Introduction

Hi meg 

My name is Andrew.  

I am very much new too this . 

You seem too have all things in place too stop you getting a sudden rush into a thrill . 

Let the pain from your losses be the inspiration not too do it again.  

The game will suck you up and send you packing with the shame and horrible feeling of you did it again . 

We're all in it together stay strong 

Andrew 

Hi Meg and welcome 

It's good that you acknowledged the problem  and put practical  blocks to stop you when urge strikes.

As you well know, all the blocks  in the world cannot stop us if we suddenly  become committed to have ago.

Thats where you have to be in control  and not allow  it to happen.  I know its easier said than done.

Andrew  suggested  good tactic with stopping  and thinking about painful  losses. Yes it's good deterrent but to convince  ourselves  to think  this way whilst  riding  the urge can be challenging. 

First stop beating  yourself  up. Addiction  loves misery. Whatever  is dine is done now. Cannot change  the past but can certainly create a better future.

Do you have any hobbies? They can distract you at those moments  and also offer positive  outcomes to your day. Speaking to a friend or coming  on here also helps.

See every single  day you abstain as a victory  in your  journey.  Its not an easy road but you can dictate the path you walk on. Be patient and kind to yourself. 

This is a good place to start when you want a chat or get advice regarding  the matter. Advisers are here who can also offer help as 1 to 1 counselling  or other directions  to help you in your journey. 

You're not alone.

S

Hello Meg!

I am totally understand you,cause I have been  here before.

I bet on sports several times a week, but these are mostly small amounts. Now for me gambling is just entertainment, but a couple of years ago I suffered from betting addiction. Then betting was everything to me, I lost half of my savings and almost ruined my marriage. Don't repeat my mistakes.