Time to stop

Day 70 and I've reached the 10 week mark....26th Jan seems so long ago now.

All is good here, not been anywhere near having a been, never want to bet again!!!!

Started reading a book recommended by my counsellor and it talks about being more positive with things.....so that's how I'm attacking it from now.

Today is another gamble free day.

Another goal reached 3/4 of a century. Well done you.

Yup 75 days it is and 3/4 of the way to the century.

Seen some slip ups on here I didn't expect so just a reminder that I need to keep on top of it.

Still have very few thoughts about gambling, even with the national on, I watched it and enjoyed it as a race but didn't want to bet on it.

Saying that I really used to think sport was all I wanted to watch but now I am not gambling on it I am actually watching less and less of it as the weeks go by.

Today is just another gamble free day for me.

Another weekly check in 77 days and 11 weeks.

All is good in my head and still looking forward instead of back. Must remember this when things get me down again.

Over worked last few weeks so time for some relaxation and more time with the family.

Another gamble free week done.

Day 84 (12 weeks)

Life is continuing to look up, although it's been a slow process. I still attend my weekly counselling sessions and intend to look into paying for them once the 12 free have run out as my work means it's impossible for me to attend a GA meeting anywhere.

The one thing I am really struggling with is forgetting some of the horrible things I've done in the past. I have a 3 hour drive to work every week and I often find myself thinking back about the things I've done. Hopefully in time I can learn to forgive myself.....

Got out on my bike for the first time, this year, last night and although I only managed 13 miles it was nice to get out in the fresh air. Legs are killing me today though. Need to ease my way back into it.

Another gamble free week ticked off.

Well done on 84 days, not long to the first century. We all have things in our past we regret -reminding ourselves of them helps make us more determind not to make the same mistakes.

So they say 90 days to break a habbit and here I am, I've made it........can honestly say I have never felt further away from having a a bet than I do just now.

I still have my issues to get over but at least I am trying to deal with them now rather than hiding away as I have done for the last 20 years of my life.

Tomorrow will be 13 weeks and exactly 3 months to the day from my last bet so another landmark to be reached.....then it's on to 100 days.

Hope everyone has a good day.

There is so much to look forward to going forward. Well done on the 3 months

Well done damo. ...big pat on the back...yeahhhhhh xxx

Day 91, 13 weeks or 3 months.....today is all three of them at once and personally I am feeling pretty good at the moment.

I haven't been on this site for very long and although I dont post a lot, I do read it several times a day and to see all the arguing around really is putting me off.......

I will continue to match forward and deal with my issues the best way I feel I can. Hope everyone can make peace and I wish everyone well.

Damo

Way to go damo. ..your doing great....as for the recent unrest on here....rise above it love...your recovery is all that matters...and it's working ...so well done you x

Hi Damo,

Thanks very much for your message of support this morning. I really appreciate it. The session was positive thanks. Lots for me to think about. I hope that your session goes well today. Congratulations on reaching 3 months. I hope that you have a great weekend.

Dave

Day 95

On the final count down to my 100 days....must admit it does feel good.

Counselling went well again this week and have agreed to continue seeing him past the 12 free sessions. They said I can pay what I can afford to continue them, which is great news as it had been playing on my mind that they were due to finish soon....1 less thing to worry about.

Had a busy day taking my oldest to a new football team and then the family swimming. Feel much closer to them than I have in a long time.

So many positives from not gambling.

Have a great weekend everyone!!

Sorry Damo just posted to myself lol

I get that Damo I've lost some good friends through gambling and begging for money over the years. Strangely enogh i saw someone I had not seen for 6 months on Thursday and give them £20 I borrowed of them they had forgotten and said it doesn't matter but it did so they got it back with a pint for interest.

Soon be at the century club and I love the way you are doing it keep going bud things are improving by the day.

KTF

Thanks ktf....

Day 98

Just started my 2.5 mile walk to work. Gone are the days I had to walk into work because I had no money....I now choose to do it to try and keep myself a bit fitter.

Like I've said I read before I read this site every day and it still amazes me how many new people come on every week....I should really welcome a few more but my confidence still isn't very high although I do force myself to send the odd message.

2 days till the 100 and still feeling good. All blocks still in place and debt slowly reducing.

Have a good day everyone .