Hi mate,
You should look up your nearest GA meeting and start attending. It has helped change my outlook completely. Before I was like yourself, obsessed with chasing my losses and only remembering my wins. Checking results and imagining what you might have won is a sure sign of the hold it has on you and is a recipe for a relapse. You need support, something you will find at your GA meeting.
You have a very similar situation to me, albeit I am in my mid 20’s and don’t have kids. I dread to think how many thousands I have lost since I was 21 but my family are aware of my problem, are yours? My partner is unbelievably supportive and will randomly ask to check my bank account. I would say the first couple of weeks are the hardest and just before the day 100 mark too. I am currently on day 144 and on my life, I never would have thought I’d reach this point. You can do this, it won’t be easy but take each day as it comes. End the day thinking of the positives in your life and don’t let the negative thoughts take over. L
Wow thanks amazing supportive post and congratulations on your continued evolvement very impressive and inspiring. Day 16 want to stay strong and get to triple figures but will take one day at a time. Take care keep up the good work
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