Well here I am getting ready for a gamble free christmas.
For many compulsive gamblers christmas is a time of sadness for themselves and their families but it shouldn't be that way.
I personally have finished with gambling. Whenever it comes knocking on the door I will not answer it...stephen
Thank you Sandra - kind words on my Log followed by a stroll with your sweet little dog.
Sadly you stumbled which would set you back but you regained your feet and are now back on track
Let's all venture forth to the gamble free land where pain and torment are both banned
Where addicts are safe and can run free - a place devoid of misery...stephen
Hello Stephen,
This can be a tough month for a lot of people. Financial pressures can feel overwhelming at this time of year but we all have to remember that gambling will only worsen things. People are the things that really matter and we can only be our best versions away from our addictions. Look after yourself.
All the best.
Many thanks sjw for dropping by and posting some good sensible advice.
Hello Diary. I feel as though the gambling part of my brain is demanding some sort of explanation as to its future now I have pledged to remain gamble free.
It is indeed a tricky question that I am struggling to find an answer to. Presumably the reduntant gambling neurons can be redeployed in another capacity but I don't really have a clue as to whether they can or not, or even if they would be willing to. I have no desire to wind them up and would like to give a constructive answer in the hope they will stop pestering me ...stephen
Hi Stephen, your post is very thought provoking!! Has got me thinking how did I ever get anything done whilst being occupied by gambling? I honestly thought of nothing else and wasted so much time and money. But only looking forward now, rebuilding and learning. Take care S x
Thank you for popping by my diary Sharon. Your words are very meaningful. I must avoid gambling but as you so rightly point out, I also need to "Look forward, rebuild and continue learning."
My diary and me on a gamble free quest
One day at a time to work, play and rest
Peaceful and calm telling my story
Throwing off chains and heading for glory.....Yihaaa Let's Rock n Roll
HI YA stephen just popping by to say hello and well done. adam
Thank you Adam, I have replied on your diary.
Its a cold, wet and windy day but I am not gambling
Don't really know where i'm going
Don't really know where I've been
Some things that I remember I wish I'd never seen
But life goes on regardless it doesn't do to fret
If I put my wellies on - my feet won't get too wet
Best to leave the past behind and be a real cool dude
Staying clear of fobt machines and changing attitude
It really is quite simple and my heart is truly set
I just won't get my wallet out to have another bet ... stephen
Hey mate
If you're heart is truly set then I think this is half the battle won. Just listen to your heart now and keep pushing on in the right direction.
I was thinking last week about the mind... For so long I have always viewed the mind as the central computer system that ultimately governs thoughts, feelings and actions... But actually I realised that it just sends the messages... And like most things, it is fallible - it can send questionable ones at times. Base your response to thoughts, feelings and actions on your complete being and you'll be more powerful in decision making - ie what is my mind asking me or telling me to do in relation to my body, soul, morals, values, family, integrity, self-worth, conscience... what are they telling me here in relation to what my mind wants... then decide what you're going to do from there - and for me moving forward sometimes this will now be to tell my mind to do one... Its suggestions will be vetoed by all the other parts of my being. Anyway that's what I learnt last week. Keep on keeping on mate.
Excellent post Signalman and one that gives much food for thought.
Hello Diary ... Sometimes when I have been unable to control my own thoughts I have ended up gambling. On those occasions it was as if my mind had a mind of its own and I was merely a spectator standing in the wings.
I actually find it quite difficult to deal with negative thoughts. No matter how many times I tell them to go away they keep coming back and sometimes they pop in my head when least expected.
I am 68 and funnily enough I am not really a materialistic person so don't really know why I gambled. Just excitement I suppose.
I am on a mission to control my inner world and be at peace with myself.
What could possibly go wrong? ...stephen
Hi Stephen Happy Sunday! Not gambling is being kind to yourself mentally, emotionally and financially.....you're worth it. But knowing you're worth it does escape from our minds sometimes. Take care S x
Hi Stephen ...... thanks for the kind words on my diary the continued support of people like yourself is a big part of my on going recovery, i admire your ability to bounce back after a mishap which is never easy, but really do hope that you can finally crack it this time because you really do deserve it, wishing you a good Sunday and keep believing in yourself.
Hi Stephen
Good idea to remain gamble free for December, it means you will be hitting 2019 up and running. A lot of wisdom is coming through on your diary and comments on others diaries. Keep going and remain strong, you are doing great, December will be over before you know it.
Take care.
Shaun
Hi Stephen thanks for the poem, sometimes I've missed them in the past, don't know how I'm always here! Hope you're doing ok, must be getting chilly up north! Will you be with your sister for Christmas? Things are good, meetings save us. Busy sewing presents. Still not got the tree up! Best wishes to you!
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