There’s no need to fear, even though Mercury Retrograde is certainly here.

Many of us can relate to the nerve-wracking, anxiety-inducing feeling when our Instagram feeds light up with posts pointing out an impending retrograde. But fear not, the cosmos are never working against us, but always in our favor — sometimes just in a “less direct” manner.

With the first Mercury Retrograde of the year upon us, here’s how to thrive while the well-known ruler of communication, technology, and travel, takes on his “backward” transit.

We all know February is the month of L-O-V-E. It’s the time to soak up that self-love and focus on what feels good! Whether that’s carving out time for a bubble bath, trying a new kind of yoga class or taking yourself on a date night and splurging on dessert, there are lots of ways we can show ourselves the love we deserve!

As we transition this month from Aquarius to the energy of Pisces we as a collective are being asked to dive deep into our heart space, learning to think with our heart instead of our head! Particularly in pursuit of our happiness, dreams, and ambitions.

After dreaming big but strategically in January with the energy of Capricorn and Aquarius, it is now time to fuel everything from our day-to-day tasks to our biggest goals with a little more heart and soul!

The deep, watery energy of Pisces asks us to reconnect to the “why” of what we want to do and create in our lives. And allow that clarity to not only open the door but give us a passionate push in the right direction. Feel first this month, and leave the overthinking behind!

he’s been there for you since the beginning and she’ll be there for you to the end. She always feels like home. She feeds you, clothes you, provides a roof over your head. She is the stability that keeps you grounded. Not to mention she’s an excellent listener, always provides the greatest adventures, and never asks for anything in return...the essence of balance, and the ultimate example of unconditional love.

True love comes in lots of forms… but our love for the Earth will stand the test of time. She really is always there for us. So here are 5 ways this Valentine’s Day that we can show a little love back.

Spring has arrived and with it the astrological new year. This season in the natural world, of which we are of course a part, is the epitome of the transition of death into life, a miraculous and yet cyclical rebirth. An exciting time as the cosmos begins its next transit through the signs, beginning of course with fiery Aries.

This month asks us to look within at the knowledge and self-awareness we have garnered from winter’s reflection, and ask ourselves, am I ready to be reborn? We are breaking through the proverbial chrysalis and set with the challenge of choosing, will we use our newfound wings? The universe is here to support us, the wind that gives us height. But we must take the leap and trust without a doubt that we will soar.

Where most of us flock to the mountains when we think of retreating into nature, the desert has an unparalleled magic that is often overlooked. Which is why for this month’s Travel Tuesday we’re taking you to the spiritual mecca of Southern California, Joshua Tree National Park, where we spent a week chasing our bliss and dancing in our favorite threads at Bhakti Fest!