13 Karwa Chauth Alternatives for Modern Couples

10. Alternative 10: Memory Jar and Photo Ritual

Create a memory jar or a small photo ritual to mark the year and set intentions for the future. Leading up to the date, both partners add a short note to a jar—favorite moments, things they’re grateful for, or hopes for the year ahead. On the evening, open the jar together, read a few notes, and place a new intention inside for the coming year. Alternatively, assemble a small photo album with captions that narrate your story and present it as a shared keepsake. Combine this with a short moon ritual or a quiet moment to speak one wish for each other. Memory-based acts are low-risk and highly personal, and they work well in diaspora settings where a tactile link to family stories matters. You can adapt the jar to include contributions from elders or close friends for a communal touch. The jar becomes a living tradition—a thing you can return to each year to remember growth and changing priorities.