| No need to lose any confidence, getting stuck in "ruts" is completely normal during the long-term journey. Ups and downs, things are random, different plateaus and new realities to reach, etc. And sometimes the same ruts come back from time to time. Big deal, just keep going!
Regarding this particular issue that seems to be recurring, like many things, it can be difficult to determine how much is your fault or how much is the girl's fault (your behavioural "errors" vs the chemistry and her natural flakiness, for example).
But in terms of what's in your control, in terms of shifting the odds more in your favour, it sounds like you're not developing enough rapport and thinking she's into you more than she is, getting more disappointed and surprised when the connection isn't as strong as you think it is. But you need to assume rapport and attraction; in that texting example, there should be less "hi, do you remember me?" and more callback humour and unique references to your interaction - in other words, assuming she'll remember and maintaining the same vibe, rather than trying to get back on the right page and make it work.
It would help to know what you're talking about the first interaction, but the impression you're giving off might be "entertaining nice guy who's cool talking to but not really interested in seeing again" - compared to "well-developed authentic and intriguing guy who can communicate on different levels". Don't worry, this still happens to me a lot and explains why girls flake compared to meeting guys they form a better connection and can trust - not just building attraction, which can be a fleeting thing. _________________ Flowmentum Dating | FB
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