Brittany Leitner
Contributing Writer
Brittany Leitner is a freelance journalist and poet based in New York City and originally from San Antonio, Texas. She previously held editorial roles at Elite Daily and The Dr. Oz Show. Her work in digital journalism earned her a Digital Health Award in 2019, and her writing has been published in Bustle, Cosmopolitan, Shape, and more. Her poetry has appeared or is forthcoming in Palette Poetry, Gasher, Cutthroat, and New York Quarterly.
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Latest from Brittany Leitner


A Psychic Predicted I’d Meet the Love of My Life This Fall
Knowing my single life had a deadline, I set out on a summer of yes.

150 Deep Questions to Ask Your Boyfriend on Your Next Date Night
Even the most introverted guys will have something to share, trust.



9 Tips to Keep a Conversation Going, According to Dating Experts
Whether you're messaging on dating apps or meeting IRL, nothing is more boring than dry conversation. That's where we come in!

What Does It Mean to Be Demisexual? Here’s What You Should Know
Starting with: It's on the asexuality spectrum, but *not* the same thing as being asexual.

Your Must-Know Guide to What It Means to Be Pangender
Starting with: No, it's not the same as being pansexual.

55 Fun Outdoor Date Ideas That *Aren’t* Just Sweaty Workouts and Hikes
Ahem, “outdoor” can also mean sipping rosé on a terrace overlooking the sunset. 👀

What Does It Mean to Be Apothisexual? An Expert Explains
The term falls on the asexual spectrum, but it goes beyond a lack of sexual attraction.

What Is Stonewalling? Here’s What You Need to Know (and How to Address It)
This unhealthy communication pattern can make you feel like you’re arguing with a stone wall, but it doesn’t have to mean the end of your relationship.