Hi Kin
Hope all is well with you and you are using your gamble free time with other far more useful things to do.
I will be maintaining input into my journal, just not as regularly as in the very early days of my recovery.
The previous time I used this site I stopped journaling completely.
I have a look at the site on a regular basis if I just have a spare minute or two. Just so I can read other posts and keep myself “on track”. This is normally 2 times a week. Then I will write something in my journal when I have a bit more time or feel the need.
In terms of where I am at now then things are a lot better than 10 months ago. I have built up my finances a little. Any extra from my everyday needs I put into savings accounts where it is harder to access it on a whim.
I have a lot of barriers in place however there are ways I could gamble such as going to a shop and buying a load of lottery tickets or visiting a racetrack. However I do think I am in a better place now to be assertive with myself and say no.
Now and in the future I know I must always be vigilant to the traps.
Still taking everything one day at a time.
Best wishes.
