List of all RAWs & RAMs for Happy Hour Class(es) 2023-24
- RAW for the Week of May 1, 2024
Write the word “God or Divinity or Happiness” on a piece of paper or pocket book and keep it with you this entire week.
- RAW for the Week of April 24, 2024
Go on a walk with your family and collect litter. Share your pictures at hello@chinmayaniagara.com
- RAW for the Week of April 17, 2024
Go outside and observe one aspect of the environment (trees, bugs/ants, breeze etc). Note what you can learn from being curious and observant.
- RAW for the Week of April 10, 2024
Find time to go to a park this week with your family and pick litter.
- RAW for the Week of April 3, 2024
Every day finish what is given to you for dinner without complaining.
- RAW for the Week of March 27, 2024
Anytime you feel overwhelmed (angry, sad, excited) this week, try to take 5 deep breaths.
- RAW for the Week of March 20, 2024
When you want something, take a step back and ask yourself if this is something you want or need. Sleep on it if it’s something you want and revisit later.
- RAW for the Week of March 13, 2024
Each day pick a space (drawer, nightstand, shelf, corner) and clean and organize it.
- RAW for the Week of March 6, 2024
HH Junior – At the end of each day, close your eyes and in your mind thank everyone who has helped you in some way with all your heart.
HH Senior – Write a note to each of your family members thanking them for all that they have done and do for you. Deliver it to them if you can!
- RAW for the Week of Feb 21, 2024
Talk to your parents/friends/neighbors to donate food, and share your food donation numbers at hello@chinmayaniagara.com
- RAW for the Week of Feb 14, 2024
Make the resolve and watch out for the temptations. Write down every time you remove or resist the temptations.
- RAW for the Week of Feb 7, 2024
When you see someone being a good person, remember it and write it down. Do this at least once a day.
- RAW for the Week of Jan 30, 2024
Smile and say hi to someone you do not know 🙂
- RAW for the Week of Jan 24, 2024
Smile and say hi to someone you do not know 🙂
- RAW for the Week of Jan 17, 2024
Do something nice for someone else each day!
- RAW for the Week of Dec 20, 2023
Think of one goal you want to achieve and what you need to do to accomplish it.
- RAW for the Week of Dec 13, 2023
This holiday season rethink before you buy anything new! Refuse unnecessary gifts!
- RAW for the Week of Dec 6, 2023
Each day give someone a compliment. You can be that someone too!
- RAW for the Week of Nov 29, 2023
Spend 5 minutes with yourself, by yourself every day. No books, phones, people, or anything else.
- RAW for the Week of Nov 22, 2023
On a piece of paper, make 2 columns – Wants and Needs. Think carefully about the things you want and the things you need and fill this out.
- RAW for the Week of Nov 15, 2023
Make a gratitude jar and each day add a gratitude card in the jar. Whenever you’re not smiling pull one of those card out and smile 🙂
- RAW for the Week of Nov 8, 2023
Make a promise to yourself and do not break it!
- RAW for the Week of Nov 1, 2023
Make a promise to yourself and do not break it!
- RAW for the Week of Oct 25, 2023
Use an idea from Sustainable Gift Giving class as a gift for someone this holiday season.
- RAW for the Week of October 18, 2023
Go through all of your stuff and donate 1 item. Let it go!
- RAW for the Week of October 11, 2023
Sit with your legs crossed and challenge yourself to not move for 5 minutes before breakfast every morning. Increase this by 1 minute each day.
- RAW for the Week of October 4, 2023
Stop eating your favorite snack for a week.
- RAW for the Week of September 27, 2023
Make your bed everyday this week.
- RAW for the Week of September 20, 2023
Refrain from speaking any negative words, to others and to yourself!
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List of all RAWs & RAMs for Happy Hour Class(es) 2022-23
- RAW for the Week of May 10, 2023
Every morning, think of 2 qualities that a good person should have. Be decisive and choose 1 to implement in your life that day.
- RAW for the Week of May 3, 2023
Perform pooja with your family at least once this week!
