Well today I accept I have got a problem, it’s took over my life , I’ve lost countless thousands of pounds on slot machines, I’m so ashamed and embarrassed that I could get into this mess. I hope that joining this site is my first step and make today my last slot machine bet. I pray to god to give me the will power to stop and will learn how to live without the need to gamble.
Hi Pokaturn - welcome to the forum and I hope you manage to start tackling the addiction. Coming here and admitting you have a problem is clearly the first and best step to rid yourself of the nasty habit.
I'm new here and still struggling - but this site has really helped me in the last few days. You'll find there's a lot of info and support here to help you to tackle the habit. I wish you the best of luck.
Thankyou for taking time to post, appreciate this š
Hi Pokaturn,
Welcome to the forum, and well done for posting your story here.
By accepting that you have gambling problem, and wanting to do something about it by posting into our forum is a step in the right direction. I hope that you’ll also read from other forum members post to encourage you, and to know that you’re not alone, and that it’s possible to overcome your gambling problem if you try and follow our advice and strategies.
Also read and apply all the successful strategies from people you can identify with from our forum.
You stop short of telling us whether you do gamble online or, at the bookies or both, so I can advise you on some immediate steps to take to help restrict you from gambling.
Maybe you’d like to contact our free phone Helpline on: 0808 8020 133, and speak to one of our advisers regarding your gambling history, so you can find out about other options of help available to you to help with your journey to recovery.
Our lines are open every day from 8.00am to midnight.
Stay strong, you can do it, Pokaturn, and please keep posting!
Best wishes,
Beatrice
Thanks was online slots then I blocked myself from most of these and then got hooked on slots on the high street !! š
Hi,
This is my first time to comment or even say anything in a group. I too am in the same boat and looking fot any help or advice going!
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