Haven't posted for along time. Haven't felt the need too. Not gambling like I used too but still have the occassional punt. Chased my losses a couple of times and realised I need to stay focused and probably come back here to stay on track.
No day one or anything, done that before, I believe they give an aim which dissappoints when you fall of the wagon.
Hi Brad
Welcome back
I wish you well on your continuing journey of recovery
Stay strong and focused and keep posting
Best wishes
Suzanne x
Thank you Suzanne. I'm being clean for a good year or more, paid off my debt and even started saving. Then the last month or so, just straight back into it.
Today I lost 300 (managed to claw back 400 previously) but I know I have to stop right now otherwise it's gonna spiral out of control.
Just self excluded and will start a new day tomorrow.
People worry about their debt when they gamble but I believe when you've got more money, that's when your most vulnerable.
Awake nice an early and today I feel good about myself. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't angry with myself but I have to let it go, let it go.......
So I've redone my finances to adjust things accordingly and at the same time started a weight loss journal. I'm 14st, not vastly overweight however i'm not happy. I drink alcohol alot which I know i'd be better off without. I also believe if I stop drinking I would stand a greater chance at staying gamble free as I believe with me the two go hand by hand.
Anythings possible, it just depends on how much you want it!
Hi Brad, it's Dean.
Hope your well? Glad you have done well over the years. Wish I gad a bit more strength.
You are strong so just keep it as a blip and study away from all gambling?
By the way what kind of debt management did you go on?
You are also right. When you gave money or even winnings it's even worse. I think I can turn my life around but just dig a bigger whole!
Hi Dean
I can stay clean for ages then all of a sudden I change. Can't explain it, just get into the zone and double my bets each time to try and claw back what I've lost. Self excluded last night after losing 350 over the weekend. Found it hard to do as I normally try to get even with the book maker before I leave them. I knew if I didn't yesterday then it'll be 500 on some live betting Mongolian football match tonight.
It's been a few days now since I last gambled. Think I'm out of the zome now and I've "sobered up" from my recent gamble binge.
Long may it continue.
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