Don't think this post is a negative and discouraging post.
The dating scene is not going to get better; it is only going to get worse with feminism growing and women becoming more and more independent everyday. Add to that there are no standard rules of behavior when it comes to dating. Add to that, the so-called "game" played by opposite sexes. The concept of "game" in dating is so confusing that you will never find a positive forum on dating on the internet.
Taking a break will not solve your problem because you are just postponing your efforts to try to find a solution to your problem. Are the issues you are now facing going to magically disappear when you get back to dating scene after the break?
If you want to do it, just continue doing it. We are all battling it out as well. Or just give up, if you can live without it. It's ok.
On a related note, if you have spent 6 months on a dating website or forum, you are an expert on the subject-matter. You really don't need to read all these posts unless you want to pass time. You have the "theoretical" knowledge already, you just need to put yourself out and gain the "practical" knowledge.