Hi, I've been a gambling addict since 2011. I'm massively into roulette, I just can't stop. I have debts, I'm a mother of two, have an amazing other half.. he doesn't know of my latest bets. I am so ashamed, every day I try so hard to beat this dreadful addiction. I recently had a big win and today I blew the lot. I really need support and to come on here every single day, remind myself I can give it up.
Hi angie I never know whether to respond to a gambler. I'm the wife of a cg, so I see the other side. The thing I hate is the lying, you can't help or support or deal with something you don't know about. You also end up suffering alone. If you love and respect your partner why lie? If you confess you can get help. I always found out in the end. Now I know the behaviour, the mood swings, the anger, the walking away, "leave me alone" is an excuse to hide and gamble. Surrender, you cannot win, you only see rich bookies. Just for today
Thanks for the response. I hope I can admit the whole truth some day but right now I know is not the time, the guilt will eat at me even more. I'm gamble free today.. it's been a while. I did over 5 months from august last year, I got counselling I know I can do it it's just getting through them first few days again. 🙁
Dear Angie,
I didn't want to leave your thread with out wishing you well. It must be hard to come back and start over, but you done 5 months, you can do that again, and more! I don't have any great advice as I am early days, but diaring is definitely helping me organise my thoughts and hold onto my newfound clarity. I am rooting for you!
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