Embracing Letting Go: Unintentional and Intentional Simplifying

Blog   |   by Lisa Luken   |   December 28, 2015

Lisa Lukin realized that her unfulfilling life was only going to change if she intentionally created a new path. Here's her story.

Downsizing Stuff, Super-sizing Life

Blog   |   by Jenna Brown   |   April 14, 2014

Jenna Brown's journey from suburban housewife to downsized city dweller—and tips for doing it yourself!

A Royal Role Model for the Sharing Economy?

Blog   |   by Mary Murphy   |   July 30, 2013

I would never call myself a crazed-British royalty follower, but I did just happen to be awake at 6:00 a.m. to watch Will and Kate’s wedding a few years back.

Bottled Water-Free Holidays: A First Step in Kicking the Bottled Water Habit

Blog   |   by Anna Awimbo   |   December 3, 2015

Trying to find a way to wean yourself off the bottle? Why not start with a holiday pledge.

Car Wash Techniques to Help the Environment

Blog   |   by Kim   |   July 2, 2009

From Workaholic to Social Activist: A New Dream Story

Blog   |   by Tabita Green   |   July 23, 2015

Tabita Green didn’t plan to become a workaholic. It just kind of happened. But when her daughter became ill, she knew something had to change.

How to Ask for the Gifts You Really Want This Holiday Season

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   November 19, 2015

Do you get too much "stuff" over the holidays? Here are three ways that New Dreamers have transformed their gift-giving traditions.

Batik Easter Eggs: Layers of Color and Symbolism

Blog   |   by Kim   |   April 9, 2009

Decorating eggs with bright colors and patterns is simply fun to do, even if you don't celebrate Easter.

Top 10 Ideas for a Screen-Free Summer Your Kids Will Love

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   June 25, 2014

Ditch the screen and try one of these proven ways to keep kids active and engaged all summer.

Recycle/Recraft/Re-fashion Your Clothing

Blog   |   by Kim   |   February 18, 2009

Community-Supported Art: The New CSAs

Blog   |   by Eleanor Cleverly   |   November 20, 2013

Is community-supported art the next big thing in supporting local artists?

Our Children’s Schools: The Leadership Face of the Future

Blog   |   by Peg Watson   |   March 17, 2015

The Green Schools Alliance aims to connect and empower schools worldwide to lead the transformation to global sustainability.

"Our American Dream": Traveling Families Live Outside the Box

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   September 29, 2011

A group of nomadic bloggers inspires us to think beyond the white picket fence and to forge our own paths and destinies.

Tips for a Greener, Simpler Halloween

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   October 11, 2017

Halloween is big business. Avoid the hype and direct your energy, $$$, and creativity toward a greener, simpler holiday.

Christmas 2016: Not Made in China

Blog   |   by Anne G. Lliversidge   |   November 14, 2016

How one New Dreamer found meaning in finding and creating presents that reflect the true value of Christmas and family.