#StuffCheck: How Many Shoes Do You Own?

Blog   |   by Wen Lee   |   March 1, 2013

The average American owns 19 pairs of shoes. What does this say about us?

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?

Cleaning Green Below Your Means

Blog   |   by Kim   |   February 17, 2009

“A Small Good Thing”: Bringing the New American Dream Into the Spotlight

Blog   |   by Lisa Madison   |   June 3, 2016

A new film examines how the American Dream has come to the end of its promise, and shows us an alternate pathway to happiness, wellness, and success.

Navigating Your Local Thrift Store, the Land of Misfit Toys

Blog   |   by Kim   |   July 17, 2008

Simplify Your Resolutions

Blog   |   by Kim   |   December 29, 2008

Make It Do: A Year of Buying Only What I Need

Blog   |   by Wen Lee   |   March 14, 2012

In 2012, Meg Hourihan won't buy anything new until she's used up or worn out the old.

On Walking: A Simple Privilege with Powerful Benefits

Blog   |   by Jenny Blair   |   August 20, 2012

A simple act like walking can provide a sense of place, community, and happiness.

How to Stage a Clothes Swap

Blog   |   by Regan McMahon, courtesy of Shareable.net   |   July 25, 2011

At these friendly social gatherings, one person’s discard is another one’s treasure.

PHOTOS: What Does "More Fun, Less Stuff" Mean to You?

Blog   |   by Wen Lee   |   March 13, 2014

A slideshow of people who are choosing to reject the "Buy More" messaging of mainstream media and instead say: "More Fun, Less Stuff!"

Why Witches? This Halloween, Put on Your Pointy Hat and Summon Your Inner Subversion

Blog   |   by Guinevere Higgins   |   October 22, 2019

One person's take on how New Dreamers are like witches.

Living the Dream: Howard and Marika Stone – Too Young to Retire

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   July 8, 2013

A Florida couple advocates an alternative vision of the post-midlife years, providing ideas and advice about meaningful work and community engagement.

Green Dieting Without Gimmicks: Seeking a Healthy Relationship to Food

Blog   |   by Kim   |   July 6, 2009

Living the Dream: "Hands Free Mama" Rachel Macy Stafford

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   January 7, 2014

Rachel Macy Stafford chronicles her attempt at finding balance in a media-saturated, perfection-obsessed world on her popular blog, Hands Free Mama.

Save Money and Go Green by Sharing and Reusing Kids' Stuff

Blog   |   by Shara Drew   |   April 3, 2018

New Dream's Shara Drew offers tips on ways to share our kids’ things, providing great opportunities to help our children learn the value of reusing and making do.