Best Self-help Literature Newsletters in 2026

NewsletterFIT tracks 4 newsletters that cover Self-help literature as a primary topic, all with posts in the last 90 days. By publicly shown subscriber count, the largest are Alexandria (11K), Olga Khazan (8K) and The Future of Leadership with Ed Brenegar (1K).

Updated Nov 4, 2026 · sorted by publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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    Alexandria11K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    Commentary from Mark Brahmin, Richard Spencer, and friends.

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

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    Olga Khazan8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

    From recent posts: Olga Khazan publishes weekly essays on psychology, neuroscience, and mental health, featuring data-driven analyses of topics like sleep deprivation and personality changes alongside personal anecdotes about medication…

    Likely audience: Self-help readers

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    The Future of Leadership with Ed Brenegar1K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: The Future of Leadership with Ed Brenegar publishes weekly interviews and profiles focused on leadership development, personal resilience, and emerging technologies. The publication features diverse voices including…

    Likely audience: older adults considering retirement

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    Wabi Sabi Life—

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

    I’m a Buddhist writing at the creative edges of the imperfect and unconventional. Japan is my spiritual home.

    Likely audience: Philosophy enthusiasts

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