Last Friday was tough I came clean to my husband and my close family, there were lots of tears and the guilt and shame I felt was overwhelming but a week later I know it was what needed to happen. If I am going to do this I need their support and I need peer support. I have been reading the forums and finding it very helpful as some of the stories I feel I could have written myself they are so true. I know this is going to be hard and the journey will be bumpy but I am determined. I want to be free of this awful thing that has had hold of me for over 4 years……thanks for all the stories it brings me real comfort knowing I am not alone…..my family are supportive don’t get me wrong but they don’t get it……they have said things like just stop and it’s so much more than that……1 day at a time and that’s all I can do!!!Â
Hello jv1884,
Welcome to the Forum.
Well done for taking the sometimes daunting step of disclosing your gambling to loved ones. It sounds like this has enabled you to receive support from them with their understanding why you might be going through a difficult time at the moment.
It sounds like you have already benefited from reading other people’s stories and experiences here on the Forum- to know that you are not alone. You may also like to join us in one of our daily Chatrooms for some ‘live’ peer support (and there’s always a moderator present).
One Day At A Time is great approach to avoid overwhelm at the start of your recovery journey.
Best Wishes,
Louise
Forum Admin
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