Hi all,
I've been trying to quit for a while now and not sure where to turn, so it started again tonight online at £250. I even had a blocker on but cannot give the password to anyone. been managing to have the 100 day counter on and low and behold I succeeded and went back to it. I only do online and once a year maybe casino (which I know is bad too)
I'm not worried as much my partner finding out, but at this stage were both at in our careers I don't want to throw this in the mix. Just looking for a helping hand to remind myself to stop going any further. Last time it was £400.
It may not be a lot compared to some but man I have some better things to be putting that money on. I'm financially ok with about 12k savings but I don't want to loose this either.
Does anyone feel the same or can give me some advice? It would be much appreciated
Martin
Welcome Martin firstly in place of setting your own password I'd suggest using a barcode from a random tin or food packet and then throwing away the packet.
A lot of people myself included will get to the 100 day mark and have a gamble to celebrate our success. I think 100 days trips a lot of people up because we get that excited that we made it we then forget why we were doing it and complacency kicks in and you start to think you have it cracked . All these people that say 21 days to crack a habit have obviously never had one . To break the habit/addiction you need to form new healthier habits or called filling the void. Especially around the times you were gambling or feel like gambling, those new habits are only restricted to your imagination, I couldn't run 100 yards when I first quit now I run and go to the gym 5 days a week which is a lot healthier and cheaper than gambling. It doesn't have to be gym related some people draw or use adult colouring books. Occupying the mind is key , all the best for now
Deano
Thank you for that tip, what a great idea as long as the product isnt taken off the shelfs ha im keeping in mind i will one day be able to take this off and trust myself but so far this is years away. The 100 day marker was great and an achivement but yes it was the thought of well ive technically done ok, so small gamble wouldn't hurt. But same again
I have a month and a half left in the military which is a struggle in itself for employment, also with regards of the gym its become more of a depressing thought after the last year or so feeling like i HAVE to go which has made me rebel. hopefully when im free i can find alternatives as most weekends i dont even think about it when with family or friends. Im hoping all this is just a stupid 20 something phase.
Thanks again for your support
Martin
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