normalize not reaching out to a man who hasn't replied in hours or even days. he knows you messaged him. he knows you're waiting. he just doesn't want to make time for you. and that truth hurts, but it's better than pretending he cares. you don't need to chase someone who shows you that you don't matter to him. save your energy for someone who actually wants to talk to you, someone who doesn't make you guess or wait. remember, if he wanted to talk to you, he would. and you shouldn't beg for what should come naturally.