Hello my friend,
In my last blog, we explored the quiet power of momentum - the idea that you don’t need to feel ready, just willing. That small, consistent action creates movement, builds confidence, and leads to lasting change.
Momentum is powerful. But here’s the thing: momentum without direction can still leave you feeling stuck. That’s where standards come in.
If momentum is the energy that moves you forward, standards are the compass.
Standards are the often-unspoken expectations we hold - for ourselves, for our relationships, for how we allow our time and energy to be used. They shape what we say 'yes' to, what we tolerate, and how we navigate the world around us. The truth is, we all have standards, whether we have consciously set them or not.
Standards are about how you treat yourself today. What you allow into your space. How you respond to discomfort. How often you honour your own needs and boundaries.
Think of standards as your baseline - the minimum level of what you're willing to accept. When that baseline is low, you might find yourself overgiving, settling, feeling depleted, or living out of alignment. But when that baseline rises, everything around it starts to shift too: your choices, your energy, and your confidence.
And this is where the real magic happens:
When momentum meets raised standards, transformation begins.
You start taking action that reflects your worth. You stop tolerating things that no longer serve you. You begin making decisions that honour who you are becoming, not just who you have been.
This isn’t about pressure or perfection - it’s about self-respect. It’s about choosing to lead yourself, gently and intentionally.
In coaching, I will ask clients: - What are you no longer available for?
- And what new standard are you ready to hold for yourself?
When you raise your standards, you start to filter the world differently.
You become more intentional with your time, more discerning with your energy, and more aligned in your choices.
In short?
You start showing up as the version of you who actually lives the life you’re dreaming about.
Raising your standards might look like: - Saying no (and feeling less guilt about it)
- Choosing relationships that feel reciprocal, not draining
- Committing to rest and nourishment, not just productivity
- Making decisions that match your values, not from a place of fear.
And the beautiful thing is that (as always) you get to decide.
You can raise your standards at any time, and once you do, your life begins to reorganise around them.
So here’s your gentle reflection for today:
Is this aligned with the standards I truly want to live by?
If the answer is no, that’s not a failure - it’s an invitation. A chance to pause, realign, and begin again.
If you’re ready to reset and reconnect, you might love one of our morning retreats - or perhaps a 1:1 Reiki session or a sound bath feels more aligned right now.
And if you’re feeling called to create momentum that’s rooted in alignment - to raise your standards and build a life that truly reflects them, why not book a coaching session? I’d be honoured to support you.
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Have a wonderful week!
Amy 💜🤟
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