I have just sent you an ‘official’ Welcome. You have already had a welcome from someone else who uses this site, who has given you also some wise thoughts and encouragement. I am one of the volunteer counsellors here. I facilitate a Drop-in group at 20.00 hrs (GMT) and a focussed therapy group at 21.00 hrs (GMT) on Wednesdays. There are many other groups (see under Support Groups at the top of the page) and a Helpline as well as this Forum, where you can write your own Journal and receive support and information from others who have struggled with gambling addiction and continue to use the resources here to help them live a life in recovery. You can also find help through reading the Journals of others.
You are right when you say it is best to take one day at a time – sometimes just one small step at a time. You also say you ‘want to stop’ – that is the motivation that will help you forward. You are starting out on a journey that most people cannot make on their own – and it is not good to have to do alone. That is why others are here to support you. It is wise and a sign of strength to use support and not to try to struggle alone.
So I wish you well on this new part of your life.
Very best wishes,
Monique
