So we all know how it goes, we start off thinking we can win the world and get sucked deeper and deeper by our dreams overrulling the reality. We think we have a big win, but in reality we have only won half of what we have played with that day, just the large win seems amazing, reality is not our strong point. Then we lose everything and reality bites, self worth is lost, eyes are glazed and head is gone, we ram every penny we have on one more spin.....no money left...d**n what a fool.
This is my promise to myself not to do this to me any more, first time was 5 years ago, admitted it to friends and family who helped to to pay my debts off at lower interest, last year nearly debt free, oh d**n ive done it again now...this time im doing it alone, actually written to my cards and told them the situation, never want credit again, I actually want every penny to be hard to pay back, make myself realise what an idiot I am.
No more temptation.
Who is with me? I need an army to support me!
Day one 30/1/15 not a penny to my name and £25k on cards....I will pay it all off, the hard way! no more gambling!
Thanks
Hello BNB ,
Well done for taking full responsibility and control over the situation. You are now aware that gambling more to win what you lost only gets you deeper into trouble and you’ve learned this lesson the hard way. You are more determined than ever to stop but if you have been gambling for more than 5 years, having support would make your efforts more effective.
GamCare provides counselling sessions and this could help you understand your behaviour, what triggers off the need to gamble, how to prepare for those times, how to find alternatives to gambling and perhaps repair your sense of self-worth.
Problem gambling doesn’t make you an idiot as it affects people from all backgrounds. Be kind to yourself and get as much emotional support as you can. Our lines are open from 8am until midnight seven days a week and you can speak to an advisor who would give advice and arrange counselling for you.
Best wishes,
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