Henry David Thoreau once said that "a man is rich in proportion to the number of things he can afford to let alone." A number of high school students in Illinois are putting that thought into action by agreeing to give up one thing each month. It started with sugar and fast food and evolved to anything that would end up in a landfill. This month, the challenge is to give up cell phones and texting - which for many is a lifeline. This is all part of the Volunteer Simplicity Project, developed by Mundelein High School teacher Nathen Cantu. Cantu asserts that not only are students learning a lot about themselves during this process but are also discovering a new sense of pride in being able to give up prized possessions and habits. With more and more focus on the economy and instilling responsible financial habits, experts are on board with Cantu's idea. Read the full story here.