7th of january 2022 was the last day i placed a bet, and i havent looked back again i am commited to never gamble again, but it is very scary when you realize the hole you have dug up for yourself.
all the best to all of you on your journey !!
Hello Lifesuckss,
Thanks for updating your diary. You're doing really well to have more than 5 gamble free weeks under your belt! So now it looks like you're starting to think about the consequences of your gambling. Gambling can affect all areas of your life - money, personal relationships, work, housing, health, mental health... You might find some pointers to help you start making sense of it here on our website:
https://www.gamcare.org.uk/understanding-gambling-problems/how-can-gambling-affect-your-life/
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In the meantime, it looks like you've started this as a new diary thread. Would you like us to merge it with the one you started in January?
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Best wishes,
Deirdre
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Drawing the line is the best thing ever, once you know that you have done so for the last time. I'm over 500 days 'clean' and will remain so. Previously in my heart of hearts I knew I could return to gambling, but not now.
Hopefully you have reached that decision that you will not turn back, not ever. It is hard and the damage will probably take years to sort out. But time is on your side - one day at a time. You can do this LS!
Lifesuckss, well done on your commitment to stop gambling. You have shown great determination and I'm sure that you will continue. Good luck with everything.
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