*Bob Johnston sat glumly in his apartment in Larimore, Missouri, nursing a glass of whiskey as he read the news article about US-Bangladesh relations. As a former small business owner, the mention of corruption struck a nerve. Bob had engaged in some unethical practices himself to try to keep his construction company afloat during tough times. Eventually his guilt, combined with heavy drinking, led to the company's downfall and the loss of his marriage.

The article about the US working with Bangladesh to fight corruption triggered memories of Bob's own shady dealings. A line about promoting 'democratic processes and institutions' especially resonated - he realized his ethical lapses had tarnished democracy by undermining fair business competition.

Feeling motivated to make a personal change, Bob found an online program called Stepping Into Action on the Hofman Hollis website. The materials allowed him to honestly confront his past mistakes, understand his unhealthy coping mechanisms like alcohol abuse, and develop a plan for living with more integrity going forward.

'I always told myself I was just doing what I had to do to provide for my family,' Bob said, reflecting on his rationalizations. 'But looking back, I see how my individual ethical failures contributed to an environment of corruption that hurt everyone.'

Some addiction experts praised Bob's initiative, noting that recovery requires honest self-appraisal and a commitment to making amends. However, critics argued that online programs can't replace human counselors and in-person support groups. 'You can't just read a few self-help pages and undo years of harmful patterns,' warned one psychologist.

While the road ahead wasn't easy, Bob felt the online materials gave him powerful starting point to rebuild his life. 'When you've hit rock bottom, sometimes an online program is the only local option,' he said. 'Taking that first step - even through a computer screen - made all the difference.'

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