Love and the self are one and the discovery of either is the realization of both.
We don't love to be loved in return; we love to love.
Don't brood. Get on with living and loving. You don't have forever.
If you want to learn to love, then you must start the process of finding out what it is, what qualities make up a loving person and how these are developed. Each person has the potential for love. But potential is never realized without work.
Everybody needs a hug. It changes your metabolism.
Never idealize others. They will never live up to your expectations. Don't over-analyze your relationships. Stop playing games. A growing relationship can only be nurtured by genuineness.