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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

From recent posts: Secrets from a Therapist publishes essays on psychology, trauma, and relationship dynamics, blending personal narratives with analytical pieces on topics like the Theranos scandal and mental load. The publication serves…

Likely audience: readers interested in personal growth

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 29 days ago

From recent posts: Being Well with Forrest Hanson publishes psychological essays and interviews focused on self-acceptance, shame, and therapy critiques for an audience seeking mental health insights grounded in psychology and science.

Likely audience: Psychology students

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: The Therapy Works Substack publishes essays on mental health, boundaries, self-care, time management, and psychology, alongside podcast reflections and cultural commentary on TV and societal anxiety. It is written for…

Likely audience: general readers

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

Likely audience: mental health professionals

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

Je partage des informations sur la gestion des émotions, les relations saines, et le bien-être physique et mental, dans le but de favoriser une meilleure compréhension de soi et des autres.

Likely audience: Readers interested in relationship psychology

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

For the exhausted parent who's doing everything right and still drowning. Honest writing on burnout, parenting, & finding your way back to yourself from a clinical psychologist who gets it. Subscribe via browser, not…

Likely audience: mothers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

I write about stripping back systemic distractions keeping women stuck at ‘almost’ so they can see the truth and refuse the systems holding them back.

Likely audience: individuals experiencing depression or anxiety

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

Uplifting insights on love, lifetimes and the light within you.

Likely audience: individuals experiencing anxiety

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago

The intersection of midlife, single motherhood, and neurodivergence

Likely audience: women in perimenopause

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 31, 2026

From recent posts: ArarunaEscreve publishes personal essays and psychological reflections on themes like body image, self-worth, and trauma recovery. The publication features a mix of first-person narratives by the author and third-person…

Likely audience: Therapists and mental health professionals

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beehiivSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

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

Likely audience: psychology enthusiasts

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beehiivSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

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

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 15 days ago

exploring the intersection of science, philosophy, psychology, and art within the human experience

Likely audience: Psychology enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

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

Likely audience: Individuals struggling with feelings of inadequacy or envy

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 52 days ago

de mis penas, sueños, gustos, miedos y aspiraciones. bienvenidas al diario de una chica perdida en sus 20s 💌

Likely audience: Individuals experiencing depression or anxiety

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 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

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

From recent posts: Grace Smith publishes a weekly newsletter featuring daily meditations and neuroscience-backed strategies for mental health, stress management, and relationship building. The content targets readers seeking practical…

Likely audience: individuals seeking mental wellness

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

🌱 Inspira tu mente, calma tu corazón y reconecta contigo. Cada semana recibirás reflexiones breves, ideas que despiertan y recordatorios que te acercan a tu bienestar. 🧠 Crecimiento personal sin complicaciones. 💫…

Likely audience: Individuals struggling with procrastination

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

As a go-to expert on family conflict, I’ll deliver decades of clinical experience and personal stories to your inbox. We'll discuss transformative strategies to mend broken bonds, understand complex family dynamics, and…

Likely audience: estranged parents

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SubstackWeekly · last post yesterday

Writing about designing a happy life, connecting with yourself, and everything in between.

Likely audience: Creative professionals seeking balance

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

A weekly newsletter where I share three small ways to add whimsy to your week, two inspiring quotes, and one new thing I’m trying -- delivered every Monday morning.

Likely audience: individuals seeking mindfulness practices

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: This publication publishes personal advice columns and reader-submitted stories focused on family trauma, mental health struggles, and interpersonal conflicts. It serves an audience seeking guidance on complex emotional…

Likely audience: parents

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: Actually Honest with Libby Ward publishes personal essays on motherhood, mental health, and burnout recovery alongside promotional content for her digital journal and related products. The newsletter targets overwhelmed…

Likely audience: Mental health advocates

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Haddini Aş publishes Turkish-language essays on psychology, philosophy, and self-improvement, often paired with book summaries, tool lists, and announcements for a YouTube series and career community. It is aimed at…

Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

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