Christy Piña
Bio
Christy is a sex & dating writer at Elite Daily. She spends her days covering everything from your favorite celebrity couples, to the dating, relationship, and sex questions you want answers to but don't know who to ask. Before starting at Elite Daily, Christy wrote for Her Campus, Irving Publications, Orange & Blue Magazine, College Magazine and more. She earned her bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Florida, and is pursuing a master's degree at the Columbia Journalism School. She discovered her passion for writing about dating during her senior year of undergrad, when her editor at Her Campus pointed out that all her pitches were about relationships. The rest is history. Born and raised in Miami, she speaks fluent spanglish and drinks way too much iced coffee. When she's not marathon-watching a new show on Netflix, HBO or Hulu, she spends her free time reading, writing, brunching or figuring out what millennial thing to do next with her friends. Follow her on Twitter or Insta @christypina_.
These Valentine's Day Epic Fail Stories Are Beyond Relatable, So You're Totally Not Alone
By Christy PiñaValentine's Day is fast approaching, which means it's normal to start feeling like the pressure is on to plan the "perfect" evening. But don't stress! V-Day is a day to celebrate your love with your partner, or even practice some hardcore self-love.…
7 Unique Ways To Celebrate Valentine's Day, Because You Deserve A Memorable Day
By Christy PiñaValentine's Day is basically tomorrow, so you're probably starting to brainstorm how you can wow your date, especially if this is your first V-Day together. Sure, dinner at a bougie restaurant always does the job, but what about taking it a step…
A Brief History Of Everyone Cole Sprouse Has Ever Dated, Because His Type Is Totally Clear
By Christy PiñaFrom Big Daddy to Friends to The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and The Suite Life On Deck, the Sprouse twins were all over your TV screens in the mid-to-late ‘00s. They stepped out of the limelight for a bit after their Disney Channel days, but now,…
6 Places To Meet Someone Special Other Than A Bar
By Christy PiñaMovies make meeting someone new look too easy. There's no way people run into each other on a jog, take one look at each other, and immediately fall in love, right? More often than not, people meet on dating apps, through friends, or on nights out —…
Here’s How To Encourage Your SO To Talk About Their Feelings More
By Christy PiñaThere's no denying that vulnerability comes easier to some people than to others. If you and your partner clash when it comes to opening up about your emotions, it can be difficult to foster healthy relationship habits. And while you may be all for…
Here's How To Talk To Your Partner If You're Not In Love With Them
By Christy PiñaRelationships are a two way street. In order for one to work long-term, all parties need to be on the same page. That means not just having a shared vision for the future, but also being communicative about how your feelings for each other are…
Here’s How To Politely Tell Your Friends You Don't Want To Third-Wheel
By Christy PiñaNothing is quite as annoying as third-wheeling your friends who are coupled up. You love them, you want the best for them, but you don't want to spend every Friday night sitting in on their romantic dates. I get it! But guess what? You don't have…
Here’s How To Gently Tell Your Partner You're Not Sexually Satisfied
By Christy PiñaFor some couples, sex can be a very important factor in a relationship, but that doesn't mean everyone has an instant sexual connection. Let's say you and your partner are getting busy, and they're doing the best they can, but for whatever reason,…
19 Cute “Good Morning” Texts To Send Your Partner Every Day
By Christy PiñaMornings can be rough, especially for those who live their best life at night. (Hi, me.) But there's something about waking up next to bae or texting them first thing in the morning that can make getting up a little less dreadful. Whether it's just…
Don't Be Fooled, Farm Weddings Can Actually Be Really Expensive
By Christy PiñaNothing screams "Pinterest!" quite like weddings on farms. You know the ones: twinkly lights, floor-to-ceiling wood panelling, and a rustic vibe some people would pay thousands of dollars for, even if the run-down structure has been standing there…
Can You Stop Being Sexually Attracted To Someone? Here's What Experts Say
By Christy PiñaThere's nothing like that first spark of chemistry, when you see someone from across the room and your body shudders. It's almost as if some sort of magic is in the air drawing you toward them. You immediately know that you need to talk to them,…
These Are The Only 2 Times It’s OK To Stand Someone Up, Experts Say
By Christy PiñaDating can be a lot of fun, but like with most things, there are some downsides to putting yourself out there. One of the crappiest parts is running the risk of getting stood up on a date, which obviously isn't an experience anyone enjoys. Sure,…
15 People Shared The Most Stressful Part Of Their Wedding, & OMG, SOS
By Christy PiñaAnyone who's ever planned a wedding will tell you that while it is a fun and exciting process, it can also be really stressful and expensive. Whether it's your budget, a desire to please everyone, or having to make compromises with your future…
Saying No To Being A Maid Of Honor Is Tricky, But Possible
By Christy PiñaIt's all fun and games until you realize how much work actually goes into being a maid of honor. It's a huge, well, honor to be asked, and of course, you want to say yes. But, if logistically speaking, your bank account can't handle all the expenses…
Before Rejecting A Bad First Date, Keep These 5 Things In Mind
By Christy PiñaIt's easy to think that a less-than-great first impression will result in a less-than-great relationship, but guess what? That, my friends, isn't always the case. First impressions aren't everything, especially when people are nervous. You know what…
If Dating Apps Aren't Your Thing, Try These Places To Meet People IRL
By Christy PiñaWe're living in a digital world where the dating scene changes faster than you can swipe on Tinder. Dating apps have made finding matches so easy that the idea of meeting someone "organically" in real life can feel overwhelming and a little scary.…
Here's How Long You Should Date Someone You Don't See A Future With
By Christy PiñaI've always been a strong advocate for dating someone even if you don't see a future with them right away. If the "future" is in reference to marriage and/or "settling down," depending on where you are in life, that might not necessarily be on your…
Being Friends With Your Ex's Parents Is Possible, But It Takes Work
By Christy PiñaThe end of a relationship can be hard enough as it is. You're learning how to do life without someone who probably meant the world to you. If you and your ex were together for a long time, you may have even formed a pretty great relationship with…
7 Tips For Feeling Instantly Comfortable On A First Date
By Christy PiñaThere's no denying that first dates can make most people incredibly nervous 98.3% of the time (approximately). Whether you've been on 100 first dates, or you're relatively new to the dating game, meeting someone for the first time can be awkward and…
This Is Why Talking About Feelings In Relationships Can Be So Hard
By Christy PiñaIt's the one piece of dating advice you've probably heard time and time again: "Communication is the key to a happy and heathy relationship." Honestly, it's pretty legit advice, but for some, genuinely talking to a partner — from your feelings for…
