How do I know if I'm ready to find love?

Opening oneself up to love sounds pretty simple. And yet, many people say they want it while still protecting themselves without realising. You see, being open to love isn’t just about wanting a relationship because you fear being alone or because you long for connection. So what’s the real difference between wanting love and genuinely being ready for it? We often look for in love what we have lost elsewhere: security, recognition, meaning.The desire for a relationship can sometimes hide …