Hi everyone,
I’m new to all this so not sure what to say.
Today will be 16 days gf and I hope it continues. Like other stories I have lost thousands and relationships others friends and family. I’m on my last chance with the mrs and I need to kick this demon.
I have been going to GA the last 2 weeks which has helped me. Open talking about everything I want to share has been key. I’ve really opened up to my family and especially the mrs, being honest about the past and what I want for the future.
What I’ve focussed on mostly is my 2yo daughter. She’s my life. I love spending time with her and making her smile. I have neglected her for too long gambling. I’ve had a great 2 weeks with her where I’m not sitting in front of my phone on sites losing money which I could spend on her. She never went without but I could have spent that money creating memories. I hope I can post on here daily but I have limited myself on internet use to try and remove temptation.
If anyone had any advice it would be greatly appreciated
Henchie
Hi Henchie, It seems you already have a beautiful family to keep yourself occupied. Hope you keep your focus on it. When it comes to finance, you have to look at the bigger picture like how much you will save up in two or three years. Good luck to you, my friend.
Hi Henchie.
When you play for a near miss and not a win, you allways loose. Addiction is a mechanical action. Look up Skinner boxes online. It is all designed to keep you there longer than you should so you get zoned (not stoned). Focus your emotions on your family. Use mindfullness to keep in the now. You will make it.
GL in your recovery!
So today is 21GF and I feel so much better already. I have done so much with my daughter already
I don’t update much as I have got rid of my iPhone to stop temptation so I only go on the internet here and there.
I’m determined and focussed on kicking this addiction
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