Dun, dun, dun!! It’s that time of year, your girl mercury retrogrades! But no worries, we got this! Sometimes music can really help us come back to ourselves. Keeping that same energy, we compiled a playlist to help keep all of us sane.

Music can be your solace but that’s only half the battle.

Here are a few tips for a smooth retrograde:

• Don’t speculate or take things personally

• Think before you speak – take three deep breaths so you respond consciously rather than react unconsciously

• Take excellent care of yourself, spend time alone in nature, meditate

• Detoxify your body and mind with a cleanse, yoga, sea salt baths

• Journal to process your feelings

• Triple check all details for travel, any emails, contracts etc.

• Leave extra time for travel and appointments, make extra copies and back things up

And if this doesn’t work recite the below affirmations:

I am safe, secure and supported.

I have infinite patience.

I am watched over and protected in all ways.

My intuition guides me to make the best decisions for my highest good.

I mindful and vigilant with all details.

I stay centered and calm amidst chaos.

I speak my truth with love and grace, honoring myself and everyone else.

It is safe and right for me to take time to rest and replenish.

I practice compassion and loving assertiveness with perfect balance.

All my affairs are in divine order and care.

I am willing to release all that no longer serves me.

I am ready to heal old wounds, triggers and patterns and move forward freely.

I am ready to bless, forgive and release.

I am willing to learn lessons with wisdom and joy.

I welcome opportunities to heal and grow.

I appreciate this time of review and enjoy slowing down and reflecting.

I feel more creative, connected and intuitive.

I love reconnecting with old friends and reminiscing on great times.

I rest in my truth and know I am safe and all is well.

Add if all else fails…just get high!!!

Recommended strain: White Widow, is a hybrid between the resin-heavy South Indian indica and Brazilian sativa. White Widow will leave users with a strong sense of euphoria, as well as a boost in energy that really bodes well for a beautiful, yet loaded day. You can never go wrong with its woody, earthy, and pine aromas.

While its dominant traits are that of a “cheerful” and “carefree” bud, White Widow also stimulates creativity, without falling into the territory of a paranoia-inducing sativa.