Currently Day 2
I have been in and out of Gambling since the age of 18 (now 31).
I have 'stopped' many times, but always fallen in to old ways.
The term only betting what I can afford, is one of the stupid phrases I liked to tell myself.
I have never been in debt because of it, but it has put me in debt to hobbies, time spent with people and my mental wellbeing.
So why now?
For me its my Wife and 7 Month old Son that has kicked me in to gear. My Wife for the support and My Son is my purpose.. and nothing should take my time away from them, ESPECIALLY GAMBLING.
I have blocked my self via Gamstop and will also be showing my wife my bank daily. I do not see this as invading my privacy, I see this as having that support that's truly needed!
My focus now, is to be proud of every day that goes by where I don't fall back.
Gamcare is not something I have explored before, however just reading other people's stories makes me feel that I'm not alone.
I will happily lean on some of you and your stories.. and I hope people will feel they can do the same with me.
Thank you for reading my story.
J
Welcome to the forum j. On day 68 (I think) here. I put my success so far down to this website and all the support I found here, both from the organisation (telephone counselling and online peer support) and from all my fellow gambling addicts in recovery. You have taken the first step and you should be proud of yourself.
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Hi JAT93,
I too feel the same as you, having wasted so much time gambling that could have been spent on something more rewarding and productive.
Good on you for being open and honest with your wife and coming to an arrangement where you will show her your bank account, that's a great way to hold yourself accountable but also utilise the bond and relationship between you as strength to help you get through this.Â
Sounds like you have a good attitude lad, keep your chin up, stay positive and I'm sure you will do well.
Danny
@aoxbg6d3ji - Thank you so much, I really appreciate it! You should be proud of yourself too. Keep it up!!
@kmw37lqy5i - Thank you Danny, that means an awful lot!!
Did you ever asked yourself a question if your gambling has something to do with emotional abuse that you suffered from as a child?
I bet that is what it is.Every single problem gambler I spoke to recently agreed.Everysingle one.
Well done. Sounds like you’ve taken the most difficult steps which are the first ones.  I’ve only recently seeked help in the past 3 days from my severe gambling addiction.
It has negatively affected my relationship with my wife and son aged 5.
Household and personal debt are due to me gambling but I’ve finally admitted everything and it’s all out in the open.Â
I feel really low from all the pain I’ve caused , but also know there is a path ahead now to prove myself and earn trust back. It’s going to be difficult but I know the at we can all do it.Â
stay strong everyone and keepin touch if things get tough,Â
DavidÂ
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