My timer has just surpassed 14 days gamble free, posting here as it’s Saturday and with more time on my hands having a bet crossed my mind this morning. I have gamstop in place so I know I cannot place a bet which feels good. This is the longest I have gone without gambling in many years. The pain of my £400 loss 2 weeks ago still lingers but I’ve never felt so determined to beat this. Keeping busy, active and staying gamble free. Taking it day by day. Proud to reach 2 weeks but the thoughts are still there. I can’t become complacent. This is all on me, I’m in control and I won’t let these robbers take another penny of my money. Got to keep going!!
Hi.
The pain does linger but keep going. I lost £2500 last weekend and I have felt so so low. It gets to the weekend and I find it so hard. We can beat this addiction.
U are not alone. I lost £2700 in less than 20 mins December 2020. I have since banned myself from all online casino I happen to have accounts with. I'm usually a diligent gambler,so I thought ?, but just realised that no matter what strats u play with you will always lose on a long run. I just realised that I'm happier without gambling ,after gambling for 6 years consecutively and depriving myself of well deserved holidays. I'm now saving for my summer holiday with my girlfriend. Happy days .stop gambling guys
Hi hiddenaddict & Sean
Firstly we'll done on 14 days gamble free thats an amazing achievement and I'm proud of you! Keep reminding yourself how far you've come and even reward yourself for your achievements, it serves as a good reminder on where your money can be better spent and actually having something to show for your purchased.
Keep yourself accountable gambling ruined lifes and is never the right way! Have you shared your story with loved ones?
Remember you can NEVER recoup your loses from gambling! Chin up guys we can do this! ?
Thanks Laura, my wife is aware and supporting me. She knows of my recent loss but not the full extent although I’ve opened up to her a lot in the last few days. I have so many aspirations in life and this habit has cost me big time. I’ve survived another day, onto the next and focussing on another clean week. Not looking back and only forward, I’m in control and I won’t place that first bet tmw. Help us all overcome this horrible addiction
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