This can be challenging, especially if we've grown up in a dysfunctional environment where we learned that if we wanted to "get" love we had to sacrifice our needs, wants and desires. Instead of feeling loved, we find ourselves in patterns where we feel unappreciated and emotionally depleted.
But it's time to stop looking "out there" and look within because love begins with SELF. Like anything new and unfamiliar it will take some time and patience to love and accept yourself despite your mistakes, flaws and the messes you create. Here are some baby steps to get you there: