# Start Before You’re Ready: Why Waiting for Confidence Is Holding You Back with Jon Prince

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Published: 2026-02-02T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://emmamumford.co.uk/
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Welcome, gorgeous souls, to Episode 417 of Aligned Abundance! ✨ This week, I’m joined by author and mindset coach Jon Prince for a powerful conversation around his new book, Start Before You’re Ready and why waiting to feel confident might be the very thing holding you back. So many of us believe we need clarity or motivation before we take action…but what if confidence is actually created through action? In this episode, we explore the hidden mindset patterns that keep us stuck, how perception shapes motivation, and how to tell the difference between genuine preparation and procrastination disguised as planning. Together, we dive into practical tools and empowering perspective shifts to help you move forward - even when self-doubt or intrusive thoughts show up. Here’s what you’ll discover in this week’s episode: Why waiting to feel “ready” keeps so many people stuck The biggest misconception about confidence and motivation How to spot procrastination disguised as preparation Tools for overcoming self-doubt and intrusive thoughts Because Aligned Abundance isn’t about forcing confidence - it’s about starting before you’re ready and becoming the version of you who trusts themself enough to move. Don’t forget to share your biggest takeaways with me on Instagram @iamemmamumford Visit Jon's website: https://www.theperceptioncoach.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Explore More Ways to Manifest Your Dream Life... 💫​ Get my NEW Book: Aligned Abundance (release expectations, become magnetic and manifest the life of your dreams) My Book: Hurt, Healing, Healed (Release limiting beliefs, fears and block to supercharge your manifestation) My #1 Bestselling Book: Positively Wealthy Join the Manifestation Membership My Amazon B…

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