Time. And patience. I made out with more people than I can count (or remember) in high school, but now it's very hard for me to become intimate with another guy. I think it's because now I have some self-respect and I've made some choices for me to get an idea of who it is I want to date. I decided I don't want to make out with someone just to make out with them, I have to be very choosy, and above all, I really want to feel like I am in love with the person, which has yet to happen for me.

Self respect and kindness towards yourself is very important. As annoying as it sounds, it is true that to love others one must love themselves. I would feel not worthy of love and affection, and until I learned (well, I'm still learning) to take care of myself physically and emotionally can I open the door to the affection of someone else. It's not an overnight thing, it's a tough battle, but in the end it's worth it so that you're not forcing yourself to do things you don't want to do for the sake of feeling wanted.

Don't feel like you have to force upon a boyfriend just to say you have one. Try online dating, try going to clubs or social groups at school, and try doing things you love to do and see if there is someone else who shares your interest.

Good luck.