This is grief alternatives: newsletters like it

23 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as This is grief (Halloween traditions and commercialization, Grief and bereavement and Día de Muertos and ofrenda traditions). The closest matches are Kimbra’s Substack, Humans vs Retirement and Girl Resting. 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 This is grief

  • Halloween traditions and commercialization
  • Grief and bereavement
  • Día de Muertos and ofrenda traditions
  • Cultural comparison of death rituals
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  1. 1
    Kimbra’s Substack20K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    A newsletter of essays, poems, paintings and thought-wanderings from the musical and spiritual wells I draw from in my creative process.

    Likely audience: Substack subscribers

    1 shared topic

  2. 2
    Humans vs Retirement13K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 54 days ago

    Retirement is more of a human problem than a maths one!...I will offer practical insights into the world of retirement planning that focuses on all the main financial and non financial areas that need to be addressed.

    Likely audience: adults caring for ageing parents

    1 shared topic

  3. 3
    Girl Resting6K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    Likely audience: newsletter subscribers

    1 shared topic

  4. 4
    The Friday Poem 3K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: The Friday Poem publishes literary reviews and curated poetry selections focusing on themes of loss, illness, and transformation. It serves readers interested in contemporary poetry, literary criticism, and mental…

    Likely audience: Poets and writers

    1 shared topic

  5. 5

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: My Little Edinburgh publishes a rotating mix of personal lifestyle essays, local Edinburgh guides, and cultural festival tips for residents and visitors. The publication covers topics ranging from family life and…

    Likely audience: travelers visiting Edinburgh

    1 shared topic

  6. 6
    BAD ASIAN2K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: BAD ASIAN publishes a mix of personal essays, cultural critiques, and literary analysis focused on Asian American identity, mixed-race representation, and feminism. The publication targets readers interested in…

    Likely audience: Asian American readers

    1 shared topic

  7. 7

    SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

    Likely audience: newsletter subscribers

    1 shared topic

  8. 8
    ameliaguerin2K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 16, 2026

    From recent posts: This newsletter publishes personal essays and reflections on grief, existential anxiety, and the emotional aftermath of sudden loss. It is intended for readers processing personal trauma and contemplating mortality.

    Likely audience: individuals experiencing existential anxiety

    1 shared topic

  9. 9
    APAGAR PARA TODOS2K subscribers

    Substacklast post Jul 14, 2026

    Crônicas

    Likely audience: general readers

    1 shared topic

  10. 10
    sararianbooks1K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 21 days ago

    a place to share updates and reflect on my bite-sized poetry about grief and death loss.

    Likely audience: people experiencing grief

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    Essays about what happens after survival stops being the full-time job. Grief, neurodivergence, belonging, dark humor, and one German Shepherd who considers herself management.

    Likely audience: readers of personal essays

    1 shared topic

  12. 12

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 7 days ago

    notes on grief, love and community from the Black queer rural South

    Likely audience: readers experiencing grief

    1 shared topic

  13. 13

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

    20 years Cancer & 4 auto-immune disorder free. Practitioner for 20+ years. Nutrition, health and detoxification.

    Likely audience: Christian readers

    1 shared topic

  14. 14

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

    Indie creators of content for the curious. Exploring where Science, Comedy, Books, Music and Art meet.

    Likely audience: mental health advocates

    1 shared topic

  15. 15

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    Likely audience: readers experiencing grief

    1 shared topic

  16. 16

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 5 days ago

    Left the 9-5, moved to Bali, built a life around freedom, feelings + flow. Somatic therapist, yoga guide, and emotional healing explorer. Creator of The Self Care Space. Writing from the jungle, toddler in tow, matcha…

    Likely audience: new mothers

    1 shared topic

  17. 17

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 33 days ago

    Food, recipes, cookbooks, gardens and a house renovation project in Zakynthos, Greece.

    Likely audience: home cooks

    1 shared topic

  18. 18

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 29 days ago

    Widowed dad with three children who had to rebuild everything. Grief Coach. I write about grief, mental health, and parenting. Exposing my life in order to help yours.

    Likely audience: readers of personal essays

    1 shared topic

  19. 19

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 10, 2026

    A collection of words for going slow, staying soft, and finding zen in a world of chaos. Prose, poetry, and microdoses of joy.

    Likely audience: nature enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  20. 20

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

    Likely audience: readers experiencing grief

    1 shared topic

  21. 21

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 50 days ago

    Likely audience: readers interested in personal essays

    1 shared topic

  22. 22

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 21 days ago

    Likely audience: readers experiencing grief

    1 shared topic

  23. 23

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 12, 2026

    mary oliver, writing is one thing i want to do with my wild and precious life

    Likely audience: college students

    1 shared topic

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