By Netera Landar
“Welcome to Luminara, a living spell, formed from intention, energy, and
the ancient pull of what’s been forgotten but never truly lost. This is
a sanctuary for the seekers, the wanderers, the ones who feel the veil
thin and know there’s more.”---Sedona Starchild, Luminara’s creator.
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destinations, under Nature and Beaches, I decided to explore Luminara.
The SL summary said that “it’s a space created with care, where every
detail holds a deeper meaning, if you’re open to it.” That piqued my
interest.
This gem was first created by Sedona Starchild as The
Healing Muse, then as Mudra, and is now in its latest evolution as
Luminara.
“This sim came from a very personal space, born out of
my own need to heal emotional wounds. It’s an invitation to slow down,
explore gently, and connect with something meaningful, both within the
space and within yourself,” explained Sedona.
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| The sign at the landing point directs guests on how to use the books in the nearby building. |
At the landing point, I saw a woodpecker very eager to make a hole in a
sign. Not a good place for a nest, but the sign was informative. It said
to touch a book in the nearby building, select “Read Now,” and the book
will start reading in local chat. You’ll be the only one to see it.
These books offer short insights to be experienced in-world.
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| The bookshelves have numerous engaging titles to read. |
Approach the bookshelves and browse the titles to find one that
interests you. Each title begins with “Let’s Talk About.” There are
books on Time Management in Second Life, Friendships, Social Bonding and
Loneliness in Second Life, What We Choose to Become, Feminine and
Masculine Energy, Emotional Affairs, and Rebuilding Trust After It’s
Been Broken. Many more books are available.
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| A second sign welcomes guests to Luminara and tells them to explore, reflect, and discover. |
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| Blackbirds circle the entrance of the Apothecary. |
A short walk from there is the Alchemy Greenhouse. Starchild’s message
encourages you to touch the jars of herbs to discover their secrets. A
Tarot Wall explains the meaning of each card. You can explore Reiki,
essential oils, astrology, numerology, and runes. You can even talk to
Noah, an AI guide. Learn about the moon phases, and there’s a book on
Celtic Druidism.
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| Inside the Apothecary |
Inside the greenhouse, you’ll find Midnight Oracle, a spiritual advisor
who is a black cat. He watches you as you enter his domain. Touch a
candle to hold it, and watch your step, as the animated broom is busy at
work. To the left is a group join and a tip jar. On the table, you
will find a Himalayan salt lamp, a green yoga mat, a healing muse
candle, a green Namaste cushion, and a healing muse bracelet.
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| The dance circle awaits its dancers. Flames are intense here. Prayers will be spoken. |
At the dance circle, stone pillars contain flames, and a bonfire is in
the center. The floating key whispers questions, asking you to look
deeper within yourself to find a path to self-discovery. According to
the prompt, “this is a sacred space between the physical and spiritual, a
way to release, awaken, and connect here.” The circle represents the
cycle of life.
The Mirror of Introspection area features a slightly raised platform
covered with garden grass and small wildflowers. A couch is there for
silent reflection. The mirror is situated behind the sitting area. In
front of a hedge, there is a floating key. When you touch it, it will
ask, “A reflection meant for you reveals: What belief about yourself no
longer serves you and is ready to be released?”
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| The Native American Wisdom Circle was one of my favorite areas on the sim. |
Walking towards the Native American Wisdom Circle, Sedona’s prompt
states, “This is a sacred space of ancestral knowledge, reflection, and
connection.”
“The campfire burns as a symbol of warmth,
storytelling, and transformation. Gather here to honor the wisdom of the
past and the power of shared experience,” said another prompt.
Click
Mother Drum for a menu of sounds. The sections are Seasons, Journey,
Canyon, Tribal, Perfection, Creation, Callback, and Rabbit. Click one or
all. Raise your computer’s volume so you can hear them louder and feel
their power. A dreamcatcher is at the river’s edge, as well as the Chief
and Elder Fox. Click both for words of wisdom.
“Learn about
healing and protection from the bear. Embrace adaptability and
resourcefulness with the fox. Discover the meaning of dreams by touching
the dreamcatcher,” says Sedona’s prompt.
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| Sedona Starchild and her companion, Veil, in the sound bath. |
After five visits, I noticed that Sedona was online, so I contacted her. I was invited to see the sound bath. She told me, “After years of holding live meditations, I learned the importance of evolving how I hold space. The sound bath now offers ongoing meditations, Tibetan bowls, and shamanic journeys, allowing people to engage in their own time and way.”
Those chosen landscapes and attention to detail have been carefully arranged. This is the type of sim designed for self-discovery. Somewhere to venture to when you want to be alone to think about your life and the direction you wish to take.
Netera Landar
