Act As If” ≠ Go Broke Trying to Manifest It

In this episode of Business & Brunch, we’re breaking down one of the most misused pieces of mindset advice: “Act as if you already have it.”Because let’s be real — acting “as if” can quickly turn into performing abundance, over-investing, and ending up in survival mode wondering where the hell your manifestations are.I share my own story of following this advice to the letter and still ending up with more debt than momentum — and what finally clicked to turn it all around.We’ll dive into:Why “acting as if” doesn’t mean spend like a maniacThe real difference between embodying your higher self vs. performing itHow I shifted from panic-driven decisions to grounded self-trustWhy building your business from clarity + strategy changes everythingThe exact journal prompt I still use to check myself before I actIf you’ve ever felt like you were doing everything “right” but nothing was working — this is the one to sit with.✨ Journal Prompt: Where am I “acting as if” from performance — not power? What would the grounded version of me actually choose right now?—Ready to build a business from actual self-trust, strategy, and alignment? Inside Simple Business Builder, we help you build out your offers, personal brand, marketing, and sales systems from the version of you who is already in her power.This is where consistent $5K months become your new normal — without burnout, fluff, or financial chaos.Learn more + join here → https://app.heartbeat.chat/simplebusinessbuilder/invitation?code=D479F9 Be sure to tag @AliciaCroci on Instagram when you’re listening—she’d love to celebrate with you!FREE Resources and ways to work with Alicia FREE Community for women who crave money, freedom, & unshakable confidence 😎✌🏻but also want a community that is more than just business chats ☕️Let's Connect: If this episode gave you that "aha moment," screenshot it, share it on Stories, and tag me @aliciacroci. I want to see your offer suite glow-up! https://www.instagram.com/aliciacroci/ 🔗 Resources & Links: → Check out ways to work with me + FREE resources: https://wildlycreativestudio.myflodesk.com/linkinbio FREE Community for women who crave money, freedom, & unshakable confidence 😎✌🏻but also want a community that is more than just business chats ☕️ https://t.me/+_WyAqSL1dLplZmVh This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit aliciacroci.substack.com