All of the list is something that could apply to me. I might want to add anger. When I felt angry about something and could not let it out in any other way – I would take out my frustration by gambling. But then maybe I could find any excuse to gamble. Where was getting rich? Not a reason for me either!
For destressing – I find walking in the countryside really helps. If not countryside then parks or somewhere near water. I have also found mindfulness helpful – although difficult to do when I most need it.
Thanks for your post – I hope you also have a good, gamble free weekend.