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Governments Promote Planned Obsolescence, Too
Blog | by Addison Del Mastro | September 17, 2012
Government policies that push people to replace their “outdated” stuff can result in significant resource waste.
Making the Potluck a Success in Today’s World
Blog | by Dale S. Brown | February 7, 2012
Can we reinvent the potluck so it can work in today’s busy, ingredient-conscious world?
Real Celebration: Nature Brings Surprises to a Montana Wedding
Blog | February 6, 2018
SoKind user Holly C. offers some lessons from her recent wedding experience, including that “keeping it simple” can be harder than expected.
Starting a Tool Library: Inspiration and Insights from Baltimore’s Station North
Blog | by John Shea and Piper Watson | March 8, 2013
An innovative new tool library is opening its doors in an urban neighborhood that's ripe for a renaissance. Here's the story of how it came about.
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.
Why I Decided to Share—and Eventually Sell—My Car
Blog | by Amanda Eaken | February 16, 2015
A San Francisco resident and mom is about to give up her family car in pursuit of a more sustainable, simple lifestyle. Here, she tells her tale.
Maria and Reggie's Relaxed, Budget-Friendly Wedding
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | February 9, 2015
In the Real Celebrations series, SoKind asks registry users to share a bit about their celebrations. Read about how Maria and Reggie focused on what was important to them, and allowed others to step in and use their natural strengths to help the couple celebrate their big day.
How Do You #SimplifyHolidays?
Blog | by Wen Lee | December 10, 2013
Join the movement to Simplify the Holidays! Check out this photo slideshow from New Dream staff, board, and allies.
How to Protect Ourselves by Protecting Each Other
Blog | by Christina Lewis | April 26, 2020
COVID-19 has ripped through our society and exposed us at the seams. Forced to confront glaring discrepancies, we now see how vulnerable our society really is. What will get us through?
Skip the Goody Bags and Embrace Creativity Instead
Blog | by Rinny Yourman | December 13, 2017
New Dreamer Rinny Yourman describes how her family ditched goody bags in favor of giving guests at her daughter's birthday and Bat Mitzvah parties a more meaningful experience.
What Happened to Self-Reliance and the Do-It-Yourself Ethic? (Part 2 of 2)
Blog | by Addison Del Mastro | July 6, 2012
Self-reliance and the “can-do” spirit aren't gone. They're just dormant, drowned out by a fast-paced lifestyle and cheap consumer goods.
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.
Living the Dream: Ashley Whittenberger of Cosmic Acres
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | May 6, 2013
A few years ago, Ashley Whittenberger decided to trade in her “mainstream McMansion on a half-acre of manicured hell" for a life of freedom and creativity.