- RAW for the Week of April 26, 2023
Pick one example of refuse- reduce-reuse-recycle that you are going to apply in your home/day-to-day!
- RAW for the Week of April 19, 2023
Find one thing in common with everyone you meet with this week. Write it down and be prepared to share in the class!
- RAW for the Week of April 12, 2023
Gather your loved ones and plant native trees! Track progress and share pictures at https://www.chinmayaniagara.com/initiatives/plant-one/
- RAW for the Week of April 5, 2023
Gather your loved ones and plant native trees! Track progress and share pictures at https://www.chinmayaniagara.com/initiatives/plant-one/
- RAW for the Week of March 29, 2023
Eat responsibly!
- RAW for the Week of March 22, 2023
Spend 10 minutes in nature every day and engage each of your 5 senses.
- RAW for the Week of March 15, 2023
Finish whatever is put on your plate for every meal this week.
- RAW for the Week of March 8, 2023
Wear a rubber band around your wrist. Whenever you have a negative thought – about yourself or another – pull on the band and release.
- RAW for the Week of March 1, 2023
Ask your parents for one thing to do around the house to help out. Think of the game as keeping your home tidy with your team – your family.
- RAW for the Week of February 22, 2023
Ask your parents for one thing to do around the house to help out. Think of the game as keeping your home tidy with your team – your family.
- RAW for the Week of February 15, 2023
Give up your favorite food for a week.
- RAW for the Week of February 8, 2023
Each morning spend 5 minutes in the sun before starting the day/ other tasks.
- RAW for the Week of February 1, 2023
Promise yourself you will sit still each day for 5 minutes (HH Junior) or 10 minutes (HH Senior).
- RAW for the Week of January 25, 2023
Every day, try to work on the task you struggle with and stay curious.
- RAW for the Week of January 18, 2023
- Every day, set 3 goals using the following prompts –
- By breakfast I will… (Set a goal)
- By lunch I will… (Set a goal)
- By dinner I will… (Set a goal)
- RAW for the Week of December 14, 2022
For every gift that you get, you’ve to give something away!
- RAW for the Week of December 7, 2022
When you’re about to ask for something you want, ask yourself, do I “need” this?
- RAW for the Week of November 30, 2022
Each day before bed write down 3 things that you are grateful for. Next morning, read that list before starting your day.
- RAW for the Week of November 16, 2022
Each day before bed write down 3 things that you are grateful for. Next morning, read that list before starting your day.
- RAW for the Week of November 9, 2022
Whenever you are about to say “I can’t” or “I don’t know”, add the word yet at the end of that sentence.
- RAW for the Week of November 2, 2022
Sit with different people at lunch 3 times this week. If that isn’t possible then instead introduce yourself to three different people this week.
- RAW for the Week of October 26, 2022
Sit quietly for 10 minutes without moving your body. Start with 10 minutes and each day add one additional minute.
- RAW for the Week of October 19, 2022
Commit to performing a random act of kindness every day this week.
- RAW for the Week of October 12, 2022
Before you ask for help with anything this week, try it one more time by yourself! Be safe!
- RAW for the Week of October 5, 2022
Every day in the morning and evening, look at yourself in the mirror for 5 seconds while smiling and give yourself a big hug!
- RAW for the Week of September 28, 2022
This week, get in the shower and then turn it on. Do not turn it on first and wait for hot water before stepping in! Go with the flow 🙂
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RAWs for the year 2021-22
- RAW for the Week of May 11, 2022
Build as awesome a birdhouse as you can. Be determined in your pursuit!
- RAW for the Week of May 4, 2022
Offer your thanks to the source of food before every meal – wheat for chapati, cow for milk etc. Reflect on where the food comes from and be thankful for it.
- RAW for the Week of April 27, 2022
Plant a tree (or plant) and share a picture of your tree/ plant at https://www.chinmayaniagara.com/initiatives/plant-one/
- RAW for the Week of April 20, 2022
Eat whatever food is served to you without complaining.
