New dating trends like 'chalance' and 'kittenfishing' reshape modern romance

Modern dating culture has developed new terminology to describe evolving behaviors: 'chalance' (or 'shallancing') refers to showing genuine enthusiasm and vulnerability in dating, which is considered more authentic than playing it cool; 'kittenfishing' is a milder form of deception where individuals present false information about themselves (such as appearance, job, or interests) while still revealing their identity, unlike 'catfishing' which involves completely assuming a new identity; and 'hat-fishing' is a specific form of deception where individuals deliberately wear hats to conceal their hairstyle or head appearance. These terms reflect how language evolves to describe new social norms and behaviors in contemporary relationships.