Self-love is a topic that affects each of us, especially when it comes to romantic relationships. Since childhood, we are often told that we need to love ourselves in order to be able to love another. But is this really true? Is it possible to truly love someone if we do not have harmony within ourselves?

I tend to think that self-love is the basis for healthy relationships. When we love and accept ourselves, we do not look for what we lack inside another person. We do not try to fill the void, but share our fullness, our happiness. This makes the relationship healthier and stronger.

At the same time, I do not believe that you need to fully achieve self-acceptance in order to start loving another person. After all, the process of self-knowledge and self-improvement is endless. We all learn, grow and change. Sometimes it is in relationships that we begin to see our weaknesses and vulnerabilities that were previously invisible to us. And that's okay.

Is it possible to love if you don't love yourself? I think so. But such relationships are often built on insecurity and the need to confirm your value. They can be fragile and unstable. However, in such relationships there is also a chance to grow and understand yourself better.

Self-love is not selfishness or narcissism. It is an understanding of your strengths and weaknesses, respect for your inner world and the ability to take care of yourself. When we value ourselves, we can value another person, understanding that no one is perfect.

So, perhaps, the key is to continue working on yourself and your relationships. So as not to seek salvation in another, but to strive for mutual support and respect. Because love is not about finding someone to fill our emptiness, it's about finding someone who inspires us to be better.