Hello 01swfcowl
Well done for introducing yourself here, and for starting a thread in the 'Recovery diaries' section too.
You might like to read about some self-help measures like self-exclusion, blocking software, and limiting your access to money:
http://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-advice/what-can-you-do
http://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-advice/what-can-you-do/self-exclusion
http://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-advice/what-can-you-do/blocking-software
http://www.gamcare.org.uk/get-advice/what-can-you-do/finance-and-debt-management
The peer support you share on the forum can help you to come to terms with your gambling problem, understand it better and potentially change your thoughts and feelings about it so that your perspectives support your recovery.
You're also welcome to join our live group chats, or talk with our advisers on our freephone or netline. Advisers can give you details of local or online counselling services that are free to use.
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