- RAW for the Week of April 13, 2022
At the end of your shower turn on cold water for the last 15 seconds. Practice titiksha and see if you can bear this discomfort.
- RAW for the Week of April 6, 2022
Learn a good joke and tell it to a different person each day!
- RAW for the Week of March 30, 2022
Do your homework with minimum devices (distractions) around.
- RAW for the Week of March 23, 2022
Ask your parents out on a “date”.
- RAW for the Week of March 16, 2022
“People watch” everyday during your lunchtime at school. Observe the conversations without judging!
- RAW for the Week of March 9, 2022
Create and complete your animation at https://scratch.mit.edu on the theme of understanding.
- RAW for the Week of March 2, 2022
Pay attention and count all of the times when you get into an argument or fight with someone.
- RAW for the Week of February 23, 2022
Take up a new responsibility this week! Reflect on the type of change it forced you to make in your day.
- RAW for the Week of February 16, 2022
Practice japa this week!
- RAW for the Week of February 9, 2022
Cut out one of your favorite foods that you usually crave for this week.
- RAW for the Week of February 2, 2022
Sleep on the floor this week. Get some blankets, pillows and have a sleepover with your own awesome self!
- RAW for the Week of January 26, 2022
Spend 5 min everyday keeping the body totally still. Sleeping does not count!
- RAW for the Week of January 19, 2022
Exercise for at least 30 minutes each day this week! Reflect on how exercising affects calmness of body.
- RAW for the Week of January 12, 2022
Do an act of service everyday! Write down your act of service and the reason for it.
- RAW for the Week of December 15, 2021
Keep your room in perfect order, as clean and beautiful as you possibly can!
- RAW for the Week of December 8, 2021
Don’t look at or use any screen/ device before 9.00 AM and after 9.00 PM.
- RAW for the Week of November 17, 2021
HH Junior: Get a journal for this class that you will be writing in every single day!
HH Senior: Make a vision board with a set of images and words that you aspire to embody.
- RAW for the Week of November 10, 2021
Every time you take a bite of food (proper meals or random snacks), chew it 30 times! Enjoy mindful eating and uni-tasking!
- RAW for the Week of November 3, 2021
Tell someone a truth about yourself that you have not shared before!
- RAW for the Week of October 27, 2021
Once this week, rake up the leaves in the yard. If you do not have a yard, rake the leaves in a park, neighbor’s yard or even a friend’s yard!
- RAW for the Week of October 13, 2021
Flip a coin to make all unimportant choices this week; like what to wear for school, which show to watch or what to eat for a snack. Accept the results even if you don’t like them.
- RAW for the Week of October 6, 2021
Each day reflect on which animal did you feed that day – the donkey (your wants) or the tiger (your needs).
- RAW for the Week of September 29, 2021
Plan your days: Make a plan for the week by writing down the day and time that you will do the activities from your three prioritization lists.
- RAW for the Week of September 22, 2021
Every morning write down your most important goal for the day!
- RAW for the Week of September 15, 2021
Bring a small pot, potting soil and seeds for the next class. Let the planting games begin!
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List of all RAWs & RAMs for the year 2020-2021
- RAM for Summer
Draw, doodle or paint a new picture everyday throughout the summer! Bring your “art journal” to class when we resume in fall and Shankarji will debrief on the RAM!
- RAW for Week of May 10th, 2021
Register for your graduation celebration at The Happiness Experience! Here is the link to register – The Happiness Experience.
- RAW for Week of May 3rd, 2021
Memorize all the virtues we have learnt this semester!
- RAM for next 4 months (till we regroup in September)
Chant Hanuman Chalisa everyday! Here are some beautiful renditions for you to listen to and practice https://youtu.be/8OlCzAfU00A
- RAW for Week of April 19th, 2021
Come up with a list of 5 books you wish (plan) to read. Two of these books have to be non-fiction. Share the list with us!
- RAW for Week of April 12th, 2021
Everyday this week, share something that you’ve learnt with someone around you (friends & family)!
- RAW for Week of April 5th, 2021
Come prepared to tell a riddle in the next class!
