Living the Dream: Montana Homesteader Ashley Browning

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   June 17, 2013

Ashley Browning and her family recently relocated to a farm in Montana, where they aim to live a life focused on production, rather than consumption.

Guest Registry: Curated by Laurie David

Blog   |   by Laurie David, Author and Producer   |   May 21, 2014

In the Guest Registry series, SoKind asks our friends and supporters about their favorite SoKind gift ideas. The result? A collection of creative and inspiring guest registries! Enjoy.

How We Started a Holiday Share Faire to Build Local Resilience and Create Community

Blog   |   by Rani Jayakumar   |   November 17, 2017

Learn how one California group is boosting local resilience and strengthening community ties by sharing stuff, skills, memories, and stories.

Challenge Toolkit: Reduce Waste

Custom Pages   |   March 19, 2018

Subways, Buses, and Backpacks: 6 Frugal Travel Strategies for Kids

Blog   |   by Suzita Cochran   |   July 9, 2012

For one Colorado family, this year's summer vacation was the ideal time to begin teaching the kids “feet-on-the-ground” travel. 

Why I Stopped Combing Through Chemicals and Took My Hair Care Into My Own Hands

Blog   |   by Jasmine Curtis   |   February 18, 2020

Many of the hair and beauty products marketed to Black women—from dyes and relaxers to lipsticks and makeup—pose serious health and environmental risks. Jasmine Curtis wants to change that.

Living the Dream: Part-timer Sarah Lakeman

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   October 9, 2017

By cutting back her work hours, Sarah was able to make more time for her family and community—and to live true to her values.

Overcoming Party Pressure: SoKind Tips for a “Good Enough” Birthday Party

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   November 4, 2014

Last month, SoKind celebrated a big milestone — its one-year anniversary! As a gift to you, we've gathered our favorite tips for hosting birthday celebrations that focus on more fun and less stuff...more joy and less stress...and more love and less waste. Read on for celebration inspiration and practical tips.

Armageddon—Or A Time for Reinvention?

Blog   |   by Sarah Allison   |   March 23, 2020

A young California resident wonders whether, as a species, we can learn wider societal lessons from the spread of coronavirus.

Avoiding the Trap of Holiday Consumerism

Blog   |   by Isaiah Johnson   |   December 7, 2018

New Dream Youth Fellow Isaiah Johnson details the true costs of holiday consumerism and outlines five things you can do to avoid its traps.

Free Clothes and the Spirit of Sharing

Blog   |   by Gretchen Hilburger   |   January 28, 2014

In Maryland, New Dreamers are hosting clothing swaps and making a difference.

Bring "Play" Back Into Your Life

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   June 13, 2018

As we grow older, we tend to abandon our desire for unstructured outdoor play, but it's still important as we enter our adult years. 

SLIDESHOW: Photo Slideshow: How Do You #SimplifyHolidays?

Resources   |   by New Dream   |   December 10, 2013

Join the movement to Simplify the Holidays! Check out this photo slideshow from New Dream staff, board, and allies.

How I Helped a D.C. Neighborhood Go Solar

Blog   |   by Anya Schoolman   |   July 29, 2011

The inspiring story of one neighborhood that was so frustrated with the national and local government that residents took matters into their own hands.

Confronting Racism Through Personal Action and Deeper Community Connections

Blog   |   by Casey Williams   |   September 21, 2017

By building stronger networks with people and groups from diverse backgrounds, we can all help to create a more socially just and sustainable world.