We all went through many and for me it was many times when we tried to stop and didn’t or had a lapse. I had lots of visits to Gamcare and the National problem gambling clinic and I still did t stop. Then I had to as I hit rock bottom. And I now see gambling for me as a massive act of self harm because very soon things go to pot in my life. It’s like I can’t fool life itself even spending any money on Facebook games has the same effect in my life. And I don’t like the feelings that gambling creates. Many times felt I was going insane. So I now choose not to.
Firstly, dont beat yourself up. Whatever we r chasing for isn’t gained through gambling. Admit what happened to your counsellor and work through the why and the triggers. Forgive yourself and move on. I read your thread so I know three weeks was a big deal. So you can do it.
