Another gamble free day....yay! Managed to get things done round the house that i have always threatened to do and also got a nice walk in...all good.
Read quite a lot of posts over last few days and the similarities are astounding. Same traits and behaviour as myself with the same crazy illogical theories on how we can still gamble "normally" . we communicate on this site because we addicted to gambling,there is no safe and manageable gambling for us,we must try to exclude gambling from our lives. We win yet we are never happy and it is merely ammunition for the next day,ther is no escape unless you go "all in" to a gamble free life.
Peace of mind is my aim for the moment and it is bliss and i implore anyone who is really struggling to give yourself time out and try enjoying a mind free of demons.
Lets stay strong
Although i was at work it still counts as a gamble free day as i have seen myself heading to the bookies at night especially since i got paid today ....thankfully still in a great non gambling place.
I mentioned payday as almost every penny is accounted for due to my reckless gambling over the last few months but in a more positive view its money i cant gamble with giving me more time to sort myself out.
Another work day tomorrow then a busy weekend with work and sport.
Happy days...long may it continue.
Well done keep going
Well another weekend of being gamble free however have had to fight off a few thoughts about gambling definetly not urges which has been slightly disappointing but i suppose i knew they would come as my financial situation gets better.
Over the next few weeks i need to be so wary and immediately rid myself of thoughts or fanciful ideas as i have been here before and i know how it can manifest to relapse.
If anyone has any ideas to keep me on the straight and narrow i would appreciate some feedback.
Keep strong.
Easy day today. Finished nightshift and loaded with the cold.....in bed all day. Thats one way to stop gambling!
Stay strong
Get well soon though dez1
Thanks mr stop but its official i have man flu! Another day in bed after a tough night but hopefully after ive taken some flu drugs i'll be fine tomorrow.
Another day free of gambling with no thoughts .....also good medicine.
Stay strong
Nearly back to normal today even managed to play 15 holes of golf but it was chilly. Enjoyed watching the football lastnight ....didnt care who won just enjoyed a good game of football..nothing at stake...love that feeling.
Another gamble free day and i reckon thats now 19days under my belt.
Stay strong
Another gamble free day.
Stay strong
Brilliant dez1, you must be (and if you're not you should be) damned proud of yourself. Every update gives me a smile, keep going!
What a weekend with 8 relatives staying over from england for my nephews 18th...great fun though and i was working in between. Loads of football and a smidgeon of racing....i have no interest. Happy days. Golf today and work tonight so another gambling free day.
Stay strong
Sorry...thanks pangolin...i am proud and i am very content and happy within myself.
Another day down and all my visitors gone. Today i took my sisster into the city for her train south and i made a conscious effort to only take £10 with me which i dont think i've ever done.
Days gone by i would have been excited to wave my goodbyes and sprint to the bookies and fill they're satchels but not anymore.
P.s if i can summon up enough belief and willpower to do this then anyone can. Key for me has been writing up my diary most days...crucial for me.
Stay strong.
Another day down.
Stay strong
Keep going Dez!
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