I Can Do This - Day 1

hi glad you are doing well but hear is a thought if in the unlikely scenario that you do win on these crooks unregulated casino sites the chances that they would pay you out are next to zero anyway 

also you are giving these crooks access to your  banking details they could clear out your bank account and their would be nothing you could do about as you clicked on their terms and conditions 

@g3y6a5jbds Thank you for commenting. I absolutely understand what you are saying. Unfortunately, that’s how strong my gambling addiction has taken hold that I was willing to deposit my money in these untrustworthy sites.

Hi Scott! 

Well done just being here mate.  Your journey sounds all too familiar.  I think you need to praise yourself for recognising the issues you face and accepting where you are at! 👏 👏 👏 

Next step is to keep stacking the G.f days and start to benefit from turning your life around.  So good to hear your wife is supportive. Whenever you consider gambling think about losing her forever. 

I'm at this place right now and it isn't fun or nice. 

Good luck !

Posted by: @sierrajuliet

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Hello Forum,

 

My name is Scott, I am 36 years old, and I have struggled with gambling since my teenage years. In the past, I managed to abstain from gambling and was found myself thriving without it in my life. I found myself fitter, healthier and was even able to save money for an engagement ring and propose to my now wife. That was around 9 years ago. 

 

Unfortunately, over the years, gambling crept back into my life, to the point now where it has consumed me. I know I am a strong minded person with a great deal of determination and motivation when my mind is set on something, however I really am struggling at the moment to completely stop gambling. 

 

I have many blocks put in place. I referred myself through the MOSES scheme to self exclude from betting shops. I have blocking software on my devices, blocks in place with my bank accounts for gambling related activity and I have Gamstop in place also. 

 

My problem lies with the 'Non-Gamstop' casino and betting websites. I have found myself signing up to a multitude of these sites and frittering my money away. This is my weakness and it needs to stop. I understand the dangers and the possibilities of what I am doing but it doesn't stop me. 

 

My mother passed away in the summer and since then, my gambling has gotten worse and consumed me. The debt has increased and I am utterly ashamed and embarrassed. 

 

I decided to participate in dry January and I am still going strong. I have also looked after myself throughout January, eating really well and exercising daily. I just want to find the strength to never gamble again. 

 

I have a loving and supportive wife, a beautiful son and another baby on the way. If that isn't motivation to change anything I don't know what is. 

 

I understand this forum is available for others to view and I would appreciate any guidance or recommendations on my problems however, even just writing this has made me feel more positive and I will continue to write further posts. 

 

Today is my first day of not gambling, and it is my ambition to continue this. 

 

Thanks,

 

Scott

@dazza85 Hi Dazza, I really appreciate you taking the time to message me mate. You are right, there is far too much to lose with gambling. 

I hope you are staying strong on your journey.

Thanks again,

Scott 

Hi Scott, how ya doing today? 

Absolutely mate have to keep a constant reminder of the things losing money will lose (family, friends etc). I will keep an eye on your posts and be here if you need me as someone who will listen to your post and get it. 

My wife has moved back last night but I'm not 100% if she's back for good. But this thread is about you not me! So keep going man.  Wake up each day proud you did another day gamble free. 

Focus on something healthy, and activity or hobby, and try to really get stuck into it. 

Dazza

@dazza85 Hi Dazza! Happy Saturday to you mate. I’m having a decent day thanks, chilled with my son (build Lego and played loads on the Nintendo Switch with him). My wife is out with her mum shopping and when she comes home I plan to head to the gym. Chinese tonight and a few non alcoholic beers to keep up the dry January!

Im really glad to hear that your wife is back and I do hope it is for good my friend. You having a decent day so far fella?

Sounds like a great day with those who matter most mate! 👏 👏 🏡 I'm sure your son loved spending time just you too! Definitely go to the gym don't put it off make sure you go mate smash the weights run on the treadmill, hell punch a bag and picture a bookies 😂 but do go. 

Then get ya feet up and enjoy the Chinese with your Mrs! It's these moments and days that are so important and we often take them for granted so enjoy every moment buddy. 

Taking things slow here but at least she's home, step daughter too.  It hurts me when I say I love you and she turns away but I get it. Ive hurt it! I sat and read the whole of Pink Apple and Weirdfish's diaries! 50+ pages to read but resignated so much to me.  

Would love it if in 300+ days you and I are talking away on here gamble free, happy and rich 🤑 with life of course 😆 

Dazza