I think love is important and that everyone requires it in order to get the most out of their meaningless lives. Otherwise, you'll become a bitter, cynical old shrew who posts on Internet forums about how much love is overrated and gay.
I agree though, if you're not happy with yourself, then you have your own problems that you shouldn't be making others deal with. Nobody wants your baggage. Of course, the great thing about love is that those who really love you are willing and even want to help you through your problems. Though maybe you're not happy with yourself because you have nobody to love, or that nobody loves you.
Of the short time I've lived, I've found love to be the most fulfilling of all experiences. That and pizza.