The Mindfulness Paradox: Trading Perfection for Presence with Florence Doisneau

What if your mindfulness practice is stressing you out more than it’s helping you? In this thought-provoking episode of The Soul Mirror, host Shreya is joined by Florence Doisneau, a self-realization coach and wellness guide, to unpack “The Mindfulness Paradox.” Together, they explore why the pursuit of peace can sometimes become just another pressure—and how to shift from performance to presence. From the myths around meditation to the deeper meaning of authenticity, Florence offers grounded insights to help listeners reconnect with their inner truth. Whether you’re new to mindfulness or feeling stuck in your routine, this episode is your invitation to slow down and come home to yourself. #MindfulnessMatters #SelfRealization #MentalWellness #SoulfulLiving #PodcastShow #AuthenticLiving #HealthyMindByAvik #MeditationTips #MindfulLiving #PresenceNotPerfection

About the Guest: Florence Doisneau is a self-realization coach with a foundation in yoga, mindfulness, and transformative coaching. Through her work and programs like The Realization Catalyst, she supports seekers in moving from overwhelm to inner alignment—helping them replace pressure with peace and discover deeper connection in community.

Key Takeaways: Florence Doisneau shares how mindfulness, when misunderstood, can become another form of self-judgment. She explains that many people quit meditation because they expect to quiet their minds instantly—when in fact, the practice is about observing thoughts, not erasing them. Florence highlights the importance of recognizing mindfulness as an umbrella term, much like "exercise," and aligning techniques with desired outcomes. She also discusses her personal experience of realizing her daily practice had become mechanical—and how that awareness led her back to true presence.

Florence defines self-realization as the unfolding of one’s true self through mindful presence, going beyond external development to reconnect with inner truth. In group work, she emphasizes the power of shared insight and how a well-held space can elevate everyone's growth. Authenticity, according to Florence, emerges when we drop distractions and tune into what’s real—moment by moment.

Importantly, Florence encourages listeners to stop treating mindfulness as a scheduled task. Instead, presence is available in every moment. This conversation is a powerful reminder that peace isn’t a goal to chase, but a space we can return to, again and again.

 

Connect with the Guest: Website: https://realizeunlimited.com

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