This month I’m fully focused on helping you knock down anything that is blocking you, and opening up pathways to new possibilities. Music is one tool that always helps me get motivated. What are some tools that work for you?

This week:
💫 In Motion - Why “7” by Prince is my vecna song
🔎 In Focus - Conquering 7 deadly “flow blockers”
🎵 In Flow - Inspirational picks to help you break through

IN MOTION

Now that the Stranger Things finale has officially aired (RIP Hawkins 2016–2025), we can finally talk about the "Vecna Song" as more than just a meme. It’s a survival strategy.

In the show, music is the lifeline that pulls you out of your darkest mental loops. For me, that lifeline has always been the song ”7” by Prince.

In this song, Prince suggests intellect and savoir-faire as the ultimate weapons we can use to fight our demons. I took some time to reflect on why I find this song to be empowering, and how it applies to my coaching framework.

This week, I’m naming the seven internal blocks that often paralyze us, and offering some tips to help you “smoke them all.”

IN FOCUS

The point of a "Vecna song" in Stranger Things is that a deeply personal, favorite song acts as a psychic lifeline, grounding a victim in reality and helping them fight Vecna's mental attack. To choose a Vecna song, pick something deeply personal that evokes powerful, positive memories or pure joy.

Choose a song that:

Hit reply and let me know what your Vecna song is!

And if you’re ready to escape the Upside Down once and for all, there’s still time to grab a seat in this upcoming workshop!

January 22 | 6:00 PM CT | FREE Live Workshop

This is not a sit-and-get webinar. It’s a hands-on, guided experience where you’ll design a prototype for your next career or business move.

Innovation isn’t your escape plan. It’s your reclamation project.

👉 Register now for the January 22 workshop and unlock your creative energy for the new year. Registration will be capped as this is a hands-on experience!

IN FLOW

🎵 "The Vault" by Prince I’m sharing a link to “The Vault” so you can check out some of the previously unreleased songs from Prince’s legendary vault. 7 is actually on Love Symbol (listen here) and not currently in stock at Val’s halla Records.
MORE PICKS: Discover more vinyl gems 

📘 The Creative Habit by Twyla Tharp Want a new kind of inspiration? Written by one of the world’s leading dance artists, this book shares secrets for developing and honing your creative talents applicable to any career track.
MORE PICKS: Browse my Pivot to Flow bookshelf

_{Disclosure: I earn a small commission from Bookshop.org purchases, at no extra cost to you. Every purchase also supports independent bookstores. Additionally, my family owns and operates Val’s halla Records, a female-founded independent record store that opened in 1972. Support indie shops, authors, artists, and your own mental wellbeing by making a habit of enjoying physical books and vinyl records!}

I’ve launched full frameworks for two transformational coaching packages! Explore Pivot with Purpose and Build for Impact and let me know what resonates.

Let’s get flowing,

Margot

P.S. As always, reach out any time to schedule a 30-minute Catalyst Conversation so we can chat about your next move.