The Mindfulness Paradox: Why Forcing Peace Keeps You From It – Healing Through Self-Realization with Florence Doisneau

In this thought-provoking episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Florence Doisneau, self-realization coach and founder of Realize Unlimited, to explore the “Mindfulness Paradox” — how striving too hard for peace can actually keep us from it. Florence shares how addiction, anxiety, and inner turmoil can be approached not through control, but through curiosity and presence. Together, they unpack why mindfulness isn’t about chasing stillness, but about allowing it to emerge naturally. This conversation blends deep personal insight with practical wisdom on rewiring patterns, overcoming destructive habits, and reclaiming sovereignty over your life.

Whether you’re navigating recovery, burnout, or simply seeking more alignment, this episode offers a soulful recalibration and a reminder: you are not your behaviors; you are far more.

About the Guest: Florence Doisneau is a self-realization coach and founder of Realize Unlimited and The Realization Hub. Drawing from her own journey through struggle, she helps people move from survival mode to sovereign living, blending mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and resilience-building. Her work focuses on helping individuals stop outsourcing their peace and start embodying their truth.

Key Takeaways :

• The Mindfulness Paradox: Striving for peace can create more mental noise; allowing stillness to arise naturally fosters deeper calm.

• Healing Beyond the Finish Line: Self-awareness is a lifelong, unfolding journey—there’s no “final” point of healing.

• Mind as Water Analogy: Like water, the mind settles when left undisturbed; forcing solutions often creates turbulence.

• Addiction Redefined: Addiction isn’t always substance-based—it can be to emotions, behaviors, or states of mind.

• Core Self vs. Ego Self: Understanding that you are not your thoughts or behaviors helps create space for transformation.

• The Role of Community: Group settings can amplify insights and create collective energy for healing.

• Sovereignty in Healing: True recovery is not just about sobriety—it’s about reclaiming autonomy over your life and choices.

• Mindfulness in Chaos: Real practice shows when calm can be maintained amidst noise, pressure, or uncertainty.

Connect with Florence Doisneau: Website: https://realizeunlimited.com

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