[CraigMac6]

One day a time. Thanks for stopping in peaches. Staying focused on my daily promise of giving my family my all not my addiction.
Have a beautiful day all

[CraigMac6]

I use to have those same “I can control my sports betting and I can win by using discipline” thoughts that you are experiencing right now. And I am here to tell you those thoughts are all lies. We cannot control our gambling. Some people can (very few), but we are not them. Once we start there is no stopping until we hit rock bottom. There was time when I did believe I could bet sports and win and it was possible while I was winning, but as soon as the losses came, I spiraled out of control. The same is true with any gambler.
Personally, I don’t believe we will ever be fully recovered. We will battle this disease forever. I feel the difference is, after years and years away from gambling our addiction might not be as active in our minds but it is still there. The beast will always live within us. But with days and days of being quit, the beast isn’t as strong. I know you can do this. Stay close to this site and reach out whenever you feel weak. Lets take this addiction, one day at a time!

[CraigMac6]

Volunteering yesterday was a great time for my family. I truly enjoyed helping out others. I have always been a big fan of giving back, but that old excuse of not having enough time gets in the way. I’m happy we went and I know it was a learning experience for the kids. We will be going most weekends. Its always great to give back.
Still having thoughts of gambling especially with the mega millions in the US over 1 billion dollars. I know its all a pipe dream so throwing away 35 days of being clean for a losing ticket isn’t something i’m willing to do.
I hope everyone has a great day!

[CraigMac6]

Taking my family to do some volunteer work today. I feel the love we have for one another is no exhistant now a days and its sad. I know i want my kids to understand life is not about them, its out helping others and living for others. Living selfish and self oriented, isnt the way to live.
Ironic i say these things when i was the most selfish person in the room when i gambled all my money and time. But thats a life learning experience .
Have a great day all.

[CraigMac6]

My quit gets a little atronger each day.

Have a great friday all.

[CraigMac6]

Daily check in to hold myself accountable.
Have a great day all!

[CraigMac6]

I wouldnt say i made it because its a life long battle but 30 days is a good start.
Just living life one day at a time.
Have a great everyone. Ive made m y daily promise to refrain from gambling.

[CraigMac6]

Hello all,
Thanks for stopping in. While these last 30 daya havent been easy it has been rewarding. I have started to spend more time with my family and less time stressing about money.
I know i have a long way to go and i need to remain focused.
Have a great day all!

[CraigMac6]

Day 29. No way i gamble today. Keeping it simple. Great advice. Have a great day all.

[CraigMac6]

Good Morning all! Thanks for stopping in Laura. As Ive said before this addiction has been very difficult for me because I love sports; and I always have. I enjoyed sports as a kid, well before I even knew you could gamble on it. So to answer your question, Ive been watching some football from time to time and I have enjoyed it even without having money on the games and I see that as a positive step forward because quite honestly, i dont ever see myself not watching sports. I just want to not bet on the games. I want to find a happy place watching games and not worry about outcomes because I have my mortage on it. Anyway, I often times check a website called ESPN to see scores of my teams (if i didnt have time to watch) and those scores will show the lines and outcomes. I know its just a phase that I’m goin through with my addiction. The crazy gambling mind tells me I can “win” , but I know I can’t. Its a tough spot because I love sports but Im also flirting with danger at the same time. However, I do find strength in my quit when I focus on one day at a time. Which is exactly what I intend on doing today. I know I won’t bet on any games today because I dont want that life. Again, thanks for coming in Laura. It’s nice to have some company. Its been 28 days today! Feeling great!
Have a good day everyone!

[CraigMac6]

Every day is still a struggle and some days the thought of winning all that money really makes me want to place that bet but deep down I know “all that money” I could win would never be placed in my bank account because I do not have the self control to stop when ahead. As I’ve said many of times, gambling controls us and all our actions. I’m going to make it today, and I’m going to continue to take this one day at a time. Have a great day all!

[CraigMac6]

Hope you all have a great friday.
No gambling for me today!

[CraigMac6]

Hello Random,

It was nice reading your story because you and me are very similiar in our gambling addiction. It wasnt nice to know of your hardship but it is nice for us both to know we are not alone. I can very easily quit sports gambling when i have exhausted all my financial options but as soon as i get extra money im right back at it. I have managed to stay away from gambling for 26 days now and to be honest, i got paid today and i could easily make a few bets but deep down i know thats not what i want because i know how it will end up. Just like you, if i bet i wont stop until its all gone and quite frankly, im TIRED of THAT same old cycle. I have a family and people that are counting on me yet i always let them down because of my selfish gambling; well, that wont happen today.
This is a tough addiction but we can beat it one day at a time. I see a lot of people talking about giving up gambling for a year to get their finances right but it cant be like that. We must give up gambling for life but that seems impossible when we look at it that way. Which is exactly why we must take our quit one day at a time.
You can do this brother. We are here to help. Just give everything you have to stay quit today, and worry about tomorrow when it comes.
Thanks for sharing your story.

Craig

[CraigMac6]

Here for another day quit. Tomorrow is payday gotta be vigilant. No gambling today!

[CraigMac6]

But life doesnt suck, life is beautiful. Life is what you make of it my friend. While yes life might be tough right now, it will get better. Just focus on the positive things in your life. A positive attitude with get you through the tough times.
Its a blessing that you are making a positive change in your life today. Today is day 1 of your journey. You can do this and we are here to help.

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