Our Stories
From Alaskans, to Alaskans
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Figure out how [others] best receive love and try to deliver that. Everyone is different and it’s important to take the time to know the person in front of you...
Farimang Touray
Anchorage, Alaska
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My struggles can become my success. There’s a lesson in EVERYTHING, so sink, swim, fly for all I care, just don’t give up and keep your head up.
Shadeed Atif
Sitka, Alaska
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My strength comes from the ones I love. They keep me afloat when it feels like I'm drowning, and they motivate me to keep growing, changing, and learning so that I can be the best partner, father, and friend possible.
Joshua Medina
Anchorage, Alaska
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A genuine friendship looks like a bond where you have freedom to be yourself, share your ups and downs, and you feel accepted and supported. It's a connection built on trust, loyalty, and mutual respect.
Mark Salinas
Kodiak, Alaska
Share Your Story
Everyday, men do amazing things throughout Alaska. From being a father to being a coach to simply being themselves, these men inspire others and pave the way to a healthier Alaska. Strengthen Stories provides a glimpse into the work, lives, and mentality that shape these men. If you are interested in sharing your story with us and others, contact us!