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I joined this site in June and was doing well until I relapsed yesterday, spending all the money I had saved. I feel so ashamed, horrible and just feel like I’ve let my family down again . Although they are not aware of my problem I still know I have let them down. I plucked up the courage to speak to a close family member today and to ask them for the help and support that I need to overcome this awful addiction. I have found today extremely hard in admitting this to someone I care so much for. All I can do now is look to the future and find way to deal with this so it doesn’t ruin the next 20 years of my lifeÂ
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I was 6 year clean of gambling and relapsed a few months ago....its a dark lonely place to as you know.
But in my experience I'd say the more you talk about it and don't allow the problem to lurk in the shadows the problem struggles to survive....a hidden problem is a dangerous problem ...so we'll done for opening up, it's not easyÂ
My relapse trigger was promotion texts coupled with stress and worry understanding your triggers and times u are most vulnerable are key .
I'm on here looking to support and be supported so feel free to reach out anytime.
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Hi there. I know it can take countless years of upheaval and heart break before eventually it dawns on us we can stand back and be honest with ourselves and our loved ones
 Keep going live a healthy lifestyle sleep well and help others those are the keys to a new you
Knowing how hard it is why ashamed?, you have`nt gambled for over a month, that is some achievement. You need to climb back on the horse. You admitting you have a problem is so very strong and people relate to that(ok partners take a little longer), you`ve taken the biggest step, lose the guilt and secrets and watch how quickly you progress. Be honest with your partner and you are in a good position to smash this.
Good Luck
Lapses can happen & it's all about how we pick ourselves up afterwards.
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Have u got any blocking software & are u attending GA?
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I'll try & PM ya.
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