A Valentine in 2009: Giving Freely While Spending Frugally

Blog   |   by Kim   |   January 29, 2009

8 Cheat Codes for Life

Blog   |   by Jake Giessman   |   June 14, 2012

Compared to their video game counterparts, the real "cheat codes" to life are simpler and more powerful.

A Smaller Piece of a Better Pie: Embracing "Luxurious Frugality

Blog   |   by Jake Giessman   |   November 27, 2012

Living simply shouldn't remain class-based or countercultural; it should be downright American.

When It Comes to Climate Change, Better a Sucker Than a Free-Rider

Blog   |   by Jake Giessman   |   September 6, 2012

Are you reluctant to embrace a more climate-conscious lifestyle because, hey, nobody else is doing it?

Etsy Goes Beyond Online Sales to Support Local Economies

Blog   |   by Krislyn Placide   |   October 24, 2012

Many of us know Etsy as a crafting and vintage sale website. But the Brooklyn-based company also supports entrepreneurs and communities directly.

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.

Well-Being: Finding Your Family's Environmental Best

Blog   |   by Aislinn Pluta   |   July 21, 2013

Trying to develop a deeper connection to nature for your entire family can seem like a daunting task, especially if you don't know where to begin.

Kids & Commercialism

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This October, Turn Your Intention Into Action

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   September 20, 2017

Through NWEI's EcoChallenge, join thousands of others in proving that small actions add up to real change.

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.

6 Ways to Resist Kid-Targeted Advertising (and Save the Planet!)

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   December 30, 2015

Today’s consumer culture encourages materialistic values. Learn ways to fight back!

6 Things You Should Be Thinking About This Earth Day, But May Not Be

Blog   |   by Wendy Philleo   |   April 12, 2012

This April 22, we can all take steps to reduce our environmental impact. But there are some other important topics that you may not be thinking about.

Strategies for a New Economy: 10 Takeaways for All Americans

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   June 21, 2012

Is it possible to create an economy that prioritizes both human well-being and Earth’s natural systems? The movement has already begun.

A Dream Alive: Finding Our Voice on Climate Change

Blog   |   by Patricia Tull   |   February 22, 2013

If longstanding bigotries can change, then surely we can change our mundane fuel sources. A climate rallier reflects on "people power" and progress.

How to Pay for the Kids College and Save the Environment

Blog   |   by Christopher   |   July 8, 2009