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.

Excerpt: The Art of Frugal Hedonism

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   March 5, 2018

Looking for a way to save money (and the world), inoculate yourself against many of the ills of modern life, and enjoy everything more? Try "frugal hedonism."

10 Great Books to Teach Your Kids About Consumerism

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   February 6, 2018

Shara Drew, the director of New Dream's Kids & Commercialism campaign, reviews two recent children’s books that deal with the topic of consumerism in a way that's impactful and fun, and also suggests eight more oldies but goodies.

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.

Who’s Telling the Story? Consumer Culture and America’s Rural Communities

Blog   |   by Kate Parker   |   November 21, 2019

The commodification of rural life is happening across the country, from factory farming to agritourism. What are the costs of these changes and how can they support the people and communities that make a place what it is?

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.

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.

Community in Action Challenge: Share With Others

Blog   |   April 3, 2018

Sharing frees us from having to earn, buy, and consume ever more stuff, reducing our debt and our environmental impact—all while strengthening relationships with our neighbors.

What We See and What We Know (Or, Why We Need to Question Overabundance)

Blog   |   by Kate Parker   |   February 18, 2020

What is lost when we're confronted with a constant state of overabundance? What are the hidden systems that prop up these manifestations of largesse? And who are they good for?

Have a More Fun, Less Stuff Easter

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   March 22, 2017

Easter doesn't have to be yet another commercialized, excessive celebration. You can still participate in all the fun without the waste and stress. 

Family, Food, and Climate: An Interview with Activist and Producer Laurie David

Blog   |   by Wendy Philleo   |   July 25, 2012

New Dream caught up with producer and environmental activist Laurie David to talk about her recent projects, including her popular book The Family Dinner.

Top 10 SoKind Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   April 15, 2014

I certainly can’t speak for every mother out there, but my informal survey of mom friends and family members seems to indicate that what most of us want for Mother’s Day this year cannot be contained in a box or bought at a store.

Stories of Going Veggie

Blog   |   by Hanaa   |   April 14, 2009

Let's Get to Know Our Towns and Neighbors

Blog   |   by Bea Echeverria   |   February 28, 2018

New Dreamer Bea Echeverria offers insight into how she built a small network of acquaintances in her new home country and eventually found her community.

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.