Day 1
Good Evening,
My first attempt of a mini blog to try and keep me focused whilst i deal with the lastest big set back in what is my biggest demon which is of course gambling.
So today after a week of winning and getting a certain ampunt i have managed to wipe out my savings in the space of 60 minutes, When you think i was trying to kust win £10 to buy takeaway tonight and to lose a conserable lot more really does tell me everything wrong with how i think about gambling.
But today has been different, Yeah i lost a lot of money but today i told my family about everything, My wife, my dad, my sister all know about my gambling and all the things that come with it.
I have also set up a referral for counselling sessions and found out all about GamBlock(why has it taken so long)
So as i type i feel ashamed and wrapped full of guilt and hoping tomorrow will get easier.
Thanks for reading
S
Hi Luckyman,
Welcome to the Forum!
You have taken some great steps in the right direction last week and I wonder how you are getting on with all the changes you made.
It is very difficult to start talking about a gambling problem and you say that you feel much guilt and shame. I hope you can also credit yourself with the courage you have shown by starting to open up. It sounds as though your family is on your side and support can go a long way when you are trying to stop gambling.
Maybe start a recovery diary, too in the relevant section of the Forum. It can be really useful to track your progress that way.
Stay strong!
Kind wishes
Gabriele
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