Started gambling with friends and then just gambled by myself , always in betting shops, never online.
Always thought I could get the big win and be better than everyone else but just got angry losing,Â
 I have lied and not been honest to my family and friends about my gambling and have been ashamed of my behaviour
After 35 years of gambling i have finally accepted that i am an addictive gambler and sought help from gamcare advisors and have self excluded myself from betting shops for a new start in my life.
I have been GF for 2 monthsÂ
Well done NS and for the two months sober. How are you finding it and are you able to share what you've done in recovery so far ?
I've been getting help from gamcare through talking sessions.
Its made me reflect and why I started gambling , started doing different things like daily walks , attending the chatroom and posts, everyone is supportive of each other
I've accepted that I needed to get off the roller coaster and I've taken something that you had written in the past.
I have a note in my car and wallet.
Its says be kind to yourself and others.
Thanks to yourself and others in the chatroom
Congratulations on 2 months GF. Your story is very relatable. Always thinking one big win will resolve everything. It never comes. No turning back now. Keep strong.Â
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