Hi Cozzy,
Its no problem at all, im by no means an expert to pass on advice but the last 7 weeks have been a roller coaster, plenty of highs and lows.
The two things I struggled with whilst gambling was opening up to people in regards to my emotions and how im feeling. The second was the lies
I made a conscious decision that if I was going to do this i would need to be totally open and honest about everything. Tell my loved ones who support me, how I feel and not bottle it up. You don’t even need to tell them all the time, that why GA meetings are for and this website.
Maybe one thing that will help u see an improvement is totally strip down the way you live and change your habits and lifestyle.
7 weeks ago i done the followinh:
– Told all my family and friends
– Started with GA
– Started Counselling.
– Got rid of Sky Sports channels
– Watch/listen to less sports( Radio/TV/general chat with friends)
– Allow my G/F full access to my online bank accounts and statements.She is constantly looking which is good.
– I do more around the house, cleaning, cooking, light the fire, washing etc
– Look at keeping yourself busy, take up new hobbies, reignite old hobbies, I play Gaelic football, a bit of golf and soccer aswell.
-( Obvious one) Ban myself from every possible bookmakers online.
All these have worked for me so far, I have shown my girlfriend that Im willing to change.
Is life a bit more boring?? Yes
Do I feel like ive lifted a 100kg bag off my shoulders?? YES
you taken the first step and realized you are incapable of gambling and that will no longer be a part of your life….
KEep chatting on this and we can help each other