Great Summer Reads: Recommendations from New Dream's Board

Blog | by New Dream | June 18, 2013

We asked our Board members for their favorite recent books on consumerism, community, and more. Check out their diverse and inspiring picks.

Conscious Consumerism Won’t Change the World: Why We Need to Think More Deeply About Equity and Consumption

Blog | by New Dream | March 19, 2019

We need to learn more about the extent of the problems we face, to understand how the complex systems of consumption and capitalism function, and to understand how they impact people differently. To do this, we need to get into the inquiry—to thoroughly examine the problem—in order to orient ourselves to what needs to change.

Skip the Goody Bags and Embrace Creativity Instead

Blog | by Rinny Yourman | December 13, 2017

New Dreamer Rinny Yourman describes how her family ditched goody bags in favor of giving guests at her daughter's birthday and Bat Mitzvah parties a more meaningful experience.

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?

Overcoming Party Pressure: SoKind Tips for a “Good Enough” Birthday Party

Blog | by Edna Rienzi | November 4, 2014

Last month, SoKind celebrated a big milestone — its one-year anniversary! As a gift to you, we've gathered our favorite tips for hosting birthday celebrations that focus on more fun and less stuff...more joy and less stress...and more love and less waste. Read on for celebration inspiration and practical tips.