New diary for 2024

@stace Hey Stace

We got this 💪

Thankyou for your kind comments xx

So today will be day 4 of no gambling. I got paid last night and it was so strange not logging in to slots and gambling, I did wake up thinking I had done it again but logged into my bank and my moneys not been touched. One thing I'm thankful for though is even though I've gambled the last few weeks, I've still had enough money to do our weekly food shop, although it was on a budget. I'm working today at 10am so I've wrote a shopping list for my partner and this time I've not had to worry about what we need as we have plenty of money to get a proper food shop. 

I do feel kind of strange today though, like I have slight urges and feel abit anxious, but I'm signed upto gamstop so I know I'm safe. I'm going to carry on with my diary and if I find the courage ,I might visit chat.

Take care all, happy Monday 😊 

I'm really not doing good 😭😭😭😭😭😭

@stace Hi Stace.  So sorry to hear this 😢. Are you referring to physically, emotionally, gambling or all 3?

Sending prayers your way this evening 🙏.

Pink Lady 🩷🍎.

All  3. Completely out my depth and don't know how to move forward 😭

@stace Please reach out to the Gamcare team as a starting point Stace.

I will keep you in my prayers 🙏🙏🙏.

Pink Lady 🩷🍎.

Don't know what to do anymore. 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

@stace Hi Stace from your post it seems you are experiencing a difficult time but have made a very positive and courageous step in reaching out please call the 24 hour helpline on 0808 802 0133 and speak to an Advisor who can offer some support and suggestions on how you may be able to receive what you need.

As hard as it may be at this moment things can and will get better with the right support and taking one day at a time try not to think too far ahead and keep sharing as you are not alone on your journey.

Best wishes 

Rets 

Forum Admin.

Not coping at all 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

@stace Hi Stace if you are experiencing any difficulties please reach out and call the 24 hour helpline on 0808 802 0133 and speak to an Advisor who can offer some support and suggestions on how you may be able to receive what you need.

Things can improve with the right support and taking one day at a time is vital but keep sharing as you are not alone on your journey.

Best wishes 

Forum Admin.

Stace, you got this. Please reach out to Gamcare team for somebody to talk to in the 'now'.  Also consider looking at self referring yourself towards some councelling in your area, follow the NHS website for more information.  I am North West but Beacon has been exceptional for me to use as a place to stop and talk and think about things. 

Look up GA meetings and try to push yourself to attending a meeting?  From my own experience, which is very new still, talking about being a compulsive gambler and having that reminder each week has really helped me keep focussed on not gambling. 

Come back here every day and talk about where you are.  I and others are here and understand.  We want you to be ok and to succeed in being gambling free. 

One day at a time you got this. 

My world is falling apart, and I don't know what to do 😭 I'm scared

Hello Stace,

I am sorry to hear it is very difficult for you right now. Well done for reaching out to the Forum on your diary for peer support. You are not alone and there are people who truly want to help. If you are feeling overwhelmed, please do call us on the Helpline and speak to an Advisor about your options 0808 8020 133.

Best Wishes,

Louise

Forum Admin