Hey they all….so today it’s been 7 days since my last big blow out of gambling! I’m off work and have planned a day of distractions . Been to the doctors bright and early and now have an appointment with my housing due to gas checks. So maybes it’s my adhd but I’ve pulled all the blankets out the airing cupboard which of course has the boiler in. I’ve done this to tidy it up and be more organised . Now I have endless sheets towels and blankets on my bed and lots of crochet hobby stuff in boxes . I’ve found shoes in boxes not worn and books not read. So I’m having a coffee break as I’m feeling abit overwhelmed with the mess. Anyway I’ve been thinking on my wee break why not have a big clear out and get rid off stuff I don’t need and will properly never use again . Might charity shop them are wack them on vinted. I might read a new a book or do abit of crochet when I’m bored and need that distraction. Sorry Im rabbiting on about this but totally feel this is my biggest problem when I’m bored and I’ve not organised my week properly . I’m going to dairy and document my journey to help me cope with gambling and to overcome my biggest addiction. So yes sorting that cupboard planning your day helps. What do you’s all do to help overcome gambling?
Please feel free to join in with your thoughts and progress to help our journeys become successful together I would love to here and feel the support.much love 😊❤️📚👡👠🧶❌💰
Hi Daisy thats amazing 7 days u should be proud i am on day 934 i have slacked off alittle bit however i occupy my time on here reading forums and using the chatroom early days i use to spend hours on here reading other people diarys i started reading books spending time with family and friends it was hard to with has i got myself into debt and that was quite stressful however things have changed for the better due to past experience and the relapses i have had i have realised i cant get ahead of myself like i did previously i cant simply forget about this addiction and coming on here is a constant reminder not to fall back into the gambling trap all my problem was caused by gambling letting go of the past was the hardest thing and it still difficult to comprehend how i allowed gambling to dictate my life i have to find ways to be content with my life and sadly these test still remain i am still learning i also realised what could have would have make no difference now as it the present what matters now and i know their still alot to improve onÂ
Well done Daisy, week one done nearly and onto week two !
I love walking and talking. Both give me huge dopamine hits. This morning I was having one of those bad days with the addiction talking to me so I went for a 3 and a half hour walk. Got back and rang a few people and feel so much better now. GA is all about connection and I'm so glad I found a good group
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Hi Daisy, Well Done to you on week one. Bring on Week Two!Â
Those are all really good ways to distract yourself. Do you have any hobbies, or would you consider taking up any new hobbies? I've actually just bought a new journal because I love to write down my thoughts/feelings. I'm also an avid reader and have recently joined a new book club.Â
Though I am not here as a gambler but an affected other, I know boredom can be one of the reasons people turn to gambling. I always have a to-do list of goals I want to achieve and keep myself busy working towards those goals, even if it's something as simple as baking a cake.Â
Also, regularly joining the chat rooms can be a good way to stay on track.Â
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Hi Daisy
How are you getting on ?
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