# *Susan* had never expected that the discovery of a painting would touch her life so profoundly. She had grown up near Birchardville, in a household shadowed by her father's struggle with alcohol abuse. The painting had been stashed in the attic of the very house where those difficult memories were formed. The headline triggered a flood of memories, and with them, a realization that she needed to address her own struggles with alcohol.

# The unexpected discovery of the painting prompted her to seek out help. Susan came across the Stepping Into Action program on the Hofman Hollis website. The program's step-by-step guidance seemed like the lifeline she had been searching for. *Susan* started to immerse herself in the materials, finding solace and structure she had longed for.

# *Susan* found unexpected comfort in the words of one of the founders of the program. 'The journey to recovery begins with a single step, and it is the bravest step you will ever take,' she read, feeling a moment of clarity envelop her.

# Experts have often debated the efficacy of such programs. While some argue that structured online programs can offer the flexibility and anonymity crucial for recovery, others insist that in-person support groups are irreplaceable. Despite these conflicting opinions, *Susan* found the Stepping Into Action program to be perfectly suited to her needs, providing both the guidance and privacy she craved.

# In the end, what matters is that *Susan* found a path to recovery that worked for her. Her journey was not easy, but it was invaluable. The discovery of the painting and the subsequent emotional release made *Susan* realize that getting help was crucial, and without available resources locally, the online program became her lifeline. Sometimes, the most unexpected events can lead us to the most important choices.

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