On February 17, 2023, *Charlie* sat in his cozy living room in Kona, Kentucky, flipping through his phone when a headline caught his eye: 'Massive Earthquake Shakes Southern Turkey and Northern Syria'. For most people in Kona, this might have been just another piece of distant news, but for *Charlie*, it hit home in an unexpected way.

You see, *Charlie* had been struggling with substance abuse for years. The news about the earthquake triggered an overwhelming sense of unease and helplessness, reminiscent of a traumatic event he had experienced in his youth, when a smaller but equally devastating natural disaster struck his hometown. The memories came flooding back, and so did the urge to drink.

Desperate for a way out, *Charlie* remembered a flyer he had seen about a program called 'Stepping Into Action' offered on hofmanhollis.com. At first, he was skeptical, but with no local resources readily available, he decided to give it a shot. He started following the program's materials diligently.

'The first step is always the hardest,' *Charlie* thought, absorbing one of the lessons from the program. 'But it's also the most important.'

Experts in the field of trauma and addiction have mixed opinions about such online programs. Dr. *Avery* from the National Institute of Mental Health believes that structured online support can be incredibly effective for those in remote areas. Meanwhile, Dr. *Morris*, a clinical psychologist, argues that the absence of face-to-face interaction can hinder true progress.

Despite the conflicting opinions, *Charlie* found solace in the program. As he navigated through its steps, he began to see changes in his life. His past trauma didn't feel as suffocating, and the grip of substance abuse loosened ever so slightly.

In conclusion, while it was difficult for *Charlie* to find the help he needed locally, turning to an online program proved to be a blessing. It wasn't an easy journey, but seeking help was the best decision he ever made.

Note: Names and situations marked with an asterisk (*) are fictional.

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