Five ways you may be blocking love

To attract more love into your life, it's crucial to have an open heart and to be emotional baggage free. If you feel that your life is somewhat lacking in joy, happiness and fulfillment, your path to finding love may be blocked by unresolved issues of the past and outdated belief systems that keep you stuck in lonely limbo.

As human beings, it's our purpose to learn about the different aspects of love – self-love, familial, friendship, platonic, romantic and love for all of mankind – and to remove the blocks that stop us experiencing love's wonderful magic.

Block 1 – you don't feel good enough

It's easy to be overly self-critical, particularly if your self-esteem and self-worth are low. When you don't feel that you're good enough, or deserving of the love you want, your energy gives out the vibe that you're not lovable. Believing that you're unworthy stops love coming your way, and simply attracts people and situations that reflect and confirm that you're not got what it takes.

Take your time exploring the core issues that are blocking love. Perhaps as a child you were told you're unlovable by a parent? O maybe a lover made you believe you're undeserving? Deep down inside is the answer you need to discover in order to release your unconditional love block.

Instead of focusing on looking your best to attract a mate, turn your attention inward to identify the root of the problem. Practice self-love and learn to accept your perceived flaws and imperfections. Treat yourself with respect, kindness, compassion and tenderness.

Block 2 – you feel invisible

Love requires you to be vulnerable and to take a leap of faith. Stepping out of your comfort zone is necessary, if you want to be noticed by a soulmate. If you feel awkward or shy about embracing and showing off your authenticity, it may take a while before love finds you.

Let go of the fear of being noticed and learn how to accept compliments and praise. Take pride in yourself, and ownership of your unique skills and talents.

Get out there and make the best of very opportunity that comes your way. When you feel comfortable in your own skin, you'll naturally attract people that are on the same wavelength.

Block 3 – you're not honest with yourself

It's not only self-esteem and self-love issues that block your love attraction manifestation abilities. If you don't know what you want to attract, you'll simply give out mixed signals.

It's essential to explore your sexuality, and to be honest with yourself about the type of love relationship that you want. Don't allow the views and beliefs of others to influence your choices in love. Being overly picky about the physical attributes and other specifics that determine your ‘type' also isn't doing you any favours, if you're serious about looking for love.

Throwing away that checklist doesn't mean that you're willing to settle for just anyone. To improve your chances of finding a great match, adopt an open heart approach. Be loving and giving towards everyone you meet and you'll soon notice that it's reciprocated.

Block 4 – you're scared of getting hurt

If you've ever been hurt or betrayed in love, you've probably created an invisible protective shield around your heart. It's understandable that you find it hard to trust, and you're not willing take a chance on anyone for fear that your heart will be crushed to smithereens.

While keeping your guard up ensures that your heart remains safe and intact, the padlock and chains block love from seeping in. A closed heart negatively impacts on your life in many ways. It limits your emotional expression and stops you experiencing love, joy, happiness and all the good things.

Expressing your pain through journalling, painting and other creative mediums is an excellent way to start mending a broken heart. Heal yourself by practicing forgiveness and self-love. Set the intention to connect with your feelings and emotions on a deeper level.

Opening your heart takes practice and commitment, and requires compassion and understanding. Once your heart has healed, it will naturally vibrate the energy of unconditional love and will attract the same.

Block 5 – you've got unrealistic expectations

Every relationship in your life teaches you important soul lessons. Familial, platonic and romantic connections show you how much, or how little, you value yourself. The experiences also impact on your perspective and view of life, and can influence you to have unrealistic expectations.

If you're endlessly hoping that the next guy or girl that you click with will declare undying love for you on the first date…you need to get real. It's the Law of the Universe that you can only attract like for like. If you want to be head over heels in love, you must embody unconditional love before you can manifest it into your reality.

When you show the world your innate sweet, loving nature and unique specialness you can realistically expect it to mirrored back to you via your perfect love match.

Consulting an experienced Psychic Network reader can help you identify which block you need to remove to attract the love you want and deserve.