I have said NO to myself more times than I can count. I got paid on Friday, left my phone at home and ignored the itch that was festering in my brain all day. The itch which is there in little segments popping in and out all the time, but I am fighting it. I won't because I feel bloody awful afterwards. I won't start because I can't stop. I won't because I know it's possible to stop and be kinder to yourself, thank you for these posts and the kindred spirits on here fighting their battle and sharing their stories. I won't because you can't get back what you lost, and you risk losing more than money. I am proud of myself so far, not smug, oh god, far from that!! I am stronger that's all, and strength to overcome is part of the recovery package. So yeah, I'm proud I got from the start to 28 days later and I look forward to staying strong beyond today indefinitely.
38 days later! Christmas is just around the corner and I am looking up. It's not been easy to come this far, but the longer I stay away from the slots, the more I despise and resent the hold they have over me. Every day I count my blessings for the strength I am finding and getting from everyone around me. Support and encouragement is so welcome x
Congrats on 38 days! Well done.
well done on 38 days, it is no mean feat and a stepping stone towards a bright future. focus on the positives that have come from thsi change, and immagine the place you would be in if you had continued to gamble.
lets make this a good christmas and one to remember for the right reasons
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