Day 5 gf! Yay me
Well done on day 5 gf hardly! I had to reset my counter as I went on the lotto site argh. But no point in not being honest. I’m wondering how I was allowed and why the gamstop isn’t working for me when it said I’d signed up successfully š never mind day 1 starts tomorrow and I’m feeling positive again. Glad you had a weekend of eye openers it helps to keep you on the gf path. X
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Well done on day 5 gf hardly! I had to reset my counter as I went on the lotto site argh. But no point in not being honest. I’m wondering how I was allowed and why the gamstop isn’t working for me when it said I’d signed up successfully š never mind day 1 starts tomorrow and I’m feeling positive again. Glad you had a weekend of eye openers it helps to keep you on the gf path. X
Ah I'm sorry to hear that girlj GAMSTOP only works on sites that are registered with them and the lottery is a charity so not sure if that's why best of luck on staying gamble free xx
So today marks day 7!! Woohoo a full week of being gambling free might not seen massive to some but it's a huge achievement for me I'm so proud of myself. Yes I've missed it when the boredom strikes but I've pulled myself through it and haven't even tried to get on any of the sites. Here's to a long lasting gambling free future xx
Well done on 1 week hardly!! Such a big feat. Isn’t it lovely knowing when you go to bed each night that you haven’t disappointed yourself and wasted anymore money on those sites. I’m in loads of debt which still gives me anxiety but the thought of not getting in deeper brings somewhat content feelings. Day 3 gamble free for me I feel good also. Xxx
Absolutely it does girl and thanks so much! I feel the exact same the debts are a constant worry in my mind and the fact I can no longer bury my head in the sand and I have to face it terrifys me but today marks day 8 and I feel content knowing I haven't dwindelled away anymore money and made the debts any worse. Tomorrow I'm seeing a debt advisor who's coming to my house so day 9 is going to be a struggle but I'm winning so far! Well done for getting back on track you're doing brilliantly xx
Day 9! Can't believe I'm at day 9 already. Today I have faced my biggest fear and faced all those debt letters ive been hoarding and avoiding... the debt wasn't as massive as I thought it was thankfully currently at 5 and half thousand which is huge but not the 11 thousand I thought it was! but still a way to go to get my finances in order. My next step is seeing my citizens advisor on the 25th of may to get myself set up on the best debt management plan and go from there
I'm so thankful my willpower is maintaining thus far. all I can say is I'm thankful for gamstop it's a blessing especially when you're lying in bed thinking of what you can do to waste time if you can't sleep. Like now I have major urges from boredom more than anything. they haven't gone away. But knowing I haven't got access to money or the sites is the only way I get through these moments and It's worked so far Fingers crossed for a clear head in the morning when I finally manage to switch off
Hey, sounds like you're doing really well. I'm nearly 4 months without gambling and I can honestly say it doesn't bother but that's probably largely due to the fact that I'd self excluded from the sites I used and have recently signed up with gamstop for 5 years. Just like gambling options were there and you were drawn to the habit, the fact they are no longer there will change your habits (for the better!) and your way of thinking. Keep it up!!
Thank you silee it doesn't bother me most of the day until I end up thinking about debts. But yes I have GAMSTOP in place also. Wonderful software and dont think I would be managing as well without it. Well done on your progress you sound like you've got it managed well!
Hello Hardly27
Well done on 9 days gamble free and on taking the important step to get your debts sorted out. I hope it's helping that you are posting regularly in the GamCare forum.
Now that you are updating this thread frequently, how about starting a diary over in the 'Recovery Diaries' section? Just go to Recovery Diaries and click 'New topic'.
Best wishes and keep posting,
Deirdre
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