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There’s a lot of buzz nowadays about self-love. You’ve probably heard sayings like...
“You have to love yourself first,”
“If you don’t love yourself, no one else will,” or
“When you stop looking for love, it will find you.”
While these phrases may have good intentions, they can also leave us feeling confused, frustrated, and even unworthy of seeking love.
The truth is, self-love is important—but it’s not the whole picture. Humans are wired for connection. Love, in all its forms, is as vital as air. While loving yourself can build confidence and resilience, it doesn’t replace the need to receive love from others. Romantic love, especially, can fill a space within us that nothing else can.
Here are six reasons why we all need love from others to truly thrive:
1. Love Fosters Growth
Love, whether from a partner, family, or friends, challenges us to grow in ways we can’t on our own. The reflection and support we receive from others help us see new sides of ourselves, making us more compassionate, understanding, and emotionally intelligent.
2. Love Provides Safety and Support
Having someone to lean on during tough times—a partner, soulmate, or even a close friend—offers a sense of security that self-love alone can’t provide. Knowing that someone has your back gives you the courage to face life’s challenges.
3. Love Validates Our Humanity
As humans, we crave connection and affirmation. Hearing “I love you” or feeling cared for reinforces our inherent worth. It reminds us that we’re not alone and that our presence matters in someone else’s life.
4. Love Heals Wounds
Some wounds are too deep to heal on our own. The right kind of love can act as a balm for the heart, soothing past hurts and helping us rebuild trust in ourselves and others. Love from others often provides the external validation we need to reframe old narratives of pain and rejection.
5. Love Brings Joy and Meaning
Sharing love with another person adds depth and meaning to life. From shared laughter to quiet moments of connection, love enriches our experiences and makes the good times even sweeter.
6. Love Inspires Us
Love has a way of pulling us toward our highest potential. When someone sees the best in us, it inspires us to believe in ourselves and aim higher. Romantic love, in particular, can spark creativity, ambition, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Whether it’s the love of friends and family or the bond with a soulmate, love is an essential part of the human experience. Your soulmate, or life partner, often becomes a cornerstone of your life—your anchor in stormy seas and your greatest cheerleader when skies are clear.
In today’s world, it can feel harder than ever to find meaningful love. But just because it feels difficult doesn’t mean it’s impossible—or that you don’t deserve it. You do.
If you’re ready to welcome love into your life, my free Manifest Love Sleep Meditation can help. By simply listening as you drift off to sleep, you’ll open yourself to receiving the love you’ve been searching for.
And remember, you don’t need to be perfect or love yourself completely to be worthy of a healthy, fulfilling relationship. Love is healing, and sometimes that healing comes from the care and devotion of another person.
You are deserving of love, in all its forms. Let yourself believe that. ❤️
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