Between Appointments alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Between Appointments (mental health, cancer and mortality). The closest matches are MUSE MUSE, Oldster Magazine and Aging Well Newsletter. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About Between Appointments

Plain writing about living with advanced cancer. Reflection and practical thinking, between appointments.

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    MUSE MUSE2K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago

    These are my musings and observations about life and work. From a founder who has built $1billion of worth of brands and is now rebuilding a life I love with more freedom, joy and abundance.

    Likely audience: personal essay readers

    3 shared topics

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    Oldster Magazine86K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 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

    2 shared topics

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    Aging Well Newsletter12K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: The Aging Well Newsletter publishes personal essays by Dr. Janice Walton, an 87-year-old psychologist, on aging, self-compassion, mental health, and quality of life. It is written for older adults and caregivers seeking…

    Likely audience: older adults

    2 shared topics

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    Julie’s Pod10K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 17 days ago

    Julie's Pod gives you tips on becoming a better parent, adult child, partner, and person.

    Likely audience: adults reflecting on aging

    2 shared topics

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    Wisdom Well9K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: Wisdom Well publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, interviews, and satirical pieces focused on midlife transitions, aging, and mental health for a mature audience. Recent issues feature diverse formats including…

    Likely audience: midlife professionals

    2 shared topics

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    Meri’s Newsletter8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 38 days ago

    As a pioneer of the ProAge Movement, and the authority on proaging, I welcome you to join me in digging deeper, going further, utilizing the written narrative to reach the soul of the aging woman.

    Likely audience: women over 50

    2 shared topics

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    Conspiracy Sarah8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 59 days ago

    From recent posts: Conspiracy Sarah publishes weekly essays blending personal anecdotes, medical conspiracy theories, and satirical critiques of public health policy and treatment ethics. The content mixes serious advocacy on topics like…

    Likely audience: mental health professionals

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 19 days ago

    The Big Shift is where I share my most honest reflections — on the world as it is and the one I can’t stop imagining.

    Likely audience: mental health advocates

    2 shared topics

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    Aging Like a Legend 7K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 32 days ago

    Whether it’s rebuilding after divorce, navigating health challenges, or simply wanting to take the reins of how you age physically, mentally, and emotionally, I’m here to share the journey with you.

    Likely audience: fitness enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    the Sober Glow5K subscribers

    Substacklast post Aug 7, 2026

    The Sober Glow Studio is a space for guidance, inspiration, and resources on the art of living an alcohol-free lifestyle, navigating midlife health, and anything that simply feels good.

    Likely audience: women aged 40-60

    2 shared topics

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    Manoush Minutes4K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 33 days ago

    I’m Manoush Zomorodi, a journalist looking at what all our screen time and sitting are doing to our bodies and brains. I host NPR’s TED Radio Hour and wrote Body Electric (May 5, 2026). This is where I share updates and…

    Likely audience: NPR newsletter readers

    2 shared topics

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    That's What She Said4K subscribers

    Substacklast post Aug 7, 2026

    From recent posts: That's What She Said publishes personal essays and reflective updates from a history student covering topics like AI skepticism, aging, mental health, and adult education. The publication mixes cultural observations…

    Likely audience: writers and creatives

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 24 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication features personal essays on aging, chronic illness, and family dynamics, often centered on relocation and trauma recovery. It is written for readers interested in memoir and mental health narratives.

    Likely audience: mental health advocates

    2 shared topics

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    a life unschooled3K subscribers

    Substacklast post Jul 29, 2026

    From recent posts: A Life Unschooled publishes essays on unschooling, parenting, and social justice for parents and educators. The publication mixes personal narratives about illness and grief with political critiques and curated reading…

    Likely audience: parents

    2 shared topics

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    Unapologetic Aging2K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Unapologetic Aging publishes essays on body acceptance, menopause, and diet culture for women navigating midlife and aging. The content focuses on critiquing anti-aging industries and reframing midlife physical changes…

    Likely audience: women in midlife and beyond

    2 shared topics

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    dustybrandthoward2K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 49 days ago

    books, masculinity, and other dreamy things

    Likely audience: adults reflecting on life milestones

    2 shared topics

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    The Ivy Exile2K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 10, 2026

    From recent posts: The Ivy Exile publishes a mix of personal memoirs, critiques of political propaganda and technocracy, and essays on medical malpractice and consumer rights. The publication targets readers interested in family history…

    Likely audience: Parents and children

    2 shared topics

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    Aliveness1K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 33 days ago

    From recent posts: Aliveness publishes a mix of personal essays, workshops, and interviews focused on mindfulness, mortality awareness, and existential reflection. The publication targets readers interested in mental health, purposeful…

    Likely audience: individuals experiencing anxiety or panic attacks

    2 shared topics

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    Winter Henderson1K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    Likely audience: women over 40

    2 shared topics

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    Noel’s Substack1K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 20, 2026

    Likely audience: Fathers and parents

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    thoughts on the current state of the world regarding the Great Reset, vaccines, Covid-19 and other viral/medical assaults, NWO, the march to an authoritarian world government, etc. focusing on psychology and the obvious…

    Likely audience: writers and authors

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    Lessons in the art (and struggle) of being human

    Likely audience: older adults

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: Crimspage publishes raw poetry and prose exploring themes of mortality, mental health, and resilience, targeting an audience interested in dark, personal reflections on suffering and death. The publication mixes poetic…

    Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    I help women over 50 who are on in a Life Transition (Divorce, Widow, Empty Nester, Career Pivot) discover how to thrive in this new phase of life

    Likely audience: Women over 50

    2 shared topics

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