I’ve been struggling with gambling my whole life. Got introduced to betting at very young age and never considered it a problem. Until I left home, found a job, and got married. Then when I wanted to quit it became a real giant for me! Fastforward 30 years, it has been a rollercoaster of countless relapses, broken promises and guilt. I’m hoping to use this as a regular diary, check in, to stay on the right track. Intending to do an entry every week and get to a milestone of 1 year of GF. 🤞🏻 long way to go, but hoping this page will help me to stay more accountable and focused on my goal. All the best to the ones in the same boat. God blessÂ
@edad2015Â Evening edad2015
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Well done for your brave and honest post. Using the forum as part of your recovery is a great tool that you can use and be part of the Gamcare community and use its support network.Â
Daily dairies and reflections is powerful and I know my son who suffered for 9 years uses it a part of a daily routine.
Chatrooms are also a great place to talk to others that know so well how you feel.Take a look
Welcome to Gamcare and best wishes , looking forward to your postsÂ
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Patsy
Online Peer Supporter
@gadaveuk very inspiring thoughts thanks Dave
@edad2015 Hi,Â
Well done for posting on here, it takes a lot of guts to admit you have a problem.Â
Do you have blocks in place? Can someone take over financial control?Â
Remember this is an illness you’re battling with, don’t be too hard on yourself. The moment I let go of the guilt was the day my recovery truly started. The evil demons want you to be bad, guilty, worthless, to get you back!! Don’t let them win!!
Take care,Â
Claire x
7 days gamble free! It has been good week. 🙂Â
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