Hi,
I joined yesterday as I want to knock gambling on the head for good. I’ve gambled thousands of pounds away over the last 15 years and wasted hours of my life.
currently 1 day clear, it’s early days but I feel determined. I have blocked gambling transactions on all bank accounts which should hopefully eliminate the option as I only gamble online.
I really hope I can look back on this message in a years time and have been clean for that time.
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Paul
Hello @toadfishlondon,
Welcome to the GamCare forum. I'm really glad you have joined.
It's positive to hear you have put a block in place with your bank on gambling transactions. You might also like to sign up for GamStop at https://www.gamstop.co.uk/; this prevents you from accessing gambling sites and apps licensed in Great Britain.
Also, if you contact us on our helpline (0808 8020 133), on Netline or on WhatsApp (all available 24 hours) we can provide you with a free license for GamBan, which is software which will block your devices from accessing gambling sites and apps globally.
An advisor can also talk with you about your gambling and discuss various further options you may find helpful.
Please keep posting; we are here to support you.
Best wishes,
Sophie
Forum Admin
Hi,
It feels great looking back at this post as I am now 166 days gamble free. It’s been tough and I’ve been tempted on many occasions. The blocks on my bank accounts have been a life saver as I know I can’t deposit.
The key for me is to remember the negativity gambling brings. I hope anyone reading this is continuing to battle against the temptations.
The battle is ongoing but each day that goes past us a success.
stay strong everyoneÂ
P
A huge congratulation on reaching 166days gamble free!
Not only is a fantastic achievement but what is also great to see is your pausing and taking the time to post and celebrate the achievement.Â
Thank you for your on-going contributions to Gamcare's online community.
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Have a great weekend.Â
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All the best.Â
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Well done Toad, smashing it, as i knew you would.
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Well done mate. Really positive for me to read your success ?
Brilliant keep it up I'm trying to been 4 days gf so far I'm really determined to stop foreverÂ
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