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8 December 2015 at 10:39 pm #32001DjlinnenParticipant
Well I will start from the start to make sense of the situation.
I’m 26. Been gambling for the last 7 years , started on roulette machines in bookies and now found myself spending thousands on online football bets and online roulette.
Today I’ve lost just under £700 from my credit cards, horrendous feeling spending money you haven’t got and to make things worse I’m out of work. Finally managed to close all my online accounts ( not that they were that helpful on closing them permanently)
Would love to know how you’ve managed to quit or to what has helped you stay away from the bookies as this is ruining my life ,its only the fact,that I now have my second kid and about to move into a new house that I’ve realised how irresponsible with money I am and how addicted I am to gambling.
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9 December 2015 at 9:09 am #32002DuncKeymaster
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Hello and thanks for starting a thread in the Gambling Therapy forums
Here at Gambling Therapy we pride ourselves on being a caring and diverse online community who can help and support you with the difficulties youre currently facing. We understand that this might be a tough time for you, particularly if youre new to recovery, so come here as often as you need to and participate in the forums, access online groups and connect to the live advice helpline if you need one to one support. Were in this together!
Here on the forum you can share your experiences in a safe, supportive and accepting environment. The beauty of writing it all down is that you can take your time and you will be creating a record of your progress that you can look back on if it ever feels like youre not moving forward. So, share as much or as little as you like but do try to stick to keeping just one thread in this forum so people know where to find you if they want to be updated on your progress or share something with you.
And on that note….
Im going to hand you over to our community because Im sure they will have some words of wisdom for you 🙂
Take care
The Gambling Therapy Team
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9 December 2015 at 4:56 pm #32003moniqueParticipant
Welcome. You have made a really important decision and have clarity in your mind about what should be your priorities – family, home, etc. And you have honestly faced that gambling is addictive for you. Do join in the support groups to communicate ‘live’ with others trying to have a gambling-free life. And write more about yourself here on the Journal you have started – so people get to know you better and can offer their thoughts and suggestions to support you. Also, read what others are writing as you can gain a lot from that, too.
I’m so glad you have made such a wise decision today. There will be struggles and battles ahead, I’m sure, but the difference in your life will make it all worth while and it will be so good for your family too – not just materially, but in every way.Best wishes,
Monique
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