Triangle's recovery: What's recovery got to do with stopping gambling???

Nobody can force you mate, but I would just go not consider it, just get yourself off

I would imagine you come out of the meeting feeling better and stronger and less likely to go back to gambling...your only 1 second away from a bet.

Good luck

i was forced into GA last time think that was part of the problem well force is the wrong word strongly encouraged or leave was the choice if thats a choice

know similar ultimatums may get me back for a period of time but its what i do when im there that matters

i could just drink coffee and biscuits and write texts if i wanted to or i can listen to what they say

big difference in intention and results?

end of day 3 almost roll on day 4

day 4 starting and the temptation is rife

i know i could place a bet within moments so what stop me desire willpower blocks yes alll that but its not enough

think i do need to get back to ga as soon as and try and get some counseling

Get to it mate, or else its only a matter of time before the urges beat you

This place alone is not enough for most, The only time I managed long abstinance was through GA, and keeping busy with other things (crucial) take up a long lost hobby etc etc

but please try a meet, you sound like you need one, Go asap mate

It sounds like you need the extra help! This is the first time I have admitted a problem and at the moment I'm happy with my progress on here. That's not saying that I may need help in the future. My wife controls the cash now and has access to my online banking - I'm feeling positive, one step at a time. Day 12 now and I can just about touch the 2 weeks.

Good luck!

thanks i will go back but i can see this place has great support

will make sure i keep logging on as it seems to be working for others it can work for me

thanks

Hi

Thanks for you post in my diary. I have had counselling and been to GA. They both work to an extent but you have to keep on reminding yourself of all the hurt it has caused in your life; and in my case other peoples lives. This time I'm not just giving up for me but also my family. Stay strong.

think im seeing that more and more that as much as i want to think ive got this addiction beat its always there ready to tempt me back

would be so easy i know

hi triangle ive stopped gambling for 81 days today so it can be done im living proof, I went to the gym today im trying to loose weight as well.

day 5 today

struggling a bit but got a meeting tonight will let you know how it goes thanks

thanks for encouragement stop

yes its early days i know its possible done it before but does seem tougher this time not sure why

thanks stop

had some encouragement from friends who know ive stopped gambling before

they don't understand it but they love me and are trying to be there

trust does come back slowly but it has to be earnt

ye was good to do something normal for a change life on the other side is much better, maybe we go through this to make ourselves realise how good life is , and for me it has shown me money aint everything and i mean that , personally i always wanted to be a millionaire , not bothered by that now ye it would still be nice , but it really wouldnt make you happy as you have to find the happiness without money then if you have money that just a bonus that makes life easier, sorry for my woffle juat had a thought you know what its like, but its good how your friends supporting you , keep going my friend

Hi Triangle, hope things went well yesterday. I know what you mean about thinking you have gambling best and it creeping back on you. I hold on to the fact that every day we don't gamble is progress. We may have to go through the urges and the odd relapse but as long as we keep coming back, keep posting and keep getting better at abstention then we are winning.