Hi, I dont really know where to start!Ive been gambling for about 15 months now,lost thousands! Im a single mum,I suffer with my mental health and need to rid this addiction! Im fed up of having to lend and borrow to see me and my children through the week.
Im so angry with myself,I could have done so much to my house but instead Ive wasted it. I won 200pound the other day, and put the whole lot back into the machines. most angry because I got up to 700pound too,I dare not tell my boyfriend that though! Everythings a secret,I feel sly when I gamble,I know im doin wrong thats why!
My family and friends know I gamble but just not to the extent I am at. I never thought I would end up like this,So many dark thoughts have crossed my mind but Im still plodding along,how I dont know?!!
I feel like a failure to my children! They don't deserve this. They deserve so much more.
Someone please tell me it gets easier over time,I hate feeling like this!
Its a horrible secret and shameful addiction, I cant really offer any advice as I'm currently on a downward spiral also, I've done 100 days previously but can't seem to kick it for good. You need to get gamstop installed and limit access to money and try fill in any free time you may have to gamble. Best of luck
Sam
Gamstop/Gamblock to stop you being able to bet. I’d say call Gamcare too. It really helped me when I called. They’re non judgmental and there to support you. They can offer free counselling too.
I’ve only been gamble free for 16 days but I honestly don’t miss it.. So many more things to be doing in life!
Good luck x
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