For me, I personally like being single, and even if I wanted to change things right this instant, it would be worthless, my future is too uncertain and anyone I'd hook up with would practically guarantee it turning into a long distance, which is something I will try to never do again. Also, from past experiences, I would rather get to know the girl and befriend her to see how she acts in the dating department and if she's trustworthy or not, also whether it would work or not. Every last girl I've dated I've started dating practically the day I'd meet them. All of which turned out to be a disaster for me.
I don't chase. Chasing only leads down 2 roads for me, getting rejected (so whatever, prolly a blessing in disguise if a girl is that conceited to see the opportunity in her face) or... led on... the whole chase game is a game that most people only play because they want your attention. I'm tired of the deceit to be honest. Now If I talk to them, and we get to know eachother, and build our foundations from there... it's sorta like testing the waters before I put my heart out there again.