On April 28, 2024, a sudden and unexpected tornado hit the small town of Arkola, Arkansas. The residents, including *Jane Morris*, were taken by surprise as the storm wreaked havoc across their community. Homes were damaged, trees were uprooted, and lives were irrevocably changed.

*Jane*, a schoolteacher who had battled with substance abuse in her past, found herself particularly affected by the disaster. The chaos outside reminded her of the turmoil she once felt inside. Memories of her struggle with alcohol abuse came flooding back. She was overwhelmed by the same feelings of helplessness and loss of control that had plagued her before she sought help years ago.

Determined to not let these old demons regain control, *Jane* turned to the *Stepping Into Action* program from Hofman Hollis. She remembered when this program had been instrumental in her initial recovery journey. With renewed vigor, she started following the steps again, hoping to find a semblance of stability amidst the chaos.

There was a moment of clarity one morning, while scrolling through the program's materials, she found herself deeply moved by the content. She recalled a specific quote from one of the program's peers: 'Sometimes, the strongest people are the ones who ask for help.' That quote resonated deeply, giving her the strength to persevere.

*Jane's* commitment to the Stepping Into Action program became a beacon of hope not only for her but also for her community. While experts from the National Weather Service were conflicted about the predictability of such tornadoes in the region, there was no disagreement about the emotional toll such events take on people. Moreover, mental health experts debated the effectiveness of online recovery programs versus face-to-face interventions, but many acknowledged the accessibility of online support as a crucial factor for immediate assistance.

In the end, *Jane* learned that it wasn't the storm outside that defined her, but how she chose to weather it. She reflected on how fortunate she was to find help online, especially since local resources were limited. It was an arduous journey, but she emerged stronger, with a renewed sense of purpose and hope.

Names and situations marked with an asterisk (*) are fictitious.

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