Unconditional love is a scarce and beautiful experience. Many say that we never learn the true meaning of this state of being until we find a soulmate or become a parent. But in reality, we should all learn to express this no strings attached adoration to ourselves before we try to share it with anyone else. You must love yourself to truly be ready to love another.
True, self love is the first step to finding unconditional love. Children and animals seems to master the art of giving unconditional love. Adults could learn a lot from them.