So me and my fiance broke up today due to all of my gambling problems that I have had over the last 6 years this one is/was the final nail in the coffin.
no matter what I try and say or do the words , it’s all my own fault she thinks that I was taking her as a mug but i truly wasn’t this is a nasty problem to have and can will and does destroy families.
because of this problem I have lost the woman I love in this world who blessed me with a daughter and she says she hates me and can’t stand to be touched by me. The more I try to explain and show her that I’m done with it she does not want to know I feel lost and alone and I’m in so much pain all because of what I have caused
Hi @bh9fta86js thank you for sharing your very personal and intimate situation sorry to hear that you are in a lot of pain and have separated from your family due to the impact of your problem gambling.
I hope you are accessing support through GamCare that can be with an Online Support Practitioner in your local area or through the online CBT GameChange Programme please see the links to access either service: Looking for support? - GamCare both will offer you a space to understand your relationship to gambling and the changes you may want to make going forward.
Gambling harms can also impact those close to us and there is support your partner can access independent of yours through GamCare and I have also attached the link. Support offered provides a space to talk about their experiences and to ask any questions they may have or a space to process what has happened Supportive Space for Affected Others: Join our Family and Friends Chatroom - GamCare
I would encourage you to speak with your G.P. and have a wellness check given what you have shared and how you are feeling emotionally, if you have anyone that you can speak to in your personal life then I would encourage you to reach out and get some support a break-up is a loss and can also include a process of grieving, you are allowed to receive support if needed.
I wish you all the best for the future and remain positive towards change.
Best wishes
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