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A Light at the End of the Black Friday Tunnel
Blog | by Dave Evans | November 11, 2016
The Black Friday shopping frenzy has become extreme enough that even a handful of retailers themselves are protesting against it.
Happy Generosity Day!
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | February 11, 2013
This Valentine's Day, instead of giving smarmy greeting cards and overpriced roses, why not commit to a simple act of kindness?
Christmas Is About Presence, Not Presents
Blog | by Sarah Allison | November 9, 2018
New Dream Youth Fellow Sarah Allison shares her experience and faith-based values around keeping the Christmas holiday focused on transformation and healing.
Want to Change Your Life? Change How You Consume
Blog | by Chris LaPlante | June 6, 2017
Take Back Your Time's Chris LaPlante describes the pitfalls of consumerism and explains why we can all benefit from cutting back.
Give What Matters—Your Loved Ones Will Appreciate It
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | September 2, 2015
Read an excerpt from Rachel Macy Stafford's (also know as the Hands Free Mama) beautifully written new book, and learn how her daughter Natalie taught her to let go of societal expectations and her perfectionist tendencies and give the gifts that really matter in life.
Making the Shift to Zero Waste Living
Blog | by Julie Fathy | February 23, 2017
A zero waste lifestyle might seem hard to implement and complicated to follow. But by taking small steps, you can make it a reality.
A Valentine in 2009: Giving Freely While Spending Frugally
Blog | by Kim | January 29, 2009
Easter, Naturally
Blog | by Nancy Sleeth | March 12, 2013
As one of the most important celebrations on the Christian calendar, Easter is about more than plastic eggs and cellophane grass.
8 Cheat Codes for Life
Blog | by Jake Giessman | June 14, 2012
Compared to their video game counterparts, the real "cheat codes" to life are simpler and more powerful.
7 Fun Ways to Bring More Meaning to Valentine’s Day
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | February 12, 2014
Looking for a way to move beyond candy hearts? Check out our seven ways to make Valentine's Day more meaningful.
INFOGRAPHIC: The Benefits of a Shorter Workweek
Resources | by New Dream | October 18, 2013
In this infographic series, New Dream explores the ramifications of overworking on our health, happiness, and environment.
Rethinking Work: Replacing the Treadmill With Time, Flexibility, and Happiness
Blog | by Hayley Schultz | February 27, 2013
The reason we work is simple: we need to pay for the things that keep us fed, safe, and comfortable. But do we really need to work as much as we do?
We Must Be the Change
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | January 24, 2017
Beyond everyday lifestyle changes like wasting less, we can take steps outside our homes to have greater influence.
Kicking the Bottled Water Habit: How I Started My Own Water Bottle Company
Blog | by Colton Weaver | August 12, 2015
A college senior shares his story of venturing into the unknown realm of entrepreneurship and product design to create a water bottle like no other.
Consumerism, Values, and What Really Matters: An Interview with Tim Kasser
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | July 29, 2011
Psychologist Tim Kasser describes his work on materialism and values, and how he’s tried to resist consumer pressures in his own life.