Web Directory

» A Family Living in Voluntary Simplicity
   A family which strives to maintain a life of voluntary simplicity through homeschooling, organic farming, music, yoga and ecology.
   http://my.dmci.net/~kingcm/

» A Real Hermit
   A photographic story about a hermit that lives in the woods of Ohio, describing his lifestyle in a tiny cabin.
   http://hermit.bizhosting.com/hermit.html

» A Real Life
   The magazine offers unique, practical, upbeat inspiration to create a simpler, healthier, more balanced and fulfilling life in an earthy and intimate ad-free format.
   http://www.areallife.com

» Affluenza: PBS Program on the Epidemic of Overconsumption
   The online companion to the PBS program on the high social and environmental costs of overconsumption and materialism, helps to recognize and treat affluenza as well as educate the public.
   http://www.pbs.org/kcts/affluenza/

» Alternatives for Simple Living
   Organization that is working to equip people of faith to challenge consumerism, live justly and celebrate responsibly. Started in 1973 as a protest against the commercialization of Christmas.
   http://www.simpleliving.org/

» Barenakedfamily.com
   Family whose values include getting rid of stuff to simplify their lives and live their dreams. Describes their eccentric traveling lifestyle and unschooling with photos.
   http://www.barenakedfamily.com/

» Better Times Webzine
   An e-zine of sustainable, simple, and frugal living, published by the Oscar Romero Catholic Worker House.
   http://www.bettertimesinfo.org/

» Center For a New America Dream
   Non-profit movement of anti-consumerism - simplifying lifestyles by reducing waste and only buying what is needed in order to be happier and preserve the earth.
   http://www.newdream.org/

» Choosing Voluntary Simplicity
   An illustrated guide to simple living and self-reliance.
   http://www.choosingvoluntarysimplicity.com/

» Families for Natural Living
   A 501(c)(3) Non Profit educational organization that provides resources, information and support for families who want to make informed natural living decisions for themselves.
   http://www.familiesfornaturalliving.org/

» Getting a Life
   Information, ideas, philosophy and articles on voluntary simplicity, sustainability and spirituality. It focuses on the practical application of the "Your Money or Your Life" program and the concepts of the "Ecological Footprint" to achieve a sustainable
   http://www.gettingalife.org

» Hitch Hike Mike: Mike Gitelman
   A Canadian hitchhiker and traveller, with his autobiographical writings on his voluntary homelessness, and a description of his simple life in a tree house.
   http://www.hitchhikemike.com

» Live Simple
   An E-book that sets out specific suggestions for simplifying possessions, home, daily routines, personal goals, and use of resources.
   http://www.december.com/simple/live/index.html

» Live Simply With Style
   Authors Mary Helen and Shuford Smith offer retirement, travel, and photography tips for a simple lifestyle.
   http://www.livesimplywithstyle.com

» Living Lightly on the Earth
   This site is based on an assumption that every human being has a right to an equal share of physical space on this planet, purely by virtue of being human.
   http://www.scn.org/earth/lightly/index.html

» Living Simply at Suite 101
   Tips, information, encouragement, and discussion for those who wish to take control of their lives and learn to relax and simplify.
   http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/living_simply

» Natural Life Magazine
   News and articles about sustainable living, health, family, livelihood, and mostly voluntary simplicity, since 1976.
   http://www.naturallifemagazine.com

» New Liberty Village
   A community and network of websites with articles on self-sufficiency, voluntary simplicity, and spirituality. A movement of ideas and freedom which is providing an online school of right living.
   http://newlibertyvillage.com/

» Northwest Earth Institute
   Discussion courses on sustainability, deep ecology, living in place, and the practice of simplicity for groups and individuals in the Northwest and across the United States.
   http://www.nwei.org/

» Path to Freedom - One Step at A Time
   Strives to inspire individuals to "think globally, act locally" by motivating them to live a simpler and more fulfilling life.
   http://www.pathtofreedom.com

» Pioneer Thinking
   Internet natural living community. Share health, home, and beauty tips, men's health, and crafts.
   http://www.pioneerthinking.com/

» Real Simple
   An online magazine devoted to simplifying life and making it more meaningful for busy people, based on the print magazine.
   http://www.realsimple.com/realsimple/

» Simple Abundance
   Sarah Breathnach's official website for her series, 'Simple Abundance'. Simple appreciation of every day life and beautiful things.
   http://www.simpleabundance.com/

» Simple Living Network
   Sponsors a huge range of simple living resources as well as communities and books. A one-stop place for most subjects involving simplifying your own life.
   http://www.simpleliving.net

» Simple Living Resource Guide
   Resource guide for people interested in voluntary simplicity, simple living, and downsizing, maintained by the Pierce Simplicity Study.
   http://www.gallagherpress.com/pierce/index.htm

» Simply Living
   A non-profit organization in central Ohio, educating people to live responsibly and sustainably in a joyful relationship with the earth and one another.
   http://www.simplyliving.org/sl/

» Slow Down Now
   Humorous short stories ranging from true to the wildly absurd. The author takes an anti-workaholism stance: Slow Lifestyle Manifesto.
   http://www.slowdownnow.org

» The Center for Whole Communities
   Beautiful learning center dedicated to nurturing the relationship between people and the land, a community gathering place, and a working family farm in Fayston, VT.
   http://www.wholecommunities.org

» The Journal of Voluntary Simplicity
   Subscription information for the quarterly journal about simplifying our lives. Includes information on related books.
   http://www.simpleliving.com/

» The Lilypad List: 7 Steps to the Simple Life
   About the book by Marian Van Eyk McCain. Online sales, information about the author and illustrator, and the author's other books.
   http://www.lilypadlist.com

» The New Road Map Foundation
   Providing people with practical tools and innovative approaches for managing and mastering basic life challenges.
   http://www.newroadmap.org

» Thoughts on Voluntary Simplicity
   Explains the difference between voluntary simplicity and frugality; articles on topics such as building the simple life.
   http://www.word-works.com/simple

» Voice Yourself
   Project started by Woody Harrelson and Laura Louie to encourage citizens to protest pollution of the air, soil, and water through everyday choices and behaviors. Includes information about their bike and bus tour, recipes, a guide to farms, and a forum.
   http://www.voiceyourself.com/

» Voluntary Simplicity Overview
   Essay on voluntary simplicity and why it is gaining acceptance, as well of some of the movement's roots in the 70's.
   http://www.stretcher.com/stories/960415c.htm

» Voluntary Simplicity Study Circles by Janet Luhrs
   Article from In Context on Janet Luhrs' study circles in sustainable agriculture and voluntary simplicity.
   http://www.context.org/ICLIB/IC33/Luhrs.htm

» Welcome to Raven Talk
   Raventalk is a portal for exploring how to create a sustainable planet future. Provides connections to people, activists and ideas which are working towards a healthy and sustainable planet for all living beings
   http://www.raventalk.com

» Welcome to Voluntary Simplicity
   A weblog about voluntary simplicity guided by permaculture principles.
   http://welcometovoluntarysimplicity.wordpress.com

» Wilderdom: A Project in Natural Living & Transformation
   Wilderdom refers to "natural living". They seek to explore human-nature relations and to derive sustainable solutions to modern-living. Wilderdom is also a sustainable living center in Australia.
   http://www.wilderdom.com

» Work, Money, Time, Future - Arbeit, Geld, Zeit, Zukunft
   Thoughts on work, money, time and future with questions that make us reconsider what we are doing to impact our lives and the future.
   http://members.aon.at/ro.neunteufel