I made the call to the helpline today. The shame, embarrassment and disappointment in myself had become unbearable. I thought I could control my gambling and thought I was ok but realised yesterday after finding a way around Gamstop that I obviously do have a problem.
Now I just need to tell my husband but I am not sure how to broach the subject. Just when I think i am going to talk with him I back out.
I need to realise this is my road to recovery and to take it one day at a time.....
Hey!
I am very new on the journey to abstinence from gambling I am 3 days clean and feel world's apart from how I felt then. As you may see from my post I also had worries about speaking to my family to tell them, but once I did I instantly felt more at ease thankfully I have a very good support network who only want what's best for me. I truly hope yours are the same I understand I am very lucky too have that. And I can totally resonate with the feelings of shame and guilt, one thing that will take time to get easier. I by no means urge you to follow my steps I'm just explaining my journey so far. I got in touch with the helpline and also self referred to the NHS gambling service and also minds matter for some mental health support. I would urge you to take a look at them and reach out as there is way more supports out there than you realise and you are not alone. I wish you all the best on your journey and as you say one day at a time we will get through this. - Sam
It's never going to be easy opening up but it sometimes surprises you how they take it and support. It can also add in a layer of accountability
Do you have Gamban installed on your devices ?
Hi, many thanks for reaching out to me i really appreciate your support and understanding.
I have spoken to my husband and everything went well. Thankfully I have not put us in to a situation where we are in debt through my gambling it is just the hiding it and not talking to him about it is what bothered him more. I am so ashamed that I tried to open a betting account in his name because of the blockers I had placed on my accounts and had installed Gamstop and feel frightened of any repercussions from this.
I have told him I have made contact with the gambling helpline and have become a member on this page which he is supportive of.
I am ready to move forward and start my journey to a gambling free life.....Day 1 done
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