high standards in relationships: what they really are

We hear a lot about “having high standards” in relationships - but often, what people think that means (perfection, luxury, never being triggered) is far from what actually creates healthy, secure love.In this episode, we unpack the difference between performative standards and embodied expectations.We explore:Why high standards aren’t about control or entitlementThe internal work required to uphold grounded expectationsHow nervous system regulation and self-trust shape what we accept in relationshipsWhat it looks like in practice to hold your standards without becoming rigid or unrealisticWhether you’re dating, in a relationship, or reflecting on your past patterns, this episode helps you anchor into what true self-worth sounds and feels like in love – not from ego, but from emotional maturity. Tune in and let’s reframe what high standards actually look like.#secureattachment #datingadvice #highstandards #healthyrelationship