Susan’s Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Susan’s Substack (ostomy care, chronic illness and sexual abuse). The closest matches are Sick of this Shit Publications, Blue Cenobite and thinkingchronically. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 11, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About Susan’s Substack

Welcome to my substack where I talk about my life dealing with a chronic illness and my story of how I got here

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  1. 1

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: Sick of this Shit Publications is a culture newsletter that blends personal essays, podcast recaps, and political reporting. Its coverage spans chronic illness and disability rights (including Section 504 and Olmstead)…

    Likely audience: Veterans and military families

    2 shared topics

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    Blue Cenobite8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 22 days ago

    Letterboxd: Blueghosts

    Likely audience: survivors of sexual abuse

    2 shared topics

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    thinkingchronically3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

    How thinking impacts our experience of illness by a chronically ill Psychology PhD

    Likely audience: Individuals managing chronic illness

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 23 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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    Author Circle2K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: Author Circle publishes biographical profiles and interviews chronicling the lives of individuals navigating chronic illnesses like heart disease and multiple sclerosis. The publication targets readers interested in…

    Likely audience: people with chronic illness

    2 shared topics

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    Beautiful Anyway1K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 36 days ago

    From recent posts: Beautiful Anyway publishes personal essays and guest contributions focused on chronic illness, mental health, grief, and disability advocacy. The publication targets individuals navigating these challenges, offering…

    Likely audience: Pet owners

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: Bluejay Publications publishes personal essays, fictional narratives, and poetry focusing on themes like chronic illness, career burnout, and identity. It is intended for readers seeking reflective content on life…

    Likely audience: Creative writers and poets

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

    Likely audience: people struggling with weight loss

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    If you realized how deeply and thoroughly God loves you, how would it change you? We grow and heal as we connect more deeply with His love and joy. I love to explore our joyful identity in Christ and how His Hesed…

    Likely audience: Christians seeking spiritual encouragement

    2 shared topics

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    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

    Strategic insights on innovation, investment, and closing the gap —revolutionized personal destiny to industry legacy.

    Likely audience: people with chronic illnesses

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 5 days ago

    A platform for a neurodivergent writer who doesn’t fit in the trad lit scene but who can’t stop writing.

    Likely audience: neurodivergent coaches and educators

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    Quora Top Writer 2018; Florida Barefooter; 5 siblings, 3 daughters, 11 grandkids; curious inner child; almost a kid expert; soulful writing; life essays; how-to's; fiction, flash fiction; kids & adult poetry; Author of…

    Likely audience: chronic illness patients

    2 shared topics

  13. 13

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 3, 2026

    Conversations about living well... with gastroparesis and beyond. Home of The Living Well Pod.

    Likely audience: Mental health advocates

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 52 days ago

    curating the human interior and untangling womanhood. building a house of belonging, puttering around the blank canvas, and learning how to create lives we don't need to escape.

    Likely audience: writers and journalers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 13, 2026

    A blog about the ups and downs of living with the autoimmune disease Ankylosing spondylitis, a type of inflammatory arthritis of the spine.

    Likely audience: chronic illness survivors

    2 shared topics

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    The Daily GOOD1M+ subscribers

    beehiivSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

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

    Likely audience: psychology enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Home | The Daily Wisdom800K+ subscribers

    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

    1 shared topic

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    Granted577K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 26 days ago

    From recent posts: Granted publishes culture-focused essays on social isolation and community building, often blending book promotion with tour announcements. The publication targets readers interested in social psychology and mental…

    Likely audience: Individuals feeling lonely or isolated

    1 shared topic

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    State of the Day486K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: State of the Day publishes a rotating mix of political analysis, personal essays, and viral culture stories, targeting readers interested in US elections, international relations, and social commentary. The publication…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 28 days ago

    A messy love letter to real life with kids

    Likely audience: survivors of sexual assault

    1 shared topic

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    The Good Trade431K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: The Good Trade publishes personal essays and interviews centered on wellness, self-discovery, and seasonal living. Its content blends reflective writing on topics like astrology, mental health, and healing with…

    Likely audience: wellness enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    becoming that girl374K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    love letters, personal thoughts, story dumps, and the virtual diary of a girl in her twenties starting over and figuring life out, piece by piece.

    Likely audience: Substack readers

    1 shared topic

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    XO, MU by Melissa Urban371K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 15 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

    1 shared topic

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    Five Minute Reads340K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Five Minute Reads publishes business-focused critiques of self-help, finance, and wellness literature, offering practical frameworks to audit habits and debunk popular claims. The publication mixes short-form essays…

    Likely audience: Self-improvement readers

    1 shared topic

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