How can my abused spirit trust n understand when (or even if) someone loves me?

I've been through so much n I know I'm all mentally banged up as a result. And I've likely left a lot of damage in the wake behind me. With the research I've done on the human brain, and the smidgen of information I've been able to comprehend, I realize my perception is unique to myself and even more so due to the pain I've endured.
I kinda feel like I'm starting over, like a young kid who's never known yet what it feels like to be in love, to love someone else, and ultimately be loved by someone else.
Hence my above question. How will I know? What 'green flags' should I keep a mental note of?
I ask cuz I'm so confused n scared. I don't trust what's happening inside cuz I've always had some level of heartbreak when these feelings come n I don't Wana feel bad anymore.
How can my abused spirit trust n understand when (or even if) someone loves me?
How can my abused spirit trust n understand when (or even if) someone loves me?
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