I need some clarification or enlightenment here.

So, the past few months, the same scenario plays out. I meet a guy online, he seems really interested, we go out on a date, rarely two, and then I never hear from them again.

Sure, one can argue that I get free meals out of the deal, but that "free meal deal" feeling can only last so long. Now it just feels like I'm going through the motions due to the fact that the guys never respond after a first or second date. Honestly, I feel like I'm wasting my time. I'm so numb to the dating experience right now.

I feel so disheartened as to what I do that seemingly makes guys not interested once we meet in person.