[Jamestrfc]

Thank you very much Chris, appreciate your kind words. There is nothing better than speaking up and talking to somebody, it doesn’t make you any less of a person, if anything it shows a lot more courage. Nobody chooses to feel the way a compulsive gambler does and people who haven’t been there do not understand that. Do not let people tell you otherwise.

[Jamestrfc]

Nearly 12 months down the line. 2 relapses in that time. I won a huge amount of money and can safely say I am progressing really well. I have found a new hobby to make money and gambling doesn’t cross my mind anymore. Anyone who wants to beat this addiction can do it. Be open and honest with yourself and others, there’s a reason you gamble, analyse that reason…is it boredom, stress, anger, sadness? Take a moment to understand why you gamble…put it in a bubble…let it float away. Stay positive everybody.

[Jamestrfc]

Thanks for your reply. I have spoken to parents and fiancée and have self excluded, I was on roulette. I abstinated for about 8 months so knew I could do it but some triggers in my personal life haven’t helped. I hope to get treatment very soon.

[Jamestrfc]

Good evening guys.

4 weeks Friday since I lost that money and haven’t even came close to placing a bet once.

Just returned from 3 nights away and got engaged which is fantastic and increases the determination to work hard to get where I want to be without gambling.

Thanks for all the support and advice.

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