Hi Chris, you can stop I promise you.
But words. promises, even intentions rarely stop us gamblig – it is actions that count.
Look at the otehr stories here and you will see a lot that you will relate to. You will also see some of the actions you cn take.
You will read how barriers can help. For instance get yourtself excluded from where ever it is you usually gamble. If it is online then you can alos instal blockers on your devices.
Financial barriers also help. Your partner could help with those. Limit your instant easy access to gambling funds. Put things in place so that you are accountable and can’t gamble secretly.
Filling your time is going to be important, fill both your time and thoughts away from gambling. Your partner could help with that as well.
Most of all use support – whether that is here, places like Gamblers Anonymous, counselling, other online support. There are a lot of options these days. If we could do it on our own then none of us would be here.
Keep posting and let us know what positive actions you are taking. I hope to meet you in a group here soon as well.