Substacks recommended by Beth L. Gainer

Recommended by Beth L. Gainer

Musings, memories and myth-making from the edges of a long and grateful life; a lantern in one hand and a pen in the other; always digging for the soul beneath the story.

Beautiful writing. The content is amazing. This Substacker is an artist and lover of nature. Her insights are fantastic.

- Beth L. Gainer

Words and Pictures by Pamela Leavey

Hello Readers! I am a Creative Writer & Photographer. I post my Poetry, Personal and Photo Essays, Daily Affirmations, Quotes of the Day and more, all to Inspire and Enlighten my readers. My posts are digital collages encompassing the world around me.

What a beautiful balance of gorgeous photos, poems, and photo essays. Definitely great for the soul.

- Beth L. Gainer

Couch to Artist in 365

By Alene N.

From being on my therapist’s couch with depression, to quitting my soul sucking job and following my true passion, to make art that speaks, within one year’s time, and still going strong.

This modern artist has tremendous insights and opens an important door into her life and art.

- Beth L. Gainer

Nancy's Point

By Nancy Stordahl

Sharing stories & my points of view about cancer, grief, life, death & everything in-between while reminding you smiling through the hard stuff is optional. Be real. Be you. It's enough.

This is an excellent resource that people would be able to use. Nancy is an excellent, down-to-earth writer who is able to not sugarcoat the realities of cancer and grief. I highly recommend her Substack.

- Beth L. Gainer

I Grow Strong Again

By Jeannie Ewing

Honoring the full range of human experience with empathy and zero shame. I gather and elevate diverse voices that remind us of our shared humanity.

This peek into the author's family life is simply outstanding. The author writes beautifully about parenting, and dilemmas/situations that arise and how she and her loved ones handle them. A must-read.

- Beth L. Gainer

Spontaneous Me: A Travelogue With Gerard Wozek

Spontaneous Me: A Travelogue with Gerard Wozek, offers creative insights on how to engage in heart-opening adventures.

Gerard Wozek is an astute travel writer and world observer. His Substack is so beautifully written, as he takes the reader on spontaneous journeys to a variety of places. Exceptional.

- Beth L. Gainer

Second Drafts

By Patty Bee

Second drafts, second chances. I'm a writer and editor telling real stories about motherhood, divorce, empty nesting, relationships, and the beauty of starting over.

Patty is an extraordinary writer, whose work includes advocating for loved ones. She is an amazing storyteller.

- Beth L. Gainer

Too Old For This Sh*t

By JULIA HUBBEL

You're Way Too Old to Say You're Too Old for your last third. This is your time, the best time, and let's discover why. Above all, let's share the best ideas for how to enjoy and thrive. The best adventure is to age well. Let's play!

This is such an empowering Substack read, especially for older women, proving that older women can do so much and that society's often negative view on aging is a major misstep.

- Beth L. Gainer

I Forgive My Body

By Rebecca Hogue

Short essays related to my experience as a breast cancer survivor who has undergone treatment in both the US and Canada.

Rebecca Hogue shows great candor in her essays, and she often discusses coping after her second breast cancer diagnosis. Her posts are beautifully written.

- Beth L. Gainer

The Patient Voice Collective

By Marie Ennis-O'Connor

I write about the intersections of healthcare, empathy, digital culture, and what it really means to care.

The essays in The Patient Voice Collective are extraordinary. This Substack, written by Marie Ennis-O'Connor, emphasizes the importance of patient and healthcare narratives.

- Beth L. Gainer

The Art of Self-Care

Recommended by Beth L. Gainer