Why I Decided to Share—and Eventually Sell—My Car

Blog   |   by Amanda Eaken   |   February 16, 2015

A San Francisco resident and mom is about to give up her family car in pursuit of a more sustainable, simple lifestyle. Here, she tells her tale.

Living the Dream: "Simplicity Shifter" Carmella Rayone

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   February 13, 2014

After the financial crash of 2009, Carmella Rayone and her family became "simplicity shifters" in their small Wyoming town.

Knitting, Anyone? Learn a New Skill This Winter!

Blog   |   by Krislyn Placide   |   December 11, 2012

A lot of people think knitting and crocheting are for older housewives, but it’s time to drop that stigma.

Now Is the Time to Invest in Our Health and Communities

Blog   |   by Esther Clark   |   March 24, 2020

How a personal experience led the author to advocate for immune-system health and community vitality to combat COVID-19.

Excerpt from the New "Hands Free Mama" Book

Blog   |   by Sarah Baird   |   January 22, 2014

An excerpt from Rachel Macy Stafford's new "Hands Free Mama" book.

Fostering Connection and Community Through Resilience Circles

Blog   |   by Luka Carfagna and Emilie Dubois   |   September 7, 2011

Two Boston graduate students are building community and increasing their personal security through participation in a local Resilience Circle.

Go Green This Halloween!

Blog   |   by Anna Awimbo   |   October 17, 2013

Don't let Halloween be a frightening time for the environment (or your wallet!). Here are some tips to go green this Halloween.

How to Pay for the Kids College and Save the Environment

Blog   |   by Christopher   |   July 8, 2009

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.

Bikes, E-Waste, Petlessness, Oh My! Reflections from Portland

Blog   |   by Erik Assadourian   |   September 30, 2011

This week I had the opportunity to visit Portland, and it was refreshing to see so many efforts to grow a sustainable culture wafting out of the Rose City. There were some scary trends oozing out from there as well. But let’s start with the positive:

Want More Time? Give It Away!

Blog   |   by Wendy Philleo   |   September 25, 2012

New research shows that helping others can make us feel more "time affluent." New Dream Executive Director Wendy Philleo offers her tips.

Green Dieting Without Gimmicks: Seeking a Healthy Relationship to Food

Blog   |   by Kim   |   July 6, 2009

What Is "Enough"? Achieving the Right Balance in Our Lives and Families

Blog   |   by Suzita Cochran   |   December 5, 2011

Whether it’s a material item like shoes or a non-material one like free time, how do you know when you have enough of something?

5 Ways to Simplify Back-to-School Shopping

Blog   |   by Krislyn Placide   |   August 20, 2012

Forget the crazy school shopping bonanza, and save some money—and your sanity—in the process.

How a Gift Registry Is Being Used to Build Relationships and Strengthen Communities

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   January 12, 2016

Who knew that a gift registry could be used to sponsor a refugee family, create support systems for those suffering from illness, and get teachers the supplies they need? Our SoKind users continue to amaze us with the ways in which they're using SoKind to strengthen their communities and build relationships. Read on for inspiration!