I have been with gamcare for around 7 months now I am an active gambling addict but stopped on March 27th 2024 at 20.28 hours. not a penny has went to the bookies since .my story is a bit strange I was on and off gambling for around 40 years when I was happy it would stop for years .then around 6 years ago it came back with a vengeance were I lost many thousands of pounds my physical health and mental health which I take full accountability for I should have asked for help but alas I didn't. I don't blame anyone or anything .I did it to myself. oh it was embarassing at the time being.lauded all over the rail network and in the rail network press social media and the samaritans
 as some kind of hero.having physically restrained 4 people from committing suicide .but to me it didn't feel.any different a day that's what had to be done .but horrendously the gambling addiction kicked in big time it was a form.of escapism to get back to the simple life .how wrong was I though it led to total destruction one phone call. away from being homeless due to.large debts.thankfully I'm now at peace now due to many sessions of cbt through the rail network and also full committal to stop gambling helped by the gamcare staff .if anyone is struggling through mental health issues please reach out its not a sign of weakness it's a virtue of strength without these people helping through their kind interventions the world would be a very lonely and dark place peace always
oh well obviously no replies as it doesn't fall within the narratives blame game of some how it's the gambling industries fault or whoever and whatsoever life choices at the end of the day the only way to beat and defeat a gambling addiction is to take full responsibility by blaming outside forces doesn't cut it.if you are full on to beat this horrendous addiction to make the gambling bosses richer then you must be determined to stop not tomorrow not later today but right this minute say to.yourself (no more not one penny) ever again)the gambling business is ruled by profit no.matter if you won or lose they always win.no.difference in.thr odds they get the vital.margin billions of pounds a year who is the loser not them.they are laughing all.the way to unimaginable riches each and every day be safe stay strong don't bet only one winner it's the gambling leeches
Thanks for sharing Wee G,
It sounds like you've been through some very difficult times. You are putting your experience to good use by letting others know about your progress, how you took responsibility for your recovery, and how you accessed support for your mental health.Â
Keep on taking good care of yourself,
Adam.
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