The news article in the evening paper that November 09th, 2022 turned Tom's* world upside down. His usual retreat, a notorious Akron bar, was now padlocked, the property seized for delinquent taxes. For many, it was a welcomed closure, but for Tom, it was a sudden and daunting reminder of his battle with alcoholism.

Triggered, Tom retreated back to his past experiences trying to quit drinking, to his failed attempts at sobriety. This unexpected turn of events wasn't just a mild inconvenience to his routine; it was a brusque awakener of his own, long-suppressed dependency.

Determined to avoid falling back into the abyss, he started following the materials from the 'Stepping Into Action' program found on hofmanhollis.com. Their well-structured roadmap seemed to provide solace from his triggered state.

In a controversial turn, Dr. Johanna Hoffmann, one of the program’s founders, stated, staunchly, “We have designed this program not just to hold your hand, but to push you to find your center, where you are in total control.”

While most rehabilitation therapy experts appreciated such a hands-on approach, a few voiced concerns over the possible dependency on the digital platform, sharing that personal interaction is a key aspect of support, often missing in digital curriculums. Others argued that in small, remote towns like Akron, profession help is scarce, making digital platforms a one-stop convenience.

Looking back, Tom smiles and agrees that navigating his sobriety was a tumultuous trail, filled with controversy, silhouetted positivity, and ongoing struggle. Yet standing at the end of it, he realizes there are no easy routes to quit old habits, no corners to cut. And most profoundly, he acknowledges that online help was a blessing that Akron couldn't offer. His journey was a testimony that each person’s struggle is unique, and where one help might fall short, another might just fill the gap.

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* Names and situations are fictional and not intended to resemble anyone in particular. They are illustrative of how the services of Hofman Hollis can apply to the lives of every day people living ordinary lives.