Substacks I read this week
📖 I love reading these Substack articles that feel like conversation and therapy all at once.
✨Why I share these because Substack isn’t just essays, but It’s storytelling, therapy, culture, and connection.
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1.) Almost Didn’t Post, But….Miss Me with That “Check-In” Sh*t
https://open.substack.com/pub/almostdidntpost/p/miss-me-with-that-check-in-sht?r=5sqj4i&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
2.) Slade9 Magazine: Privacy is so sexy
https://open.substack.com/pub/sladenine/p/privacy-is-so-sexy?r=5sqj4i&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
3.) Gone With the Wine Idgaf 101: How to Stop People Pleasing from People Displeaser
https://open.substack.com/pub/gonewiththewine/p/idgaf-101-how-to-stop-people-pleasing?r=5sqj4i&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
4.) Hung Up: Tree Wedding Planner
https://open.substack.com/pub/hunterharris/p/taylor-swift-engagement-tree-paine?r=5sqj4i&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false
#substack #literature #intentionalliving #mediaconsumption #PHILOSOPHY
Substack has grown beyond a platform for essays to become a vibrant space where writers share deeply personal stories that resonate like therapy sessions or heartfelt conversations. The articles featured this week highlight just that unique blend of storytelling and authenticity. The piece "Almost Didn’t Post, But…. Miss Me with That 'Check-In' Sh*t" delves into the modern exhaustion with superficial social check-ins, emphasizing the value of genuine connection over perfunctory updates. This essay invites readers to reconsider how they engage in digital spaces, encouraging vulnerability and honesty. Privacy, described as “so sexy” in Slade9 Magazine’s piece, has become increasingly coveted in an era dominated by oversharing on social media. This article thoughtfully examines why guarding personal information and boundaries enhances one's sense of self and allure, reflecting a broader cultural shift toward valuing discretion. In "Gone With the Wine Idgaf 101: How to Stop People Pleasing from People Displeaser," readers encounter a practical guide for breaking free from the compulsive need to please others. It empowers individuals to prioritize their own needs and boundaries, fostering emotional well-being and authentic living. Finally, the article "Hung Up: Tree Wedding Planner" creatively links personal milestones with natural and cultural symbolism, illustrating how life’s events can be approached with intention and thoughtful planning. Engaging with these stories not only enriches your perspective but also sparks reflection on intentional living, media consumption habits, and the philosophy behind daily choices. Whether you’re seeking literary enjoyment or self-awareness, these Substack selections offer both in abundance. For anyone new to Substack or looking to deepen their appreciation, these articles showcase why the platform’s content feels like more than just reading—it’s an invitation into a community centered on connection, culture, and self-discovery.
