2015 Challenge

Checking in on day 109 gamble free.

I can relate to so many of the comments above, my main advice is gambling is a choice, I choose not to with all my will, like others have said you have to put it into perspective, gambling makes you a debt ridden, lying, deceitful, self loathing shell of a human being, give it up and you slowly become self sufficient, honest, open, fulfilled and able to lead the life you chose to.

Keep fighting everyone, today is a good day, today is a gamble free day.

Sorry for not checking Inn guys was away last weekend and completely forgotten about it dunno weather that's a good thing or not. Well checking Inn today day 130 feeling positive, no urges and life's good ☺

Checking in day 98

checking in today 511

keep the support shares and care going

Never think you can't do this. There's always another answer out there. Keep battling. Never give in

Tri

Checking in on 201 Days.

Best Wishes to all on the Challenge.

Hi all, checking in for the week, looking forward to the new season, let's all make it a bet free season.

Scott

Checking in. Just done my dream team something to cheer on each weekend without spending a penny.

Dear Clare.

Thankyou I really appreciate that. I'm really sorry i left, it was bad form of me to leave unannounced so I apologize.

Life is immeasurably better after being gamble free for 2/3 of a year. My relationships with partner, family, work colleagues and just people in general is so much better. I can look people in the eye now and tell the truth without spouting lie after lie.

If I had to say one thing it would be honesty. Honesty with all those around me and especially myself. Do I really want to continue on this path of self destruction or do I want to better myself and my relationships with those I care about.

I have found stopping is the easy part, continuing to stop in so much harder.

I wouldn't say life is perfect now, as I'm still left with a mountain of debt and with clarity of thought often think 'how did I get myself in such a mess?'...'I should be in better position in life'.

For me this has been about life changes. Doing something on a daily basis to benefit someone other than myself. Stopping laziness, challenging myself. The moment I get complacent with my recovery that's when I'm in trouble. I attended ga once or twice a week and that also helps.

Thanks for having me back and have a lovely week all.

Andy

Checking in on day 150, nice round figure to have made still finding it difficult but still gamble free......

Hi,

Can I pre-emptively check in for a couple of week pls? Am away on holiday for 2 weeks from tomorrow and not planning to venture online much (if at all).

My ongoing recovery is going great, and wouldn't be possible without the support of GA and also this forum. Life is improving day to day and working a daily programme is key to that.

Thanks for all the help..everyone who posts anything here is helping my recovery as we are never alone.

Better life wrote:

Dear Clare.

Thankyou I really appreciate that. I'm really sorry i left, it was bad form of me to leave unannounced so I apologize.

Life is immeasurably better after being gamble free for 2/3 of a year. My relationships with partner, family, work colleagues and just people in general is so much better. I can look people in the eye now and tell the truth without spouting lie after lie.

If I had to say one thing it would be honesty. Honesty with all those around me and especially myself. Do I really want to continue on this path of self destruction or do I want to better myself and my relationships with those I care about.

I have found stopping is the easy part, continuing to stop in so much harder.

I wouldn't say life is perfect now, as I'm still left with a mountain of debt and with clarity of thought often think 'how did I get myself in such a mess?'...'I should be in better position in life'.

For me this has been about life changes. Doing something on a daily basis to benefit someone other than myself. Stopping laziness, challenging myself. The moment I get complacent with my recovery that's when I'm in trouble. I attended ga once or twice a week and that also helps.

Thanks for having me back and have a lovely week all.

Andy

i'd agree Andy stopping is the easy part

I stopped million's of times before.

Checking in day 43!!! Can't believe it. All going well. Keeping myself busy. Hope I can keep enjoying sports without gambling for the future!

Checking in for the week x

Checking in day 188 gamble free! Passed the 6 month mark this week and feeling happy about that! Start of the football season today and wasn't even tempted by a bet.. Good job aswel because I wouldn't have won anything! Keep strong people!

Checking in for another week on 225 days. Sorry I'm a little late, just back from my hols

Jess xx