If you do not love yourself, you will be looking to ‘get’ that which you feel you are lacking from others and will surely be disappointed. It is when we are insecure with ourselves that we look for someone else to ‘complete’ us or ‘fill us up’ or ‘make us happy’. A relationship based on needing another’s attention, admiration or love to feel complete is a recipe for heartbreak...
How can you know the difference between a sturdy and rickety support structure? You may love your friends and family, but if they are not helping to move you in a positive direction, take them off your call list for when you need support or a healthy sounding board...