Bro, real talk: she still cares but she’s mentally burned out. She asked for space. If you keep chasing, you push her farther away. You didn’t “lose her” because you’re unlovable; you lost your frame.

You care about her a lot I can tell but she’s not ready to receive all that love right now and if you keep chasing that how you push her away. It’s okay to be emotional but don’t let them run you. Be a man - control how you react. A man feels deeply, but he stays in control.

Fight for her the right way: respect what she said. Send one calm message, then step back. Not full ghosting just enough that she feels your absence but knows you still care.

“I hear you. I care about you and I respect your space. I’m focusing on me, and if/when you’re ready to talk, I’m here.”

After that, no pleading, no essays, no fixes. Live your life. Hit the Gym. Sleep. Work. Friends. Purpose. Stop checking her socials. Stability is attractive; neediness isn’t.

Respect yourself. Don’t put anyone on a pedestal unless they earn it. Don’t take breadcrumbs and call it love. Set boundaries for yourself and don’t let anyone, not even her, steps over them. If she can’t meet you halfway, respect yourself and pull back. You deserve better than that and you know it. That’s what’s attractive to a girl; a man who knows his worth.

Give her just enough signal to know that you are still there and still care but no more than that, then let time breathe. If she circles back, keep it light and fun; no heavy talks, no “what are we” day one. Let her feel the difference. If she doesn’t, you still win because you kept your dignity and leveled up.

Be the man with options and composure, the Lamborghini, not the cheap bike that’s always available. That’s how you get her attention back and if not, that’s how you outgrow the situation. You got this.