Welcome to the Walking School Bus

Blog   |   by Michaella   |   August 19, 2016

To combat childhood obesity, fight climate change, and boost community connection, walking school buses have become a new trend in both the United States and Europe.  

Ladies, Enough With the Self Loathing: Go Body Positive

Blog   |   by Krislyn Placide   |   July 23, 2012

It's nearly impossible to avoid being inundated by negative body messages. What matters is how we receive them.

Ideas Worth Spreading: Be Inspired by TED

Blog   |   by Amy Curtis   |   July 13, 2011

These 10 video presentations provide hope, inspiration, and knowledge that although people can damage the Earth, they also have the potential to save it.

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.

Happiness and the New Simplicity: The Living Room Revolution of Community

Blog   |   by Cecile Andrews   |   July 23, 2013

Cecile Andrews explains how the cure to so many of our problems, particularly consumerism, is more community.

Creating a Guilt-Free Table

Blog   |   by Terra Wellington   |   January 9, 2013

No matter the extent of your choices, any guilt-free addition to your table is a win-win for you and the planet.

Hooked on Stuff: The Black Days of Post-Thanksgiving Consumerism

Blog   |   by Ray Lumpp   |   November 27, 2012

What started as a celebration of prosperity has become something akin to a national addiction. Are we choosing stuff over joy?

It's Time for Millennium Consumption Goals

Blog   |   by Erik Assadourian   |   April 22, 2011

The Millennium Consumption Goals are moving forward—and thanks to all the great comments we received, they’re getting more nuanced too!

How to Pay for the Kids College and Save the Environment

Blog   |   by Christopher   |   July 8, 2009

Guest Registry: Curated by Laurie David

Blog   |   by Laurie David, Author and Producer   |   May 21, 2014

In the Guest Registry series, SoKind asks our friends and supporters about their favorite SoKind gift ideas. The result? A collection of creative and inspiring guest registries! Enjoy.

Easy Steps to Waste-Free School Lunches

Blog   |   by Tovah Paglaro   |   September 25, 2012

By choosing to forgo packaged or cafeteria food, we can teach our children healthy eating habits and minimize the garbage that ends up at landfills.

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.

A Roadmap to a New Economy: An Interview with Gus Speth

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   March 8, 2012

Speth talks about the need to reshape the political and economic system to work better for all Americans.

The Value of Reducing Children's Screen Time: An Interview with Jean Rogers

Blog   |   February 6, 2018

Jean discusses how screen-time overuse is affecting kids' social-emotional and physical health, and provides tips for parents seeking to reduce screen time.