Hi all,
Similar story to a lot of people on here;
Struggled for a long long time with this horrible addiction.Â
Over the last year I have racked up £50k of debt - That is gut wrenching to type/say out loud.
I am at my limit when it comes to payments so I know I need to stop or I will lose the house.
I have guilt and embarrassment over the debt I am in, and due to the repayments I am stuck for the next 4/5 years working to pay this stupidity off.
I have a partner and a 2 year old boy. I don’t want him to miss out on things, such as holidays, because of me. The guilt is killing me inside.
Is anyone else in a similar position?
How do you cope with your own torment and self hatred, whilst still pushing through with normal day to day living?Â
How can I stop some of the guilt of the situation and my little boy missing out because of me.
Having a hard time of it mentally currently.
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If you’ve read this far, thank you.
S.P
Hi,
Im in a similar situation and feeling the same way. I also have a son, and we were supposed to take him on his first holiday, but I had to make up excuses to my partner about why we shouldn't go. I haven’t been able to tell her the real reason. On top of that, my partner hasn't returned to work yet, so the financial strain on me is overwhelming. Every time I spend time with my son, I just feel incredibly guilty.Â
It’s completely normal to feel the way you do. I’ve been gambling for 12 years and have experienced many low points. In my experience, it takes a couple of months to start feeling somewhat normal again. Stay strong things can and will get better.
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