How do i learn to love and trust?

Following question was asked by reader, Michelle at Paulo's blog, Here is what Mybheja has to say in response.

Q)I love the idea of love and would love to experience it,however i don’t open up to people, that is the reason i don’t have a single close friend. But don’t know how i will be able to love without opening up and trusting.How do i learn to love and trust?

A)You said, you are not open but why not? By putting “not” and “no” in every response, you are being fearful to your own self. Don’t be