new to this - day 1

Not a lot to report - still gamble free. Not really thought much about gambling but had a slight urge abit earlier but kept strong. My real test is going to be on the 21st pay day. I just hope I can keep strong nearly 2weeks gamble free 🙂

2weeks gamble free. Last post on here nobody seems bothered anymore so not coming on here.

Now then J100 you were kind enough to post on my diary, so i will post on yours,

I sometimes feel the same way that no one really comments / posts on my diary, but do you know what SOD them !! its your diary and your recovery,

I will post when I can if it helps ?

come on, 2 weeks gamble free thats brill, I will hopefully make that milestone on tuesday

gl J100

Thanks I will stop. That actually put a 🙂 on my face. Aye and brillant well done yourself! Feels so good not gambling im much happier, and I had a nice £100 bonus in work today so im going to buy myself somethin nice I think

Hi j100,

Congratulations on doing so well!

Looks like you've been tested a few times but you haven't reacted by gambling. Well done! Great to read that you're going to give yourself a reward -you've earned it.

You've mentioned that gambling effected your mood, making you feel unhappy and irritable sometimes. I wonder what helps you to balance your mood? Sounds like you find that socialising with your friends can help. Some people swear by exercise, as it helps to reduce symptoms of stress. Your local library might have some CDs and DVDs for learning relaxation skills, like meditation. Or maybe you might find it helps to listen to relaxing music? I hope you treat your self to some nice relaxing experiences this weekend.

You really are doing well, and I see that you are supporting other members too.

Keep on posting for as long as it helps.

Take care,

Adam.

Hi,well done on 2 weeks without gambling:),reading through your diary you have only gambled for a few months and your very young,grab the chance you have given yourself to quit with both hands,you can have a great life ahead of you without gambling playing a part in it:),believe me it's a futile and soul destroying existence for a CG,i will keep a look out for your posts:).Stay strong!!

Seano.

Still gamble free but my real test is going to be friday as I get paid. Ive not had any urges recently so hopefully I will be strong on friday. 19 days gamble free 🙂

well done j100

I am just a little behind you 19 days is a massive acheivement,

gl on friday, make sure you get those blocks in place and post to let us know that your ok

ODAAT

Glad your still gamble free,try to put some blocks in place that will help you get past the problem that Friday may bring:).

Seano.

Hi j100

Thanks for your post on my thread.

Well done for your efforts, you are doing really well. Hope that your payday is everything that it should be! Pay your bills, debts, and use the rest for yourself and for Xmas!

keep up the good work! My money hasn't cleared yet but i can't wait to make a fresh start tomorrow. If I can go this month without gambling, that will be the first time in 6 years I won't have wasted money on gambling.

From how you are describing things, you sound like you have really changed your mindset, but be careful, and always remember the potential that you have to throw it all away. I think I am saying that to you because I need to say it to myself too. I know you can do it. 21`days !!! Don't waste it and enjoy payday and Christmas without the worry and misery of playing meaningless games.

Take care x

21 days also been paid and paid rent other bills etc and money I owed out. Feeling very positive. I don't even want to gamble anymore and I am so glad I have found this site as I feel I couldn't have even gone 21days without gambling. I have a long way to go but im going in the right direction. Thanks for everyone who has supporting me so far it really does help.

Well done! I'm really pleased for you.

I have crashed and burned I'm afraid!- Back to square one, but I've only myself to blame, I haven't been doing the right things to stop myself. I'm not going to make the same mistake again though and I'm going to take the advice of everyone on here.

Keep up the good work, you're doing really well!

well done on 3 weeks j100 😉 build on that payday and as every day without gambling passes your confidence will grow even more as will your pursestrings ..good stuff,you can do it 🙂

Tiktak I am sorry to hear this - just read your diary. Like you said put the blocks in place as it will stop you. I have given my card to somebody else so I can't gamble and I have got them to draw my money out when needed. I hope you can get back on track just try and stay positive. And thanks winningpost 🙂 im in a much better place right now than what I was in 21 days ago. I have forgotton about loses and need to just think ahead.

Hi J,it would seem like you've overcome the payday hurdle,well done,good idea letting someone hold your debit card for a while:).

Stay strong.

Seano.