I do agree with the "if you don't love yourself, you can't love someone else" theory.

I do not agree that everything is based on "mutual benefit".

I accept rejection as a normal part of life. Not everyone is going to like you or support what you are doing. That's just life. Everyone is different with amazingly different experiences that shape who they are.

It might hurt, but that's just an indicator that we are different from those who reject us. Better them reject you immediately than have it happen down the line. It shows you where you should be focusing your attention and efforts.

So basically "**** the world, don't ask me for ****."

You will find a group of individuals who will support you and love you for who you are. Don't try to fit into little boxes people create to make themselves better.