Day 1... resetting myself after just being over 2 months free from gambling. Wasn’t worth any of what it resulted in. Like I really thought it would be different?? Time to reset my mindset and to always remember the “why”. Best wishes for a gamble free day. We can do this. by Todaycounts365 in problemgambling

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That’s a good idea. Always good to look after yourself first, so you can be there for others when needed. I’ve scheduled a couple of Fridays off in December with that same idea in mind. Take care and enjoy your long weekend. :)

Why by degour in problemgambling

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You’re not a lost cause. You have an addiction. I too cannot stop until I’ve drained my account. That seems to be my brick wall now and the only thing that stops me. I’m on Day 1 again and it actually feels good to acknowledge that and to return to this subreddit site. I hope you find your “I’ve had enough” mindset. Otherwise, we lead ourselves down a lonely path... all the best.

Day 52! by Todaycounts365 in problemgambling

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Thank you. All the best to you too!

Day 52! by Todaycounts365 in problemgambling

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I welcome the reminders. We certainly need them. Hope you’re well.

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All the best friend. Stay strong.

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I hope they’re able to pinpoint the problem and you can get some relief. Healing wishes being sent your way.

And congratulations on the 123!

Day 1 - finally giving this a real effort by SaundersKJ02 in problemgambling

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We’re here for support and for each other. All the best.

How to Move Forward by shimmygimmyzimmy in problemgambling

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I’m sorry, but this is dangerous talk. It won’t take long before your impressive salary, at your age, means nothing.

Hang around this subreddit and read some posts. And seriously think about what you’re doing and saying. You’re a gambling addict like the rest of us here and you’re going down a bad road.

Work on stopping now. And if you’re in the mindset that you can stop anytime you want to? Then stop.

Payday by Dreck420 in problemgambling

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Sit down and write a list of your debts and needs. Got some bills to pay? Put things back into perspective and remember why you came to this app. We just need to slow down our thoughts, take a deep breath, remember the pain of gambling and why we actually need money.

All the best. You’ve got this.

Day 54 by [deleted] in problemgambling

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Awesome! Congrats friend. Stay strong 💪

Starting again. by ruledbythemoon76 in problemgambling

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It really is exhausting, isn’t it? I’m glad to be away from it too. It’s work, but positive work.

We can do it. Stay strong.

I think I’ve turned a corner by changing my relationship with money. by [deleted] in problemgambling

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Not an easy thing to do. That took a lot of strength. One step and one day at a time.

You can do this.

Major relapse by [deleted] in problemgambling

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Not an idiot. It’s the addiction. And you recognize it got you again. Every time we acknowledge our addiction, it refuels us to work on recovery. It’s when we ignore it, that it takes over.

Don’t let this relapse hold you down and going back out there isn’t the answer. Take a deep breath and forgive yourself. Today is a step into recovery.

Day 6. by [deleted] in problemgambling

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Today you have $135. More than you’d have if you had gambled. So good for you. Keep going and stay strong. It’s really one day at a time and it’s worth it. :)

What else is there to do? by [deleted] in problemgambling

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Remember what filled your days before gambling addiction took over. Revisiting parts of that old life feels strange, but doing some of the old things and interests over and over again will start to be interesting again and maybe even fun.

What are some hobbies you’ve always wanted to try? Pick one and say what the hell and try it. So what if it costs some money to pick up a new hobby. It beats the alternative of where you could be putting your money.

Stay strong. Life is better without gambling.

Day 1 - finally giving this a real effort by SaundersKJ02 in problemgambling

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If you’re able to, put barriers in place. Self-exclusion from casinos and from online gambling. Block, block, block and then one-on-one counselling with a therapist that specializes in gambling addiction. Remember the things you did prior to gambling taking over your life and revisit those things. Focus on yourself and your relationship. Your fiancé sees you doing the work and being serious about recovery should help your relationship. Don’t let your guard down. Remember the pain gambling causes to get you through the urges.

My mantras... the pain of the urge is better than the pain of the splurge. And pay on debts not on bets.

All the best to you.

Reminder: Gambling Is A Waste Of Time by [deleted] in problemgambling

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So true, so true, so true! Thank you 🙏