Sorry to hear you’re feeling like this, Jon.
That’s what gambling does.
Seeing the reality is a blessing in disguise. IT’S NOT ABOUT MONEY, BUT DEBT IS A KILLER. Put a zero after your debt. That’s what my “fun ” cost me. It’s all relative Jon. The good news is, you CAN stop. GA provides a lot of help. They will arrange for someone to be with you when you are breaking the news to your wife. When I told my husband back in 2008, he thought it was a sick joke. Even though he knew I was gambling and had baled me out several times, he still didn’t get it. Very few non gamblers do. If you don’t want to involve GA, maybe get a family member or friend to be with you. I really would advise you to tell her before she finds out. Secrecy is very stressful for you and the longer you keep it hidden, the more betrayed she will feel.
Put your family first. Money can be replaced. Get a Payment Plan in place and stick to monthly payments and start over, one day at a time. There really is no other way except the honest way, Jon. Believe me I tried every other route. The truth will set you free!
