riorichards alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as riorichards (grief and loss, mental health and existential philosophy). The closest matches are Small Things Growing, Rising Through Ruin and XO, MU by Melissa Urban. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 14, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About riorichards

riorichards publishes essays on grief, mental health, and existential philosophy, offering both personal reflections and practical guides for supporting those in mourning. The publication targets readers navigating loss…

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    Small Things Growing4K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 37 days ago

    From recent posts: Small Things Growing publishes personal essays and memoirs that examine grief, parenting, and the intersection of technology with human emotion. The publication targets readers interested in intimate reflections on…

    Likely audience: Parents and caregivers

    3 shared topics

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    Rising Through Ruin3K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Rising Through Ruin publishes weekly personal essays and paid 'Rebuilding Diaries' focused on grief, addiction recovery, and trauma for readers navigating emotional healing and accountability. The content blends…

    Likely audience: mental health advocates

    3 shared topics

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    XO, MU by Melissa Urban371K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    Helping you navigate life with firm boundaries, a kind heart, and a just the right amount of f***s.

    Likely audience: hikers and outdoor enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    Emily Ley249K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    From Emily Ley — bestselling author and founder of Simplified®. Equal parts practical and thought-provoking. Family systems + motherhood + the harder questions underneath everyday life.

    Likely audience: fashion enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    postcards by hasif163K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: Postcards by Hasif publishes essays on mental health, existential philosophy, and the psychology of productivity for an audience seeking introspection on modern life. The publication consistently blends personal…

    Likely audience: newsletter subscribers

    2 shared topics

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    Substacklast post Aug 2, 2026

    Welcome to Cheryl Strayed's newsletter. Everything is free right now. The paid "Dear Sugar" newsletter is on a long-time hiatus.

    Likely audience: Mental health advocates

    2 shared topics

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    Beau Society101K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    A whole lot of BS. A newsletter by Hailee Steinfeld.

    Likely audience: Parents of young children

    2 shared topics

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    Oldster Magazine86K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    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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    Family Troubles74K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    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

    2 shared topics

  10. 10
    people's archive56K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 46 days ago

    postcards and letters by people, to people.

    Likely audience: college students

    2 shared topics

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    we’re human42K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    raw reflections while doing my laundry and chores.

    Likely audience: Mental health advocates

    2 shared topics

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    Philippa Perry40K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    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

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: The Late Plate publishes weekly essays and recipes focused on motherhood, breastfeeding support, and cooking for parents. It is a personal resource for new mothers navigating the challenges of balancing childcare with…

    Likely audience: new parents

    2 shared topics

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    Nap Trapped37K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    Musings on motherhood, baby sleep, parenting pressure and what it all means within our culture(written while under my sleeping toddler, probably) from a chronically-online and politically engaged mom of 3.

    Likely audience: parents

    2 shared topics

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    BAD AT KEEPING SECRETS35K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 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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    Just Mary Katherine28K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago

    From recent posts: Just Mary Katherine publishes a weekly column blending sharp political commentary on gun violence and human rights with personal essays on parenting, mental health, and gratitude. The publication targets readers…

    Likely audience: parents concerned about child safety

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 35 days ago

    From recent posts: Katie Crutchfield's Substack publishes a mix of personal essays on parenthood and mental health alongside music industry updates, album announcements, and tour news. The publication serves readers interested in indie…

    Likely audience: new parents

    2 shared topics

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    Mami Onami25K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: Mami Onami's newsletter publishes essays on entrepreneurship, parenting, and spiritual self-discovery through a lens of trauma recovery and the Enneagram. It targets entrepreneurs and individuals seeking purpose…

    Likely audience: Working mothers

    2 shared topics

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    How To Cure A Ghost24K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: How To Cure A Ghost publishes reflective essays and workshop announcements focused on trauma, vulnerability, and identity in the digital age. The publication targets writers and survivors seeking community, offering…

    Likely audience: Individuals processing grief

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: The Mizrahi Perspective publishes personal memoirs, geopolitical analysis, and reflections on the Israeli diaspora. The publication mixes intimate family histories with hard-hitting commentary on the Israel-Palestine…

    Likely audience: Family historians

    2 shared topics

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    The Bravefire22K subscribers

    Substacklast post Jul 1, 2026

    From recent posts: The Bravefire is a printed newsletter by Alice focusing on mental health, emotional boundaries, and family dynamics. It mixes reflective essays on topics like grief and the silent treatment with promotional content for…

    Likely audience: Individuals with ADHD or undiagnosed neurodivergence

    2 shared topics

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    Hidden Psychology21K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Hidden Psychology publishes weekly essays analyzing emotional wounds, toxic relationships, and existential anxiety through the lenses of Jung, Frankl, Adler, and other philosophers. The content focuses on self-awareness…

    Likely audience: people processing emotional wounds

    2 shared topics

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    Kelly Corrigan Wonders19K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: Kelly Corrigan Wonders publishes a mix of long-form interviews, personal essays, and monthly media recommendation lists. It targets readers interested in culture, parenting, health, and public affairs.

    Likely audience: policy makers

    2 shared topics

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    Abby’s Substack15K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 11, 2026

    My personal Substack

    Likely audience: parents managing chronic illness

    2 shared topics

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