Just Keep Going 2024

08/14/2024

What’s Next ?

This - I’ve sent goals of different sorts to hit the next 2 years, holding to hit on all of them by the end of Summer 2026. The last 18 months have re-energized my outlook for life, and my desire into feed into my passions and interests in order to not only improve myself, but uplift those around me. The ultimate goal is continuing Just Keep Going, restarting fundraising in 2025 with an ultimate goal of completing in 2026.

There’s too many things I’ve learn, too many things I’ve yet to complete, made too many connections, to not give it another try, and to make things better, and to better spread a message that I feel my core, and affects everyone. I want to build myself to be as strength as I can be in mind, body, and spirit. If I am secure in myself, the better I can be for myself, and as a result they better I can be for those around me.

Regardless of whether I reach these goals or not, I know that I am “enough.” My accomplishments and goals don’t define me as a person and my success isn’t the value that I bring to the table or takes place of the person I am. Other things I want to do in this time span:

•Finish ALL of The Riverwest 24 (whether it’s biking or running)

•Do every event in the Pettit Indoor Marathon Relay (individual half & full marathon, relay half & full marathon races in a 2 days span)

•pursue & grow other hobbies (mostly reading and drawing)

•start a men’s mental health group

All these goals listed are lofty and difficult, but I know I can do it, because I’m willing to endure what it takes to get there. In the grand scheme of life - I am an average man - I’m not blessed physically, I won’t ever be the smartest person in a room, etc. However, I have the potential to be great, to be exceptional - and both of these are lifelong pursuits. And I will work to mold myself into that, and give myself permission & opportunities to be great. I’m far from perfect, but grateful everyday that I’m able to wake up and live a life that brings me joy, to surround myself with individuals that make me feel alive, to create myself into a person I can continue to be proud of. This account will slowly transform over the next few months so keep following among!

Sincerely,

Farit Kuri Azamar

06/27/2024

“Why Not You?”

At my worst - I’m very unsure of my place in this world. I’m uncommunicative. I’m unaware of my actions and what they can do to those around me. I lack confidence, passion, and discipline. I avoid challenge and conflict at all means possible. I’m unable to regulate myself and control my emotions. I struggle to feel connected to others, view myself as someone who can’t create / provide, and don’t feel proud of what I see when looking at a mirror.

At my best - I’m incredibly secure in myself, regardless of the situation. I’m able to communicate and my emotions clearly, and am comfortable being vulnerable in front of others. I’m self aware of my actions and understand the power within them. The drive and passion I’m able to put into the world energizes those around me. I’m in connection with my mind, body, and spirit - and take the utmost pride in the things I’m able to create and provide for the community around me. I have the ability to move mountains.

I struggle daily between these 2 realities. Self confidence is something I’m always working on, especially in the last year. Saying this for all to hear and to hold myself accountable - I have no reason to never have the utmost confidence in myself: regardless of the conditions, regardless of the challenges, the pain I endure, the rejections I face, the circumstances I need to overcome, I will pursue my dreams and interests with ruthless ambition, and I will succeed while being the most organic version of myself that I can be. Why can’t I be great ? Why can’t I be a positive influence on those around me? Why can’t I achieve all the goals I set out for myself ? Why can’t I live a life of impact? We as humans are limitless and are capable of so much more than even we can imagine.

I was able to hand NAMI Southeast Wisconsin a $12,000 check yesterday at their annual board meeting - final total raised is $16,583 for Just Keep Going 2024 aiding youth mental health support for the kids of Milwaukee. For 10 minutes I talked, answered questions, and was myself. I wrote “why not you?” on my hand to remind myself that the only thing stopping me is me. It was the last step of a process that started in February 2023. Thank to everyone who made this possible, you’ve helped me more than you’ll ever know.

Sincerely,

Farit

05/22/2024

1 more day till Milwaukee to Madison!

05/21/2024

05/21/2024

05/20/2024

Thank you!!