow

by James Masters

Sunlight & Wisdom

In the original Pride Flag, yellow represents sunlight. Symbolically, this corresponds to the Twelve Powers, where yellow represents wisdom. Wisdom, like sunlight, illuminates our path and provides the light we need to navigate our experiences while living on this planet.

Louise Hay, a prominent New Thought teacher, expressed the significance of wisdom lighting the way beautifully in the book, “Life: Reflections on the Journey.”

"There is always an answer to every question, a solution to every problem. We are never lost, lonely, or abandoned in Life because we have this infinite wisdom and guidance constantly with us. Learn to trust it, and you will feel safe throughout your life."

Wisdom is something accessible to every person, regardless of their alignment with a particular wisdom tradition. While there are many wisdom traditions to choose from, wisdom itself is a universal essence.

Meditation

We can cultivate a deeper alignment with wisdom through specific practices. Many people use meditation or centering prayer to tap into the wisdom within them. Two primary practices associated with meditation are focused meditation or centering prayer and observational meditation, also known as Vipassana meditation.

In focused meditation or centering prayer, individuals direct their attention to a specific object, such as a mantra, their breath, or a centering point. When their thoughts wander, the practitioner gently refocuses on the chosen point of focus.

Observational meditation, on the other hand, involves non-judgmental observation. Practitioners can observe the external world with open eyes without judgment, listen to the sounds around them without judgment, or turn their attention inward, focusing on the activity within themselves or the space between thoughts. The key here is to observe is to observe the whole rather than label or judge.

Meditation Myths

There are some myths surrounding the practice of meditation, one being the goal of silencing the mind. However, the nature of the mind is to think. While moments of blissful silence may arise during meditation, the true goal is to be present to the unfolding of our lives.

Being present allows us to tap into our inner light (wisdom), providing us with the clarity to perceive things differently. The only moment that truly exists is the present moment—this is where everything is happening. All the love, joy, and peace we seek are experienced in the now.

Our Stories

As our consciousness aligns with the present moment, we become less entangled in the false and often painful narratives of "I will be happy when..." that are common stories people tell themselves. The idea of future happiness can create stress and challenges. However, by becoming more present to our experiences, we recognize that challenges are temporary and that solutions can be found.