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Rachel Shatto

Bio

Rachel is a sex and dating writer at Elite Daily, where she contributes the articles that, honestly, she wishes she had read herself sooner. She's also got the stars covered — of both the Hollywood and astrological variety — with her celebrity dating and zodiac pieces, as well as tales of her own oh-so-Virgo struggles. Rachel is an SF Bay Area-based writer, sewist, podcaster, and former managing editor of Curve magazine, where she honed her passion for writing about social justice and sex — and their frequent intersection. Her work has appeared on Tecca and Joystiq, and she podcasts regularly about horror through the feminist perspective on the Zombie Grrlz Horror Podcast, Stream Queens, and The Cast of Ka. She can’t live without cats, vintage style, video games, drag queens, or the oxford comma (in that order). When she isn't watching horror movies, you can find her hunting down vintage hats and sewing herself a new wardrobe to match. Visit rachelshatto.com to see her past work, and follow her on Twitter @RachiePants.

3 Reasons Your Partner Is Texting You Less Often Than They Used To

By Rachel Shatto
Texting with your crush is the best, isn't it? Who doesn't crave that little thrill you get from seeing a message from them pop up on your screen and knowing that they are thinking of you and wanting to connect? So, it's no surprise that when the…

Warm Your Fire Sign Partner’s Heart With These 15 Sweet Texts

By Rachel Shatto
If you're dating a fire sign, first of all, lucky you, because these signs are so much fun and so passionate who wouldn't want to date them? But also, fire signs, aka Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius, are known for being warm-hearted, affectionate, and…

30 Flirty Texts To Send Your Partner To Turn The Conversation To Sexting

By Rachel Shatto
The first time I sexted with someone, it was with my long-distance ex. He lived out of state, so we would text each other all day long — and eventually all night, too. I mean, there's only so long you can have a long-distance romance before things…

Here’s How To Sleep Over Your SO’s Family’s House Without Being Awk

By Rachel Shatto
When you're dating someone you care about, it's totally natural to want to snuggle up with them every night and wake up together in the morning. But when your partner still happens to live at home with their parents, that can get a little tricky, to…

10 Brides Reveal The Part Of Their Wedding They Spent The Most On

By Rachel Shatto
Wedding season may have come to an end with the arrival of fall, but what that really means is that wedding planning season is upon us. And believe me, the more time you have to plan and start saving some money for the big day, the better, because…

Next Time You Argue With An Earth Sign SO, Do It Like This To Avoid Drama

By Rachel Shatto
In every relationship, there will probably be times when you disagree with your partner. Whether that discussion stays productive and healthy or blows up into a huge fight can depend quite a bit on how you approach the subject. That is especially…

Here’s How To Divide Chores With Your Live-In Partner, So It’s Equal

By Rachel Shatto
When you think about all the wonderful things that come with living with someone you love, dividing chores with your partner is probably nowhere near the top of the list. However, choosing how to maintain your home is actually a really important…

Here’s Why Sex Experts Say Post-Breakup Sex Can Be Super Complicated

By Rachel Shatto
After going through a breakup, have you ever been tempted to have sex with your ex one more time "for old time's sake"? If so, you're not alone. It's so easy to get wrapped up in the nostalgia that comes with sex with an ex. They probably already…

Awk, Here’s How To Respond If Your Partner's Ex Contacts You

By Rachel Shatto
There are likely many people in your partner's life you're excited to meet. Going out with their friends for the first time or heading home with them for the holidays are both important milestones in a relationship. But there may be some folks in…

Mike Admitted He “Messed Up” By Saying So Much About Demi

By Rachel Shatto
Are you rooting for a happily ever after for Mike Johnson and Demi Lovato? If so, you might be out of luck. In two recent interviews, the former Bachelorette contestant was asked about his connection with Lovato, and his answers were vague, at best.…

3 Early Signs You & Your Crush Aren’t Emotionally Compatible

By Rachel Shatto
All too often, all it takes to crush on someone is to be attracted to them. While there's nothing wrong with catching feelings for someone, even someone totally suited for you, transitioning into a deeper relationship often requires more than just…

Here's Why Post-Workout Sex Can Be So Freaking Amazing

By Rachel Shatto
Do you ever find yourself feel extra horny after hitting the gym? That may sound strange, particularly after putting your all into breaking a sweat during your workout. But it can be hard to resist a little extra physical activity when getting it on…

This Is Exactly How Often Your Partner Should Be Talking To You Every Week

By Rachel Shatto
Communication in a relationship is very important. I know. You're shocked right? What a revelation! Oh, what? You're not shocked? You've heard this a million times? Yeah, well, that doesn't make it any less true. Communication is one of the most…

Here’s What Cody Simpson's Zodiac Sign Says About Him As A Partner

By Rachel Shatto
If you find yourself falling in love with Cody Simpson seemingly out of nowhere, don’t worry, you're not alone. It's hard not to catch a little celebrity crush after watching him be a super-boyfriend to Miley Cyrus (not really all that surprising…

Here’s How To Bounce Back After Being Rejected, Even When It Feels Too Hard

By Rachel Shatto
Some of my greatest regrets are the many chances I didn't take in life simply because I was afraid of rejection. Whether that was asking someone I liked out, joining a team I didn't think I'd fit into, or pursuing a career because I didn't believe I…

12 Texts To Send An Old Flame If You're Ready To Rekindle The Romance

By Rachel Shatto
When I was in high school, I had an ex who I'd inevitably get back together with every year during the holiday vacation. They lived out of state, but for those two weeks, they'd visit their grandma in my town. And just like clockwork, one of us…

Miley Cyrus & Cody Simpson's Astrological Compatibility Is Complicated

By Rachel Shatto
Miley Cyrus and Cody Simpson may be a new couple, but things between them seem to be getting pretty serious, pretty fast. If you didn’t get the memo these two are a thing, don't worry — it's super new. And while it may be just getting started, I…

6 Zodiac Sign Pairings That Tend To Stay Together The Longest

By Rachel Shatto
Finding someone you like enough to date long-term can feel really challenging, especially if you've had a string of short-term relationships that didn't quite work out. It can be all too easy to find yourself wondering if long-term love is even in…

5 Subtle Signs You're Ready To Start Dating Again After A Breakup

By Rachel Shatto
It's not exactly a hot take to say that breakups can be really hard and painful. However, there's one silver lining about ending a relationship (although it may take awhile for you to see it). Now that you're single, you're free to fall in love…

Here's How To Tell Your SO You Don't Feel Respected Enough

By Rachel Shatto
There lots that goes into a healthy relationship, like communication, empathy, and, of course, mutual respect. If you've ever been in a relationship where you don’t feel respected enough by your partner, then you probably know that without respect,…