As a man, I am always the initiator. I always text first, ask for a date, suggest a time and place, etc. It is I who goes for a kiss. Also, in the country where I currently live, it's just the way things are.

So how, under such circumstances, can one avoid being too available or easy? How do I make her chase me a little instead? Given that I don't see her regularly in a common environment (like a gym or work), I can't afford to show coldness or make her jealous.

I realize that this 'push' element is quite necessary; otherwise, a girl just loses interest, knowing she can have you because you've already given your power away. Moreover, it's so easy for her to get into your head by playing this card—she reciprocates and then suddenly rejects a date or a kiss, leaving you bewildered.

I even fell hard for one girl I dated for half a year, and we only kissed... She was a great manipulator, playing such games—it worked like a charm on me.

Could you please share your wisdom on the topic?