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1 day ago | 
chipchick.com | Katharina Buczek
The following column is the opinion and analysis of the writer. Of course, but sadly, that’s just not reality. And as relationships progress and we evolve as individuals, it’s easy to fall out of sync. Maybe you have developed different views about your personal lifestyle or larger issues in society, and your partner doesn’t exactly agree. Or, perhaps, you want to move forward and take the “next step” in your relationship, but they seem stuck or stagnant.
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2 days ago | 
chipchick.com | Katharina Buczek
The following column is the opinion and analysis of the writer. Fun dates, sweet gestures, and having a built-in plus-one for all your friends’ weddings are just some of the perks that come with being in a relationship. But in my opinion, there’s no point in dating someone if you and your partner don’t share a deeper emotional bond.
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3 days ago | 
chipchick.com | Katharina Buczek
The following column is the opinion and analysis of the writer. Rom-coms have taught us that big declarations and sweeping romantic gestures are the epitome of love. But more often than not, the most powerful ways to show your partner that you care are quiet, consistent, and usually overlooked. Yes, saying the words “I love you” obviously holds weight, yet it’s everyday actions that can really deepen a bond and prove that your feelings go beyond just the statement.
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3 days ago | 
chipchick.com | Katharina Buczek
The following column is the opinion and analysis of the writer. When you finally find someone you like (or possibly love), it’s understandable that you wouldn’t want to let them slip through your fingertips. But too often, the adrenaline rush of emotions causes the pendulum to swing to another extreme, and people fall victim to questionable behavior that just pushes their partners away. Relationships take time to develop.
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4 days ago | 
chipchick.com | Katharina Buczek
The following column is the opinion and analysis of the writer. If you’ve ever fallen head over heels for someone, then you know that love can feel all-encompassing. Maybe you’d never felt such a “spark” before, so all of a sudden, you craved spending every waking moment with your partner and blending your lives together completely. But while it’s natural to want to feel close to your significant other, that same desire can cross the line into dangerous “needy” territory pretty quickly.
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5 days ago | 
chipchick.com | Katharina Buczek
The following column is the opinion and analysis of the writer. If you find yourself frequently monitoring what you say, second-guessing your own thoughts, or feeling anxious about how your partner might respond to even the smallest issues, you’re probably walking on eggshells in your relationship. This dynamic usually goes unnoticed in the beginning, but over time, it can become a really exhausting and emotionally draining way to live.
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6 days ago | 
chipchick.com | Katharina Buczek
The following column is the opinion and analysis of the writer. No one enters a relationship and wants to play detective, but that’s exactly what it feels like when your partner starts messing with your head. One day, they’re all warm and attentive, then the next, they’re distant or dismissive. So, you’re left questioning everything. Do they even care? Are you overthinking it? Is this really what love is supposed to feel like? The truth is that most people don’t deliberately set out to play mind games.
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1 week ago | 
chipchick.com | Katharina Buczek
When this young man was just 11 years old, his father sadly passed away, and his mom eventually started dating again. So, her boyfriend and his two kids recently moved in, but two incidents involving his bedroom pushed him to leave and start living at his grandparents’ house. For a bit of context, his mom has been with her boyfriend, Dan, for nearly two years now. Dan is a single father to two children, who are 6 and 4 years old, and the trio moved into his house about three months ago.
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1 week ago | 
chipchick.com | Katharina Buczek
The following column is the opinion and analysis of the writer. While every zodiac sign comes with strengths, let’s not pretend they’re all sunshine and rainbows. There’s also a darker, less flattering side to each that’s often either ignored or sugar-coated. But if we’re being real, those “toxic traits” don’t just disappear if we don’t talk about them. Rather, calling them out is the first step toward healing.
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1 week ago | 
chipchick.com | Katharina Buczek
The following column is the opinion and analysis of the writer. When you really care about someone, it’s easy to ignore the signs that they’re not as invested in the future of your relationship as you are. Sadly, your hope for more can blur reality, making you cling to the “highs” while brushing off the behaviors that subtly reveal their true intentions. But if you want a partnership that lasts, it’s important to take off the rose-colored glasses and take a good, hard look at your relationship.
