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Learning to "Share" for a More Cooperative Future
Blog | by Jennifer Prediger | December 1, 2011
At SHARE New York, participants came together to talk about turning economic disillusionment into something more productive.
Be There for People: Life Lessons from a Fifth Grader
Blog | by Jen Patterson | April 9, 2019
New Dreamer Jen Patterson shares her experience working as an academic coach and being personally challenged and inspired by a student's poem.
Mackle-more of What Matters
Blog | by Ryan Dwyer | March 8, 2013
You know times are changing when a rap about the hipness of thrift store shopping hits the top of the charts.
WEBINAR: How to Start a Babysitting Co-op
Webinars | May 23, 2013
Instead of hunting for a babysitter every time you need to go out, you can rely on trusted mothers and fathers in your own network. Watch this webinar recording to learn how to start a babysitting co-op in your community.
Moving Without a Car, and Other Tips for Going “Car Light”
Blog | by Kevin A. Straight | December 18, 2012
Do you really need to own a car "just in case" you have to move every few years? A car-free enthusiast responds to his critics.
5 Reasons to Celebrate Buy Nothing Day
Blog | by Wen Lee | November 17, 2011
All around the world, people will be celebrating Buy Nothing Day to take a stand against rampant consumerism and reclaim the holidays.
The Good Life: How to Create a Sustainable and Fulfilling Lifestyle
Blog | by New Dream | May 31, 2011
In The Good Life, author Sherry Ackerman shows how anyone can choose the journey to sustainability and a sensual, fun-filled life.
Same Inside
Blog | by Michaella | August 18, 2009
I came across this lovely poem last night. It made me think that despite all our differences, at the end of the day we are all the same inside.
Spending Strategies: How Frugality Helped Me Cut Costs and Gain Freedom from “Work”
Blog | by Dale S. Brown | August 11, 2011
A D.C. resident describes how she became financially empowered to turn down work that is not in accordance with her values.
VIDEO: Kids Unbranded Video Contest
Videos | April 14, 2017
In spring 2015, New Dream hosted a Kids Unbranded video contest with the theme “Raising Humans, Not Consumers.” Watch the winning video!
The Happiness Project: Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun
Blog | by New Dream | June 24, 2011
A memoir of a year spent test-driving the wisdom of the ages, current scientific studies, and lessons from popular culture about how to be happier.
Donating Your “Declutter” to Charity
Blog | by Dale S. Brown | June 27, 2012
Many of us bring unwanted stuff to a drop-off box, donation center, or collection event. But how much of it is actually reused?
Four New Books Explore American Consumption
Blog | by Dave | July 9, 2009
