Although its only been 40 days, my gambling past seems like a lifetime ago. I really do feel like a different person.
There's no doubt that the best therapy for me has been telling my wife l'm a compulsive gambler. She has been truely amazing. Talking things through with her, and my gamcare councillor have really made things clearer in my mind.
I now have some understanding of the triggers that cause my gambling and have strategies in place to combat the urges. I consider gambling as just part of my past and although I do still have feelings of guilt, shame and regret l am focussed on remaining positive and determined to create a better life for myself and my family.
Running Therapy
10 Days til Half Marathon
181 Days til Marathon
Running is playing a big part in my life whilst recovering from my gambling addiction. There is now just 10 days until the first challenge.
I have set myself a target of 2 hours for the half marathon.
I will let you know how I get on.
Compulsive gambling seems to be progressive in its nature. Hopefully you caught it in time. Well done on your positive steps to change. Keep it up.
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