Amy Cuddy, The Pathological Optimist alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Amy Cuddy, The Pathological Optimist (social psychology, mental health and leadership). The closest matches are Friday Forward, Hidden Brain and How to Feel Alive with Catherine Price. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 13, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About Amy Cuddy, The Pathological Optimist

Amy Cuddy, The Pathological Optimist publishes a mix of personal essays, author interviews, and media analysis focused on social psychology, leadership, and mental health. The content targets readers interested in the…

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    Friday Forward110K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: Friday Forward publishes weekly essays on psychology, leadership, and personal development, often blending interviews with cultural commentary and data-driven self-improvement advice for readers interested in behavioral…

    Likely audience: entrepreneurs

    2 shared topics

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    Hidden Brain74K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    News from Hidden Brain about ideas, events and community

    Likely audience: podcast listeners

    2 shared topics

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    Substacklast post Jul 26, 2026

    From recent posts: This publication delivers a rotating mix of essays on mindfulness, social psychology, parenting, and wellness research, often featuring interviews with experts like Ross Gay and Manoush Zomorodi. It targets readers…

    Likely audience: people seeking mental health strategies

    2 shared topics

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    Substacklast post Jul 19, 2026

    From recent posts: Rounding the Earth Newsletter publishes investigative essays and conspiracy theories linking political figures like Tulsi Gabbard to religious movements, tech elites, and alleged government cover-ups. The publication…

    Likely audience: political observers

    2 shared topics

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    BAD AT KEEPING SECRETS35K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: BAD AT KEEPING SECRETS publishes a rotating mix of personal essays on menopause and parenting, social psychology interviews, and author features. The publication targets readers interested in mental health…

    Likely audience: people with social anxiety

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication features interviews with thought leaders on Passion Struck, exploring topics like procrastination psychology, identity formation, and the "mattering effect" of success. Content spans personal…

    Likely audience: HR professionals

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 55 days ago

    From recent posts: The Human-Centered Leader publishes leadership philosophy, personal growth essays, and organizational change stories by Brad Deutser for executives and professionals seeking resilience and empathy. The publication mixes…

    Likely audience: Individuals seeking personal growth

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 29 days ago

    Sustainable high performance for leaders who refuse to choose between ambition and a real life.

    Likely audience: Entrepreneurs

    2 shared topics

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    Do Good Human7K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 56 days ago

    Designing better ways for people to think, gather and relate.

    Likely audience: psychologists

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago

    From recent posts: Friendship Explained with Anna Goldfarb publishes essays on adult friendship dynamics, relationship maintenance, and social psychology, featuring interviews with experts like Dr. Marisa Franco and Shasta Nelson. The…

    Likely audience: social anxiety sufferers

    2 shared topics

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    A QUARTERLY MAGAZINE publication of Rehoboth Dream Solid Foundation (RSDF)

    Likely audience: Aspiring entrepreneurs and civil engineers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 29 days ago

    FFF is where I overshare about running businesses, raising children and everything in between.

    Likely audience: entrepreneurs

    2 shared topics

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    Becoming Again1K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 42 days ago

    Becoming Again is a powerful journey through failure, rebuilding, and the courage to rise into a stronger version of yourself.

    Likely audience: HR professionals

    2 shared topics

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    Likely audience: professionals seeking better social skills

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: Kathy Wubradry publishes a leadership newsletter for business executives and coaches, featuring weekly insights on career strategy and personal growth alongside paid subscriber worksheets for team management. The…

    Likely audience: Entrepreneurs

    2 shared topics

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    Evidence-based lessons on building relationships without burning out.

    Likely audience: HR professionals

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

    From recent posts: The publication blends personal essays on grief and family with health advocacy updates and social commentary. Recent issues cover topics such as processing loss through personal reflection, the dynamics of genuine…

    Likely audience: authors and writers

    2 shared topics

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    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago

    Everyone is a Project Manager - Life Is A Proect. The Everyday Guide to Managing what truely matters.

    Likely audience: Leaders seeking personal growth

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 43 days ago

    Substack on career and life in the age of AI

    Likely audience: Career changers

    2 shared topics

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    Substacklast post Jul 13, 2026

    Where HR gets human. Career stories, workplace truths, and the quiet things nobody says out loud by Shivani Khanna."

    Likely audience: HR professionals

    2 shared topics

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    The Daily GOOD1M+ subscribers

    beehiivSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    Sharing the best of humanity and building a better world together.

    Likely audience: psychology enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Home | The Daily Wisdom800K+ subscribers

    beehiivSeveral times a week · last post today

    From recent posts: The Daily Wisdom publishes weekly articles on mental health, self-compassion, and communication skills, featuring interviews with experts like Jay Shetty and Jefferson Fisher. The content targets readers seeking…

    Likely audience: individuals experiencing stress or burnout

    1 shared topic

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    Granted577K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 28 days ago

    From recent posts: Granted publishes culture-focused essays on social isolation and community building, often blending book promotion with tour announcements. The publication targets readers interested in social psychology and mental…

    Likely audience: Individuals feeling lonely or isolated

    1 shared topic

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    Popular Information546K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

    From recent posts: Popular Information publishes weekly newsletters and articles focused on political advertising, election integrity, and campaign finance transparency. The publication covers specific topics such as DHS documents, voter…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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