World Oceans Day: Making a Difference as a Conscious Consumer

Blog   |   by Terra Wellington   |   June 5, 2012

Taking care of the world’s marine life is something everyone can take part in. No matter where you live.

Oregon Artists Transform Ocean Debris Into Knowledge

Blog   |   by Jennifer Prediger   |   April 11, 2012

Volunteers create art supplies out of marine trash and assemble the pieces into giant sculptures.

Sailing Simplicity: My American Dream

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   August 17, 2011

In 2008, Teresa Carey left her job, sold many of her belongings, and moved aboard a 27-foot sailboat to pursue her dream of simpler living.

Memorable Vacations

Blog   |   by Kim   |   May 23, 2008

Love in the Time of Coronavirus

Blog   |   by Dyaami   |   March 23, 2020

In the time of coronavirus, we may find that we have a lot more to give to others when we give love to ourselves.

Determined to Thrive: A Family Pilgrimage

Blog   |   by April Roggio   |   April 26, 2015

What happens when you stuff 6 kids into a 1976 Travco RV & make plans for a cross-country voyage to discover America? This family will soon find out.

Reduce Waste at Home and in Your Community

Blog   |   September 5, 2018

Take New Dream’s Community in Action “Reduce Waste” challenge to reduce the amount of waste you generate and to make your home or community a greener place to be. 

Embracing Letting Go: Unintentional and Intentional Simplifying

Blog   |   by Lisa Luken   |   December 28, 2015

Lisa Lukin realized that her unfulfilling life was only going to change if she intentionally created a new path. Here's her story.

Living the Dream: "Globe Squatters" Jolene and Patrick Dames

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   August 11, 2014

Two artists and filmmakers are house sitting their way around the world, with the mission of revolutionizing the way people travel.

How a Group of Kids Bagged the Disposable Bag in Boulder, Colorado

Blog   |   by Kate Bailey and Kate Nelson   |   March 17, 2016

What decades of education and outreach couldn’t accomplish, a group of high school students could.

Youth Perspective: Seattle Is Dying, At Least for Longtime Residents and Job Seekers

Blog   |   by Alexis Arambul   |   May 3, 2019

New Dreamer Alexis Arambul discusses a challenge facing more and more U.S. cities: a lot of people who need work simply can’t afford to live in the places where work is offered.

Challenge Toolkit: Reduce Waste

Custom Pages   |   March 19, 2018

Want to Give ONE Holiday Gift That Keeps on Giving?

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   December 10, 2013

Make it an attractive reusable water bottle. Here are our top seven reasons why—some of which may surprise you.

Challenge Toolkit: Play!

Custom Pages   |   March 19, 2018

Bangor Daily News: Our Problem With Stuff

Blog   |   by Mark W. Anderson   |   February 24, 2016

Boston College sociologist Juliet Schor explores the issue of stuff in our industrial society; her work among that of others spawned the Center for a New American Dream.