As Difficult As Rare alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as As Difficult As Rare (psychology, philosophy and history of ideas). The closest matches are perfume & letters, Literature Quotes and Remote Jobs and You. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 7, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About As Difficult As Rare

As Difficult As Rare publishes long-form essays on philosophy, psychology, and academic culture, featuring critical book reviews and personal reflections on scholarly life.

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    perfume & letters164K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

    personal notes on growing up, slowing down, and finding beauty in ordinary days.

    Likely audience: individuals experiencing low self-esteem

    2 shared topics

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    Literature Quotes160K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

    ✱ For those who cherish literature.

    Likely audience: Literature enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Remote Jobs and You107K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: Remote Jobs and You publishes a rotating mix of remote job listings, career essays, and articles on decision-making and organizational psychology. It serves professionals seeking remote opportunities while providing…

    Likely audience: product managers

    2 shared topics

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    Postanly Weekly104K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    Master the best of what great minds have already figured out for smarter living. Join curious people from Microsoft, Google, LinkedIn and Apple. Got a surprise for you.

    Likely audience: productivity enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    Horoscopes, tender rants, and lyrical excitements

    Likely audience: Self-reflective individuals

    2 shared topics

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    High Agency75K subscribers

    Substacklast post Jul 20, 2026

    From recent posts: High Agency publishes essays on psychology, history, and creative writing techniques for readers interested in self-improvement and individuality. The publication mixes analytical articles with practical advice and…

    Likely audience: Psychology enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Buddhist Philosophy62K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

    Adhiyana Buddhism Philosophy. Related Accounts: https://substack.com/@neoshakya https://substack.com/@esunq1129

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Daniel Moreira31K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Serial entrepreneur. Escrevendo sobre growth, negócios e estratégias que movem empresas.

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    Discussion about politics, economics, mental health, health and wellness, liberty and natural rights, philosophy and spirituality, resisting global genocide, and just about everything.

    Likely audience: Readers of self-help and psychology blogs

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Existential Reflections publishes essays on existentialism, psychology, and mental health, featuring biographical analyses of figures like Kafka and Jungian concepts such as shadow work alongside curated reading lists…

    Likely audience: Psychology students

    2 shared topics

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    WESTENBERG14K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: WESTENBERG publishes essays on psychology, business strategy, and historical analysis for entrepreneurs and founders, covering topics like resilience, decision-making, and emotional regulation without relying on a…

    Likely audience: founders

    2 shared topics

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    By Manu Joseph12K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: By Manu Joseph publishes weekly essays on Indian culture, governance, and social issues, ranging from critiques of luxury hospitality and street rescue systems to reflections on cinema and psychology.

    Likely audience: writers and authors

    2 shared topics

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    Psychopolitica9K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Psychopolitica publishes a mix of essays on consciousness and philosophy, interviews with researchers on academic funding, and announcements for its podcast and live workshops on AI coding. The publication targets…

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Vivere con Filosofia8K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    Pensare, sentire, vivere: la filosofia che ispira il quotidiano.

    Likely audience: Individuals seeking personal growth and self-improvement

    2 shared topics

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    Cosmic Update8K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: Cosmic Update publishes weekly astrological articles analyzing specific lunar phases, eclipses, and planetary transits within a framework of political science and AI ethics. The publication targets readers interested in…

    Likely audience: Astrology enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Naked Nude8K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

    Sharing high-quality, carefully curated artistic nude photography—the ultimate art form—for those who respectfully appreciate and celebrate the beauty created by models and photographers.

    Likely audience: philosophy enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Dreamspeak8K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Dreamspeak publishes essays on dream psychology, attention economy, and personal growth, targeting readers interested in the intersection of human consciousness and technology. The publication mixes analytical articles…

    Likely audience: Psychology enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    unwritten letters8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 14 days ago

    Well, this place is nothing but a safe space for my untold, unsent thoughts. Subscribe to my Substack & read unspoken thoughts, unsent letters, and life lessons a 30-ish is learning quietly and randomly.

    Likely audience: Philosophers and ethicists

    2 shared topics

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    Six Star Service7K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 23, 2026

    a grotesque & raw dissection of absurd & beautiful feelings

    Likely audience: Philosophers

    2 shared topics

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    Mark Anthony Poet7K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 11, 2026

    Writing to help others find lasting love in a world gone mad.

    Likely audience: people interested in self-improvement

    2 shared topics

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    Dying Every Day3K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: Dying Every Day publishes philosophy-focused essays, meditations, and podcast episodes centered on Stoicism, mortality, and mindful self-improvement. The content targets readers seeking practical reflection on aging…

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: Serenity & Mind publishes philosophy and psychology essays focused on cognitive bias, Stoicism, and emotional regulation. The content targets readers seeking mental clarity through historical analysis and…

    Likely audience: Self-improvement readers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago

    From recent posts: The Third Way by Justin Foster publishes long-form essays exploring psychology, mental health, and personal growth through introspective narratives and cultural observations. The publication features a consistent focus…

    Likely audience: Self-help readers

    2 shared topics

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    Dirt Road Dispatch2K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 3, 2026

    From recent posts: Dirt Road Dispatch publishes essays on philosophy, sociology, and community building, targeting readers interested in the intersection of personal growth and social structures.

    Likely audience: philosophers

    2 shared topics

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