[CraigMac6]

2 Weeks down. It hasn’t been easy but I’ve made it. I know I need to keep my guard up each and every day because I am an addict. I will keep busy today which will help refrain from making any bets on the NFL. I know it will lead to a lifestyle I no longer wish to live.
have a great day everyone!

[CraigMac6]

Will be a tough day with college football on but i have made a committment to myself to not gamble today as i want a better life and nothong worth fighting for is easy. Challenging days improve my resolve to stay quit. I can do this.
Have a great day all.

[CraigMac6]

As I read you most recent post I couldn’t help but think about my own personal reasons for giving up gambling. While its impossible to gamble without money; the reason for me not wanting to gamble has little to do with money and a lot to do with experiencing other avenues in life. I truly believe when one feels that way, quitting can be accomplished, one day at a time! Those precious moments in life that occur without gambling are ones we will cherish for a life time. While I definitely do miss gambling (as it was a huge part of my life and I’m sure the same is with you) I know it is something I don’t want in my life. Have a great day Laura and I’m here quitting with you!

[CraigMac6]

You still with us John?

Let us know how things are going if so

[CraigMac6]

Payday friday and i will not use any of my money to gamble.

Ironically i was given a parlay sheet yesterday by a coworker ( as she walked by me and i couldnt even politely reject the cards)as she does is the “bookie” but after she handed it in to me i walked into my office and tossed it in the garbage.

Not interested in making any bets today!
Have a great day everyone!

[CraigMac6]

So here we are with another day in the books but i do have to admit my sick gambling mind has been telling me some lies lately. For me, like most of us, i have no problem quitting (or taking a few days off from gambling) when i have run out of money but the hard days occur when its payday and i have some extra money to spare. Thats when its tough. And here my twisted mind tells me i can place one bet and win and cash out. Deep down i believe i cam win at sportsbetting but i know thata a lie. I can win at the beginning but i cant control my bets so i bet too often and often without a clear mind and eventually i go broke. I know i cant just place one bet and walk away a winner. I know these next few days are critical to my quit but i know i dont want to make that one bet today. I will not allow my addiction to control me today.
Have a great day everyone!

[CraigMac6]

Hello John,

Like you i have an addiction to sports betting and i find the thrill of betting on a game as great as it can get. Over the years, i have lost a lot of money as well betting on sports and many times i will make bets on games i have no clue about just to get some action. I say this to yoy because i can relate to everything you have said. The best advice i can give you is to find something positive that ypu enjoy to occupy your time instead of watching/betting in sports. I have been bet free for 10 days and i have made an effort to not watch games or scroll on espn to check scores. I realize that life was miserable and stressful so its time to move forward. You have made a good choice by posting because just like me, we cannot beat this addiction alone. We must have support. You can do this John, just take it one day at a time.
Keep strong brother.

[CraigMac6]

As i begin day 10, i cant help but feel much better about my financial situation. Im not where i want to be but im better off now than i was 10 days ago.
You know, gambling was the main reason im currently enrolled in bankruptcy. It seems as if i would have learned from that mess of a situation. I guess that wasnt my rock bottom. Either way, im happy to be quit today. One Day At A Time.
Have a beautiful day all.

[CraigMac6]

Day 9. Thanks for all the support everyone. Things are going pretty well. I had a few thoughts of “i can win” when my wife was watching the game last night but i know thats a lie.
I do have problems with dwelling on the past, and that is something i need to work on, however, i do use past failures as motivation for improvement.
Going to keep busy today and say NO when the gambling thoughts come callijg, as i know they will.
Have a good one all!

[CraigMac6]

Here qo. No gambling today!

[CraigMac6]

I appreciate you taking time to post in my thread. You are absolutely right, we take our loved ones for granted as we chase pipe dreams. I couldn’t have thought of a better way to put it.
I’m proud to say I survived my first saturday college football day without any issues. Now one more day to get through the weekend and start week 2, however, until then I begin day 7 of being gambling free.
Have a beautiful day ladies and gentlemen.

[CraigMac6]

It seems as if you have a lot going on right now and things seem tough but please remember; Tough times never last tough people do!
You will get through this. Stay positive, and upbeat as much as possible. Life is beautiful even with the peaks and valleys. Have a great time at the wedding and enjoy your weekend!
You can do this!

[CraigMac6]

Hello All,

I’m here to start day 6, however, I know the weekend will be tough for me for several reasons. One, there are a lot of football games on (both college and professional) and two, I have a little bit of extra time on my hands. While I know deep down I will always be a losing gambler, my gambling mind often tells me I can make a few bets, win and withdrawal my money and quit. We all know that isnt the way things go. Instead, I might win a few games, then lose a bunch and a bunch more. As I’ve said before, its not so much about the money with me, as it is about the time. Instead of spending hours upon hours trying to isolate myself to watch games today, instead I’m going to be a family man and spend time with those that matter to me. I know today and tomorrow will be tough but I can get through it, one day at a time.
Have a great gambling free weekend everyone.

[CraigMac6]

Another day another dollar saved.
Been keeping busy and trying to keeep on pushimg forward with a positive outlook.
Have a great day everyone

[CraigMac6]

First I would like to say welcome. Its a major step to be here. I’m still very early in my quit and feel the same as you when it comes to me having to quit. I must do this and not just for financial reasons but for my life and the way I live life. I’m here to support you however I do need to caution you. This is not a race to 365 days. Being quit for a year doesn’t make this disease go away. This is a life long battle we face because we are helpless over gambling.
I have zero doubt you can do this and we are all here to help. One day at a time!

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