The “Gendering” of Our Kids’ Toys, and What We Can Do About It

Blog | by Elizabeth Sweet | October 7, 2011

On a quest to find a gender-neutral toy for her daughter, an inquisitive mother delves into the magical history of pink and blue branding.

Want to Change Your Life? Change How You Consume

Blog | by Chris LaPlante | June 6, 2017

Take Back Your Time's Chris LaPlante describes the pitfalls of consumerism and explains why we can all benefit from cutting back.

Beyond the Lion’s Den: Mapping a More Meaningful Family Holiday

Blog | by Shara Drew | October 12, 2017

New Dream's Shara Drew describes her quest to create a different kind of holiday tradition for her family—one that has nothing to do with "stuff."

What Does the New Dream Mean to You? Join Us in the Inquiry

Blog | October 29, 2018

Now is a great time to ask ourselves what “reducing consumption” means, when social divides grow ever wider and so many people experience economic insecurity. Join us in the inquiry!

As we looked back on this year, 2019 seemed to offer it all: moments of deep concern and persistent challenges to our safety and well-being, alongside meaningful signs of hope that are taking us into 2020.

iFixit.com: Boldly Empowering Us to Repair Stuff Ourselves

Blog | by Lisa Mastny | November 14, 2012

Through its clean, user-friendly interface, iFixit offers free manuals and advice for repairing thousands of different consumer products.

Does Your Registry Reflect Your Values, or Just Your Fantasy Vision of Yourself?

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | May 3, 2017

Sometimes people register for items they don't really want or need because they have these fantasy visions of themselves.

5 Action Steps to Change Kids’ Screen Time

Blog | by Shara Drew | May 15, 2018

Here are five steps you can take to help make childhood what it should be for kids: filled with play, quality time with caring adults, and exploration in the natural world.

New Dream Evolves: The Future Beyond Overconsumption

Blog | by New Dream | June 13, 2018

New Dream is ramping up our collaboration with young people to engage them more directly in our efforts to tackle excess consumerism, build community, and improve overall well-being.

Off the Pedestal: Creating a New Vision of Economic Growth

Blog | by James Gustave Speth | June 3, 2011

A longtime environmental leader argues it’s time for the U.S. to reinvent its economy into one that focuses on sustaining communities, family life, and the natural world.