Honestly, man, it doesn’t really sound like this is about her anymore
It sounds like you’re trying to fix something internal
Women aren’t happiness dispensers, they can just amplify what’s already there
So if she does come around and says she loves you… and then goes to work, and you’re still left staring at a life that doesn’t fulfill you. . . it won’t matter
She won’t be able to fill that hole
I get where you coming from but bruv. . . the answer to all relationship problems isn't always "just move on" bro
If all you want is casual dating then that makes sense. But for more serious relationships that kind of thinking doesn't really work
It's not like if you get vulnerable you're going to die lol
Even if it doesn't workout you will learn a lot of lessons and bounce back.
And just because a man invests in a relationship does not mean the woman will have no need to invest either
In fact in this scenario that exactly what he needs to do. But he needs to invest in the right ways so she feels safe investing
Right now they have a "Me vs You" dynamic, when in reality he needs to have a more "Us" dynamic here
There's no shame in caring about a woman
But he does need to manage his emotions better
Anyways
@empath here's what you can do
1) Only give what you are willing to give freely. Do not demand reciprocation for your efforts
2) Watch her investment and try to reward her when she does invest
3) Focus only on getting her on dates, and understand she may still push and pull a bit
4) On dates make sure to do non sexual activities too, so she gets a feeling it's not only about sex (have fun inside and outside the bedroom)
5) If she pulls away sometimes, try to relax and do something else to occupy your mind
6) This push and pull dynamic will not disappear overnight and it will require a lot of patience and non neediness on your end. Decide now if you're ready for this emotionally
7) If after you've done all this for another 3 months she is still not improving or investing to your liking. . . Then it may be time to have a discussion with her (but this is a last resort)
8) Be totally okay with this not working out in the end. If it works great, if not great. . . at least you got to make memories with a girl you really liked
And if after all this you have to break up you with her it will sting way less. Because you will learn a lot of lessons and leave with no guilt since you know you actually tried
Can't force her to want a relationship, but you can show up in a way that makes one with you seem more appealing to her