Yes, I feel this way and always have as well, DP_2017. The thought that I could be loved or was a lovable human being etc., were concepts I didn't become aware of until I was 29 - that was in 1998. But it's been a tough nut to crack convincing myself that love is true. I know intellectually and conceptually that's it's true but in my core beliefs I'm inferior, unworthy, etc. These feelings stay with you, but they don't need to decide for you. I've had some nice relationships due to adopting the notion that, yes, everyone can be loved. But again it's wrestling constantly with the adverse thinking patterns.

People can love you because they just want to. That's the only reason they need.