Rock Bottom became the solid foundation in which I rebuilt my life. Saw this and thought it was so inspiring... when you’ve finally reached that place.
I think I have reached my rock bottom. Because I am waking up everyday depressed and always constantly thinking about the loss.
Nothing seems to make it better because every single minute of the day it haunts me. I’ve been reading a lot of stories on quora on people who lost everything, whatever it may be, business or gambling and some of these stories really are very strong good reads. I feel better for a while but the sadness if that’s what you call it never really goes away.... I wonder if this is really rock bottom for me, not being my old self again... I’ve lost ‘me’ when I discovered gambling. I somehow come out of these dark episodes during the day, and tell myself - I won’t let it define me and fight for another day. So just sharing my thoughts before I drown in them.
Your certainly not alone. In regards to reading stories about people who have lost everything to gambling that was my go to coping tactic after a big loss. I've read through these forums and many others countless times after a drink/gambling binge and in a twisted way knowing your not alone and reading other people's stories of loss/debt/stress does help me deal with things. Like I said "twisted" getting some relief knowing your not the only person f*****g your finances/life up via gambling surely isn't normal thinking ? I've only just opened an account here and started a recovery diary. Something I should have done a long time ago. Not sure I've offered any advice in my comment and I'd imagine there will be much better to follow from experienced members here but I'm just trying to engage in the community for my own sanity ATM lol. Good luck
I’ve reached rock bottom but stupidly never stopped. Thanx to a loving hubby not much debt now. Most won’t believe my story but it’s true. Started gambling at age 56. Won lost won lost etc etc. 5 yrs ago won 160 k on gala. Then another 200k. Paid off house then gave my two kids a bit. Then lost half of it ! I can’t say any more at mo. I’m numb to losing and winning. I don’t know value of money. I wish I’d never started though. What I could’ve done with it ,don’t think about it most of time or I wouldn’t be here. I’m 65 now. Work hard in care. It’s an addiction that can kill. It’s one I need to be free of. My soul is not free. I wish I’d never won,, or even started to gamble. Nite all take care x
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