Hi, I've been a problem gambler for at least a year now, it's strange, I may not gamble for a couple of weeks then have a crazy splurge and lose hundreds of pounds and then feel ashamed and stupid for giving in, knowing full well what kind of state these games get you into. My parents have bailed me out twice in the last 2 years and I do owe them a fair amount of money, and I owe myself a fair amount too. I feel I need to do something about this crazy obsession before I get into anymore serious mess, I'm 21 and fear my credit report is going to be affected and therefore my opportunities in life will narrow as long as this addiction keeps on. As a person I've changed dramatically too, I've become selfish, quiet, easily frustrated and just horrible to be with, I lie to my girlfriend and parents to keep them off my back until I can win the money I've lost (never going to happen) but in the end those lies come out. I hope by joing this forum, I can help you and you can help me beat this vile addicition. Lee
Hi lee,
Welcome buddy, the path we have chosen is tough and at some point we came to a crossroad! The decision now is what path to choose? One leads to destruction and certain misery the other to happiness, no brainer eh..... I am part of a team who strive to help ourselves and each other, maybe think about joining the 2014 challenge ?
Take care
Del 🙂
Hi Lee well done for coming on to the forum and introducing yourself. The truth is your story sadly isn’t an unfamiliar one. Myself I’ve struggled with on line gambling for years and it very nearly killed me in the end, as the misery and pain of it became overwhelming. Keep talking about how you feeling and reading the forums. You certainly are not alone in this regard. Maybe placing a filter to block your access to on line gambling sites could be a help also.
even in my early days on here and reading other posts i know this addiction doesn't always go away easily
have you spoken to others, counselors, professionals?
In my bitter experience the first question you have to resolve is whether you REALLY want to stop. Not stopping to please others but because YOU want to.
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