Hi everyone,
Ive been on here before and i stopped gambling in December 2016 until June 2017. Since June its the same pattern thats been going on for years. I get paid, I lose most of it and struggle for the rest of the month!
Ive been gambling since 18 and im 36 now.
It has to stop now and im determined to do it this time.
This is the best place to be honestly.
Can you figure out why you started again? To go from December to June is an amazing achievement (which I've never managed) - it could unlock the reason why you gamble and might be able to help you quit for good.
Done it again today... although I won money I still feel like I failed! Back to 0 days
im like you wanting to stop is hard. i cant just stop il do what ever i can to get hold of money to bet. im going to rehab in january for 14 weeks hopefully this will work. good luck and all the best
Hi Chris London,
You’re welcome back to the forum, and well done for being brave in sharing your relapse story with us.
I’m sure people would understand you, and offer you their support.
The good thing is that you just didn’t give up trying, but you made the effort to do something about it again. This time, your determination and the support and advice from all of us would hopefully see you through.
The important thing is that, you don’t give up trying.
I’m wondering if would like to have some counselling to support you through this, and if so, Gamcare can refer you to 12 sessions of free counselling, and nearest to where you live.
I suggest that you contact our free phone Helpline on: 0808 8020 133, and speak with one of our advisers for further help and support (counselling).
Our services are available from 8.00am to midnight, and everyday.
I think it would be to your benefit to keep reading from our forum for more ideas on strategies to enable you overcome your gambling problem.
It’s doable, and you can do it, Chris!
I will advise you to take it one step at a time, and to hold fast to the strategies.
Also, keep posting!
Kind regards,
Beatrice
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