7 strategies for curing the urge to shop
Constantly fulfilling your desires leads to financial problems. Learn how to get that under control.
Millennials are behaving more like their grandparents
Young people's interest in 'healthy, clean living' has them cooking, crafting, and counting their pennies in ways that baffle their Boomer parents.
5 questions to ask before starting a shopping ban
Taking a stance against our consumer culture is a challenge, which is why you'll need rules to live by.
What's needed to clean up the fashion industry?
A new report from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation outlines steps to a circular fashion economy.
Not buying it: The allure of the year-long shopping ban
Whether it's for emotional or financial reasons, more people are rejecting consumerism by refusing to shop unnecessarily.
Holiday traditions should reflect what you truly love
And for most debt-weary Americans, shopping is not on that list.
Black Friday is losing appeal for US shoppers, but it's not as good as it sounds
Consumerism is still ingrained, which is why we need to fight back with the 'Buy Nothing' movement.
Young people don't want their parents' stuff
There was a time when family heirlooms were cherished, but now minimalism is valued more.
Henderson Island is the most remote, most polluted place on Earth
Discover the once-gorgeous South Pacific island where all your plastic trash ends up.
Why shopping should be a last resort
Toronto illustrator Sarah Lazarovic's Buyerarchy of Needs urges people to consider other options before hitting the mall.
Clutterfree With Kids (book review)
Joshua Becker, author and minimalism guru, argues for the many benefits of raising kids in an uncluttered, simplified space.
4 lessons learned from a year of extreme frugality
Personal finance writer Michelle McGagh weighs in on how to save money effectively.
'Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things'
This intriguing film asks a question we should all be asking ourselves: "How might your life be better with less?"
6 frugality experts give advice on dealing with holiday gifts
No one likes the rampant spending that goes along with gift-giving traditions, but all have different ideas for how to cope.
This app is just what you need to fight food waste
Businesses can list surplus food and customers buy it at a discount.
James Cameron wants us to stop treating the ocean like a toilet
The film director believes that ocean exploration could help us to prepare better for climate catastrophes.
Annual photo contest reveals dangers of ghost nets
Distressing photos received by the Ocean Conservancy show just how helpless marine animals are in the face of drifting nets.
Sharks under attack: These animals are overfished and underprotected
An alarming case study in the North Atlantic bolsters Greenpeace's call for a Global Ocean Treaty.
The Ocean Conservancy’s annual photo contest is now open
Calling all ocean lovers and shutterbugs, the 11th edition of this fabulous photo contest is accepting submissions.
Pantone's dire new hues are the colors of dying coral
The Glowing, Glowing, Gone is a brightly somber campaign calling for urgent action against climate change.
Even in a crisis, children's screen time needs to be controlled
Excessive screen time is known to be harmful, and tough times don't justify letting those concerns slip.
10 activities to keep kids connected to nature
Outdoor access may be limited these days, but there are still some things you can do.
Teach your child how to read a paper map
It's an old-fashioned skill, but it's still relevant in today's world.
How to thrive during a lockdown with kids
School closures mean kids will be spending a lot more time at home. Here's some advice on how to cope.
Outdoor children are happier children
New research shows it's because they feel empowered by 'sustainable behaviors'.
Yes, your kid can eat snow
It's safe as long as you teach them some basic guidelines.
Parents, don't be so scared of the world!
Letting kids venture out alone could be the best thing you do for them.
Kids need these 3 things, but parents aren't delivering
It's one thing to criticize kids' tech habits, but what alternatives do parents offer them?
Free-range parents need affirmation, too
Swimming against the cultural tide of over-parenting is hard, and a word of encouragement goes a long way.
Let's make recess great again
The schoolyard should be an exploratory classroom of sorts, not a holding pen for bored children.
Why kids need recess more than ever
It's about so much more than getting daily exercise.
Cork bath toys are a great alternative to soft plastic ones
They're non-toxic, waterproof, and cute.
3 reasons why Halloween is great for kids
Enough with the negativity. Let's talk about why this spooky celebration rocks.
Advice for when your kid asks about the climate crisis
It's a conversation most parents don't want to have, but it's necessary.
Why 'trunk-or-treat' is a terrible idea
It assumes Halloween is all about the candy, when there's actually far more at play.
Parents need to stop making excuses about school drop-offs
Kids deserve a better example than that.
Academic pressure is undermining kids' mental health
A new study says students in high-achieving schools are an 'at-risk' group.
Is outdoor play a child's want or right?
A debate between a child and teacher reveals all that's wrong with our education system today.
How would you react if your kid's school announced it was 'zero waste'?
It turns out that some parents are less than thrilled.
Summer camp is being ruined by spying parents
Facial recognition technology may delight parents wanting constant updates, but it's an invasion of children's privacy.
Rumpl's sleeping bag blanket is made from recycled plastic
With 100 percent recycled content, it's an impressive standard for technical gear.
Why Sunday should be your adventure day
Block off one day per week for athletic and outdoor excursions that otherwise would be difficult to schedule.
Why camping is so good for kids
You've heard about risky play. Camping brings together many of those elements.
Arrive is a nifty camping gear rental service
Why spend a fortune buying it when you don't use it that often?
Why you should take baking soda on your next camping trip
This versatile ingredient can replace multiple others, allowing you to pack less.
Magenta is an ultra-compact tiny house built for $10K
This bright pink wonder is small, but packs in quite a bit of the basics.
Centuries-old distillery converted into multipurpose co-working space
It comes with a tiny bar, housed in the distillery's old elevator.
Living & working have their own transparent spaces in these Zen Houses
Instead of combining the two poles of work and leisure, this simple and functional design separates them into distinct volumes.
Renovated 258 sq. ft. caravan is a modern bohemian home
The inside of this updated caravan is surprisingly chic and comfortable.
Czech out the Oppidum, the ultimate apocalypse hideaway
Because the greenest bomb shelter is the one that's already in the ground.