Strength does not mean being brave or strong – strength can be found in

• the little things you do each day to care for yourself,
• the time you spend in nature,
• the way you help someone else,
• the art you create,
• the way you honor your culture, or
• the wisdom you share with others.

Strength can also come from asking for, and accepting, help. If you are struggling with isolation, grief or loss, substance use, staying sober during pregnancy, or supporting a loved one through sobriety, you are not alone. Members of Southwest Alaska communities have graciously shared what gives them the strength to keep going, even through the most difficult times.