- RAW for Week of March 29th, 2021
Go through all of your stuff (even in the storage) and count all of the things that you have not used for the past year. Share the number with us!
- RAM for Four Week Starting March 22nd, 2021
Challenge yourself with our Hi5Challenge! Sign up here –https://www.chinmayaniagara.com/initiatives/high-five-challenge/
- RAW for Week of March 15th, 2021
Prostrate to your parents every morning before you start your day.
- RAW for Week of March 8th, 2021
Anytime you start a new task – write and chant OM!
- RAM for Four Week Starting February 22nd, 2021
Every time you feel bored this week, press pause and figure out the reason for boredom, reset and carry on!
- RAW for Week of February 15th, 2021
Build a snowman this week! If you are in a place with no snow, build a snowman using the materials at home. Share your pictures with us, we would love to see them!
- RAW for Week of February 8th, 2021
Serve your family one meal everyday this week. Be observant and serve them seconds, water etc without them having to ask for it!
- RAW for Week of February 1st, 2021
Chant ~
Hare Rāma Hare Rāma
Rāma Rāma Hare Hare
Hare Kṛṣṇa Hare Kṛṣṇa
Kṛṣṇa Kṛṣṇa Hare Hare
three times as soon as you wake up in the morning and before you go to bed in the night.
- RAM for Four Week Starting January 25th, 2021
Practice generosity. Make sure your parents notice that you are being generous without you telling them!
- RAW for Week of January 18th, 2021
Go to bed and wake up at the same time everyday this week!
- RAW for Week of January 11th, 2021
Create a Vision Board for yourself! The board should have the five goals (Improvement goal, Learning goal, Service goal, Virtue goal and Physical goal) and supportive habits you came up with during the class! Share with everyone to inspire others!
- RAM for Four Week Starting December 28th, 2020
Look up every time you are complimented. Look down everytime someone criticizes you. Remember everyone who helped you earn the compliments and think about/ reflect on what you did wrong so you can do better.
- RAW for Week of December 14th, 2020
No RAW for the winter break! Enjoy time with your family!
- RAW for Week of December 7th, 2020
Learn about the life of Swami Chinmayananda! If you think you already know about the inspiring life story of Pujya Gurudev, then learn about the life of Swami Vivekananda! Challenge yourself and learn about both!
- RAM for Four Week Starting November 23th, 2020
Every morning and evening for seven and half minutes – relax the body, enjoy breathing and quieten the mind. Practice quietude!
- RAW for Week of November 16th, 2020
Learn 5 new words in English and teach them to someone else as well!
- RAW for Week of November 9th, 2020
Dinner conversation with your family — How is what you are doing now making the world a better place? Reflect and help others in your family reflect as well.
- RAW for Week of November 2nd, 2020
Perform a pooja with your family at least once this week! Offer your gratitude, feel the divinity and ask for the power to remove all negativities!
- RAM for Four Week Starting October 26th, 2020
Every time you eat this month, you can only talk to family and friends (if you are at school). You can’t do anything else while you are eating! No TV, no music and absolutely no phone! Practice Unitasking!
- RAW for Week of October 19th, 2020
Create a short illustrated comic book, be creative with your light heartedness!
- RAW for Week of October 12th, 2020
Take all your devices with a screen (including TV remote for TV and mouse+ keyboard for desktop) and put them in a closet/ cupboard. Take them out to use them and put away in the closet/ cupboard again as soon as you are done.
- RAW for Week of October 5th, 2020
Every night before going to bed, write down three things you are grateful for and keep it by your bed. In the morning, read what you were grateful for before starting your day. Remember and feel grateful!
- RAM for Four Week Starting September 28th, 2020
Ask for less articles/ stuff(over holidays, birthdays or otherwise) and more advice (from your parents, grandparents, older siblings etc) on how to be HAPPY!
- RAW for Week of September 21st, 2020
This week you are on dish duty! Do the dishes after lunch and dinner — CHEERFULLY, with gratitude!
- RAW for Week of September 14th, 2020
Sleep at a different spot every night this week! Be at home!