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Don't Miss Your Life: Find More Joy and Fulfillment Now
Blog | by New Dream | June 16, 2011
The evidence shows that humans are at their happiest when they’re involved in engaging leisure experiences.
Finding Our Way Out of the Sprawl: An Interview with Mark Valentine
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | September 7, 2011
A sustainability consultant talks about the livability challenges facing U.S. communities today and the glimmers of hope he sees around the country.
Why the Toys You Choose Matter: 6 Tips for Combating Commercialism and Encouraging Creative Play
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | February 29, 2016
Choosing toys and accessories carefully for your children can help them grow up to become smart consumers.
The Pursuit of Happiness: Toward an Economy of Well-Being
Blog | by New Dream | June 22, 2011
In a new book, author Carol Graham explores the promise and the potential pitfalls of injecting the "economics of happiness" into public policymaking.
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.
Why the Elf on the Shelf Is Not Welcome in My House
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | November 14, 2016
New Dream's Edna Rienzi offers tips to help parents avoid the "slippery slope" of this popular Christmas tradition.
Do You Love What You Wear? 10 Tips for Boosting Your Style While Avoiding the Traps of Fast Fashion
Blog | by Rebecca Ballard | June 9, 2016
Here are 10 tips for boosting your style while avoiding the traps of fast fashion.
Kids & Commercialism
Campaigns | May 31, 2017
ACTION KIT: Alternative Gift Fairs 101
Resources | by New Dream | April 14, 2017
Alternative Gift Fairs are a way to promote the gift-giving tradition of the holiday season without the wastefulness and commercialization of conventional shopping. Our resources include a step-by-step guide (including a timeline) to hosting a meaningful event that celebrates your values and supports important charities this holiday season.
VIDEO: Solving Problems Through Community Wisdom – community members working to bring fresh, healthy food back to West Oakland (5 min.)
Videos | November 17, 2011
In this video, New Dream profiles an Oakland nonprofit that believes the best solutions to community problems are found within the community itself.
VIDEO: Simplify the Holidays – share this with your loved ones to kickstart a conversation (5 min.)
Videos | April 19, 2017
Looking for a friendly way to express your desire to simplify the holidays? Share this video with your loved ones to kickstart a conversation that doesn't leave you feeling like the Grinch.
Contact Us
Custom Pages | October 3, 2017
Holidays & Celebrations
Topics | June 26, 2017
ACTION KIT: Guide to Sharing – tips for exchanging stuff, time, skills, and space
Resources | by New Dream | July 26, 2012
The first guide in New Dream's Community Action Kit is all about sharing: everything from starting a tool library to organizing a solar cooperative, from holding a clothing swap to launching a time bank.