2 months clean

Today I have reached two months gambling free as well, you should be proud. Take ot one day at a time.

Like you, I have debts that get me down. At least I have some clarity in my mind now. I just need to keep doing what I am doing. The one thing I just need to make sure I don't do is bet.

Enjoy your wedding day. 

Well done both, me too! I have not

gambled now for 3 months but still have to think about the debt to clear. This is something I probably think about everyday escoeciallt when it comes to paying for things.

however, I see it as a challenge to get rid of it rather than the challenge to bet. I don’t feel like gambling at all.

enjoy the big day!

Well done to all of you! Have you guys looked into financial help? StepChange have been amazing for me both times I have messed up dramatically (1st debt of £18,000). I set up a debt management plan and they just take one affordable monthly payment. I would definitely recommend them as it takes the worry away. 

all the best ? 

Well done mate. Keep strong. I'm just over 1 month clean, and still struggling with the thought of my debts. This will get better in time, and be proud of yourself. Congrats on the wedding.

hiya everyone I've had the wedding class day but I've f*****g started gambling again I've blocked all sites on my phone but the bookies is so close to my house so I can't help it so I go bet on stupid horses I know nothing about mostly American stupid I know what I need to do 

Ash,

You can get excluded from betting shops & admin will be happy to give you the telephone no. My love was horse racing, then when British horse racing was over I'd try evening football & eventually being so desperate I'd get on American horse racing till 1 or 2 AM. Then Australian horse racing 3 till 6 am. Eventually at 8 am in desperation I'd try a footy match in Vietnam going all in to desperately recoup losses, all on the net.

You're a CG, learn all you can about this addiction, it never ends & you'll never win because you can't stop. Get excluded, hand finances over to your spouse & accept the addiction is more powerful than you yourself. This addiction doesn't just hurt us, it causes destruction & hurt to those we love most. Put every block in place possible before it's too late. Commit to accepting help.

Best Wishes

AL