The Anxious Journal alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

Running, discipline, and mountain life - written from Yuksom, Sikkim

Likely audience: Marathon runners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

A Wizard's field notes ~ Art, politics, magic ~ City-watching, beach-combing, omens, ideas ~ A zuihitsu of the weirdinary

Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

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Substacklast post Aug 3, 2026

From the Himalaya and other mountain ranges: travels, stories, truth and tall tales.

Likely audience: Travel writers

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Substacklast post Jul 9, 2026

From recent posts: Tripoto's Weekly Newsletter publishes practical travel guides, itineraries, and destination spotlights for solo and group travelers across India, Nepal, and Hong Kong. The publication mixes in-depth field notes on…

Likely audience: Adventure travelers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: The National Park Club Journal publishes practical guides, travel planning resources, and personal essays focused on hiking, wildlife observation, and lodging strategies within U.S. national parks. It serves outdoor…

Likely audience: National Park visitors

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 28 days ago

From recent posts: This publication features essays on spirituality, nature, and small-town life by Barbara Brown Taylor, alongside book announcements and excerpts. It mixes reflective personal narratives with cultural observations on…

Likely audience: Spiritual readers

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Substacklast post Jul 22, 2026

From recent posts: DOUBLE TAKE publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, cultural analysis, and lifestyle advice covering topics such as travel, productivity, dating, and reading habits. The publication targets an audience interested…

Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 31 days ago

From recent posts: Life's a Feast by Jamie Schler publishes historical linguistics, culinary history, and personal essays on French culture and tourism.

Likely audience: travel enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 31 days ago

From recent posts: Hand Wash Only publishes a rotating mix of personal essays on travel, wellness, and nutrition alongside lifestyle lists. The publication targets readers interested in health trends, cultural exploration, and mindful…

Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

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Substacklast post Jun 10, 2026

Home of Essay Camp and The Book Supplement.

Likely audience: Teenagers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Every Shade of Grey publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, cultural critiques, and lifestyle guides covering topics from civil unrest and mental health to home renovation and wellness. The publication targets…

Likely audience: Travelers visiting France

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Michael Ian Black publishes a rotating mix of political satire, moral philosophy, and personal essays on culture and politics. The content covers topics such as US midterm elections, religious debates, and the author's…

Likely audience: Political commentators

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

A newsletter for multi-dimensional men, and anyone who can relate to the stories, experiences, and feelings. We write about sex, patriarchy, sexism, love, Hip Hop, Politics, Social Justice, Race, More Race and…

Likely audience: social justice activists

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

Spiraling weekly and writing about it

Likely audience: social media users

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: Życie we Wro is a weekly Polish-language newsletter serving as a cultural and community guide for Wrocław, Poland. It publishes a recurring mix of event listings, local festival announcements, personal essays on mental…

Likely audience: culture enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

High altitude and high hopes in a town of 180 people (and 51 dogs.)

Likely audience: parents

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SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

The unfiltered diary of a Palestinian journalist navigating her twenties while trying to make sense of everything that's happened along the way. Think of it as a long FaceTime call, where I share my thoughts and invite…

Likely audience: people interested in personal stories

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

In this space, I share articles about my training, activities, opinions, and the tools I use along the way.

Likely audience: Endurance athletes

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 22 days ago

my words

Likely audience: Punk rock fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 54 days ago

From recent posts: This publication features personal essays exploring themes of relationships, identity, and emotional intimacy through specific metaphors and urban observations. The content is written by Justin H Min and focuses on the…

Likely audience: writers and poets

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 34 days ago

Opa! Meu nome é Liliane Prata e sou autora de "O mundo que habita em nós" e "Ela queria amar, mas estava armada", entre outros livros. Aqui na minha Newsletter, posto textos inéditos, de crônicas e mini contos a…

Likely audience: Book lovers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

Likely audience: readers of Italian literary or travel writing

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post Sep 10, 2026

The musings and misadventures of Kat Blaque

Likely audience: BDSM community members

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SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Amanda Lancaster publishes personal essays and family stories focusing on childhood emotional regulation, neurodivergence, and developmental differences. The content includes narratives about self-publishing and family…

Likely audience: parents of children with disabilities

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