Hi, I'm 22 y.o Male from Southeast Asia country, In the past few years I have been going in and out online casino, as of now I already lost equivalent to GBP 17K-20K (which is about years of salary from where I came from) in roulette, blackjack online, sports betting, whenever I'm about to sleep at night I always think of going back to play Blackjack with bigger stakes and loan to get back my loss, I'm aware I'm in a mess and I can't tell anyone because I'm ashamed, and on the other hand I'm still playing daily, trying to recoup my losses and just now I lost another GBP 200, felt so sick on my stomach and losing appetite to think about my whole losses, I can't even focus on my work anymore, its almost felt like a life goal now, is at least recouping my losses, hardly feel anything else would make me excited.. seriously need help:(
So let me ask you. Do you expect to find anything here that is going to stop you gambling? Yes/No
Is anyone else creating your urge to gamble? Yes/No
Can we agree that you are creating your own gambling? Yes / No
Do you agree that the only one on te entire planet that can help you stop gambling is you?  Yes / No
This is your creation. You are the master and captain of your ship and fate. You!
With the right tools you will be able to claim control of your gambling. I am not talking about the urges
or the itch we cant stop scratching but owning your decisions and taking full responsibility for yourself.
Take a look in the mirror forget about all that is hounding you and start to get in touch with yourself.
You are the captain of your ship. You can steer that ship into storms or into calm waters but you wont do anything if you do not steer that ship.
Ask what you can do and how you can do it. Start finding some answers for yourself because if you keep on doing what you doing you are just going to get more of the same.
Do not give up and never surrender just take charge.
Best
C
Â
I've been there. the late night blackjack sessions. Don't do it. its not worth it. There is always an mathematical edge in casino games for the house. You will never get more than you put in the long-term because the games and the websites are designed to make a profit out of you. sounds like a scam does it. yes it is. It is a legal scam and in exchange for your time and money, you get your adrenaline, your highs and your "fun". I hope you understand how now gambling works in the back-scene.Â
Why not put your time and money to get your fun in other places? Pay for new experiences, food, outdoor activities, fun places, invest in yourself, wake up early, learn something new, focus on doing good work and I highly suggest volunteering. I volunteer my time here helping people here in this forum which makes me happy as well.
Hope this helps you give you courage to change because it is not easy but you have to get out your comfort zone and start taking steps. Don't let these companies scam you and control you. Take charge of your life to become a better person.
Affected by gambling?
Looking for support?
We are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. You can also contact us for free on 0808 80 20 133. If you would like to find out more about the service before you start, including information on confidentiality, please click below. Call recordings and chat transcripts are saved for 28 days for quality assurance.