Allyson Dinneen’s Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Allyson Dinneen’s Substack (grief and loss, mortality and finite life and coping with urgency and fear). The closest matches are The Substack Post, postcards by hasif and Cheryl Strayed Writes About Things. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 15, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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  1. 1
    The Substack Post2M subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    A guide to the creators and stories shaping culture

    Likely audience: newsletter readers

    1 shared topic

  2. 2
    postcards by hasif163K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Postcards by Hasif publishes essays on mental health, existential philosophy, and the psychology of productivity for an audience seeking introspection on modern life. The publication consistently blends personal…

    Likely audience: newsletter subscribers

    1 shared topic

  3. 3

    Substacklast post Aug 2, 2026

    Welcome to Cheryl Strayed's newsletter. Everything is free right now. The paid "Dear Sugar" newsletter is on a long-time hiatus.

    Likely audience: Mental health advocates

    1 shared topic

  4. 4
    Oldster Magazine86K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: Oldster Magazine publishes weekly link roundups, personal essays, interviews, and podcast episodes centered on aging, culture, literature, and health for its readership. The publication mixes curated content lists with…

    Likely audience: senior citizens

    1 shared topic

  5. 5
    R.F. Kuang71K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 8, 2026

    on what i'm writing, what i'm reading, and where to find me

    Likely audience: Authors and writers

    1 shared topic

  6. 6
    people's archive56K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 48 days ago

    postcards and letters by people, to people.

    Likely audience: college students

    1 shared topic

  7. 7
    we’re human42K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    raw reflections while doing my laundry and chores.

    Likely audience: Mental health advocates

    1 shared topic

  8. 8
    letras con alma32K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 59 days ago

    una chica que escribe para no desbordarse 🖋️✨

    Likely audience: People experiencing grief or loss

    1 shared topic

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    How To Cure A Ghost24K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: How To Cure A Ghost publishes reflective essays and workshop announcements focused on trauma, vulnerability, and identity in the digital age. The publication targets writers and survivors seeking community, offering…

    Likely audience: Individuals processing grief

    1 shared topic

  10. 10

    SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: The Mizrahi Perspective publishes personal memoirs, geopolitical analysis, and reflections on the Israeli diaspora. The publication mixes intimate family histories with hard-hitting commentary on the Israel-Palestine…

    Likely audience: Family historians

    1 shared topic

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    augmented’s journey16K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

    “The Power of Poetry” is a place to show the world your creativity, your imagination and passion for writing.

    Likely audience: readers of literary and cultural commentary

    1 shared topic

  12. 12

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 37 days ago

    Uma adulta pensando demais sobre a vida e aprendendo a crescer sem manual.

    Likely audience: writers

    1 shared topic

  13. 13
    digital tinz13K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 19 days ago

    From recent posts: Digital Tinz publishes a rotating mix of fashion essays, lifestyle guides, and personal reflections on minimalism, workwear, and algorithmic influence. The publication targets readers seeking practical style advice…

    Likely audience: Fashion enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  14. 14
    objects of desire 11K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Objects of Desire publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, fashion commentary, and curated lifestyle guides focused on Parisian living, interior design, and wellness. The publication targets readers interested in…

    Likely audience: Fashion enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    The Nonlinear Life11K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 10, 2026

    From recent posts: The Nonlinear Life publishes long-form essays, biographical profiles, and cultural interviews covering topics such as grief, music history, religious leadership, and life philosophy. The publication targets readers…

    Likely audience: Parents and grandparents

    1 shared topic

  16. 16
    (un)Mentionable10K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: (un)Mentionable is a personal essay newsletter that explores mental health, grief, and identity through first-person narratives. Its content spans dissociative disorder, psychiatric treatment, suicide loss, and radical…

    Likely audience: Mental health advocates

    1 shared topic

  17. 17
    Feed Your Head10K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 2 days ago

    A forum for Philosophy, Science, Spirituality, and the Arts.

    Likely audience: readers interested in philosophy and grief

    1 shared topic

  18. 18

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: The Courage to Live It publishes personal essays and poetry on fatherhood, grief, spirituality, and creativity, often framed as daily writing projects. It is written for readers interested in intimate, first-person…

    Likely audience: poetry readers

    1 shared topic

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    Hello Hayes9K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 46 days ago

    From recent posts: Hello Hayes publishes personal essays and advice columns covering themes like grief, relocation, friendship boundaries, and mental health. The publication targets readers seeking introspective narratives on life…

    Likely audience: Jewish community members

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 55 days ago

    The less than aesthetic side of creating a beautiful business - marketing, mindset, and the real hours - for creative women building toward freedom.

    Likely audience: small business owners

    1 shared topic

  21. 21
    The Muse is In7K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

    Creativity, humor, and mindfulness.

    Likely audience: artists

    1 shared topic

  22. 22
    Uri Sabat7K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 35 days ago

    ¿Cuál es la fórmula del éxito?

    Likely audience: people experiencing grief or loss

    1 shared topic

  23. 23
    Coop Eats First6K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

    Keeping your stomachs full & your kitchen inspired!

    Likely audience: home cooks

    1 shared topic

  24. 24
    commit to the call6K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 26 days ago

    From recent posts: A business-focused newsletter featuring personal essays on faith, mental health, and growth alongside practical content strategy advice. Recent issues blend reflective writing on habit-change and spiritual isolation…

    Likely audience: Individuals seeking personal growth

    1 shared topic

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