I am currently sitting at home after a stressful day at work and all I want to do is gamble gamble and gamble some more. So far I have persevered and not opened any new accounts (as I have banned about 15). But right now I am feeling extremely agitated and not to sure what to do with myself. I have always used some more of addiction as an escapism for myself, whether that be drugs or gambling. I hope I get through the night without caving in, this is not the life I want to live at 20 years old 🙁
Hi it's hard I know but well done for coming on here there it's lots of support read through others stories and take 1 day at a time each day you get through you will become stronger you need to stay focused and find something else to do with your time I read at the moment it helps me fill time and think about how you feel when you have lost that gut wrenching feeling of waste and despair and you don't want to feel that anymore hope you be strong and you can do this. Take care you have a great time ahead of you in years and keep your strength x
Thank you for your kind words. Currently having a cigarette (another addiction haha) then I think I may try to start reading again, see if that can distract me until I go to sleep.
Anjelica
Thank you for your kind words. Currently having a cigarette (another addiction haha) then I think I may try to start reading again, see if that can distract me until I go to sleep.
Anjelica
Lol join the club I have a smoke too want to give that up but 1 thing at a time keep up the good work and have a good read it works for me x
Tell me about it. How are you doing with your quitting gambling anyway, if you don't mind me asking of course?
Anjelica x
I am on day 28 today since I last gambled I tried to take my life ended up in hospital and came out 12 days ago so in effect somenof the time I was unable to gamble but my 1st payday was last Friday and have given bank card to partner so it help gain some trust back and helps me having barriers in place. I know it's a long hard road ahead but without gambling it feels life is worth living and fighting for which is what I am doing day by day x
That's Fantastic news that you have persevered even after pay day, as that's definitely the worst time for gambling. You can most certainly continue on your road to recovery, with the love and support if your partner, don't give into your demons, really not worth it. So much more out there 🙂
If you ever need a chat just message me on this thread or alternatively my email address is
Best wishes in your recovery x
I intend to beat this addiction once and for all and so far so good but I know it's long term a hell of a long way to go thanks for your words and will keep in touch as I hope you will and stay strong x
That's Fantastic news that you have persevered even after pay day, as that's definitely the worst time for gambling. You can most certainly continue on your road to recovery, with the love and support if your partner, don't give into your demons, really not worth it. So much more out there 🙂
If you ever need a chat just message me on this thread or alternatively my email address is
Best wishes in your recovery x
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