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  • in reply to: Fresh start #42873
    Doofus11
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    Today marks 23 days gamble free!!!!!
    I can now actually get paid on a Friday and still have money the following Friday where as before all of it would be gone by the Sunday evening. I’m finding myself less interested in sports now because I’m not betting on them. Me and my partner are having a lot better relationship (less arguing) because I’m not in a mood now because I haven’t lost. Wish I owned up to my problem sooner

    in reply to: Fresh start #42869
    Doofus11
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    9 days gamble free and 2 full weekends complete. Had big urges to bet on Friday when I received a “tip” but I stayed strong. The horse didn’t win eather so that made me feel even better that I stayed strong. Really starting to feel like iv got my plan together now. This weekend I would’ve paid off all the bills I’m behind on so will be fully court up and can concentrate the money I’m saving on a little treat for me or my partner for being so understanding about everything’s that’s happened. Starting the week on a positive note 🙂

    in reply to: Fresh start #42867
    Doofus11
    Participant

    Tonight marks 7 days gamble free. A whole week!!!! I can’t believe iv actually come this far. Since I self excluded I haven’t even wanted to bet (mainly cause I’d have to travel 10+miles even if I wanted to) and I don’t want to let my partner or my friend down. I can see a light at the end of the tunnel it’s still far away but definitely achievable!! Still staying positive 🙂

    in reply to: I’m back #42956
    Doofus11
    Participant

    Was nice talking to you the other day alliesmum. I’m just completing day 3 and never felt more proud of myself. Stay postitve and have the barriers in place and you will succeed if you want it bad enough!! Looking forward to hearing more of your journey to a happier life

    in reply to: Fresh start #42864
    Doofus11
    Participant

    Day 3 completed!! I haven’t not bet on the weekend in years. Feeling really proud of myself. Even managed to tell my best friend about my problem (should’ve told him sooner). He’s One of those friend where no matter what’s wrong he’ll always be there to help. Going to get back into the gym tomorrow try and keep my mind active and busy.

    in reply to: Fresh start #42862
    Doofus11
    Participant

    I phoned up and self exclude just now guys from the bookies in my area. The women was lovely on the phone. Been that busy in work that I had no urges today and it’s pay day which I would normally see me blow half of it straight away on bets. Feeling positive and motivated today

    in reply to: Fresh start #42859
    Doofus11
    Participant

    Sorry Laura only just seen your comment. I need lots of barriers and am thinking about changing my weekly pay to go into my partners account instead of mine. I really want to succeed in doing this but am finding it very hard

    in reply to: Fresh start #42858
    Doofus11
    Participant

    Sorry menez02 iv only just seen your comment. Will have to opt in for the email replies next time. I’m new to this app. I’m feeling very low. Although iv shut down my accounts I’m finding time to go into bookies now instead. Only my partner knows my situation but she doesn’t know the full extent of my problem. I feel ashamed and embarrassed!! Also do you know of a website I can go on to self exclude from bookmakers? Or do I have to ring?

    in reply to: Sports Betting Addict Trying to stop #42881
    Doofus11
    Participant

    I’m in the same boat. Today is also my first day. Good luck mate hopefully we can both get out of this

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