I joined gamcare because after i fed the machines and online slots my life. I got to a point where gambling took that much from me physically, emotionally, and psychologically it could take no more....!!. So now the gambling wasnt winning anymore because there was nothing there for gambling to take from me. Now im winning..!!!! Im taking back everything that gambling took. ill always have scars but those scars arnt scars of pain and suffering those scars i bear with pride are war wounds. A war im winning. If you took the time to read what i wrote then your already taking back because you also want change and believe me if i can do it...SO CAN YOU WINNER.......
Hello Leeadams20,
Well done on joining the forum, and for sharing your commitment to choose recovery.
Some of our forum members post that they win every day they remain gambling-free, and refer to other forum members in a friendly way as 'Comrades' or 'Fellow soldiers', as they feel that they a fighting together for recovery. If you like, you could join one of the 'Challenge' threads in the 'Overcoming' section, for that kind of camaraderie and solidarity. You mention that you are winning the war. Over time, recovery may change from seeming like a series of battles, to something more like a thoughtful way of life that brings more sanity than addiction. You could look at our 'Recovery diaries' section to read some forum members who have found some stability in their ongoing recovery.
Please feel welcome to call us on our freephone 0808 8020 133 if you'd like to talk with an adviser or to get information about support in your area, like free 1-2-1 therapy sessions or group Gamblers Anonymous meetings.
Take care,
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