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How are you doing Kin??? It sounds like you might of slipped by your post on another’s thread?? I hope I misunderstood. Either way I want you to know your post have had a great impact one. Please keep trying and keep coming back. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sounds farmillar. I remember being in college and study for my exams while at the dog track. I have done it all track, sports betting, casinos (both cards and slots). I have been out of school for almost 25 years, but that is when the gambling started to get out of control… I am glad you are stoping. I hope you get the help you need. You have your whole life ahead of you. Do not blow it like I did. Over 2.5 million, all th ewadted days, never being fully present and 25 years later and still only on day 12.. I guess what I am trying to say is once we cross that line it only gets worse. Put whatever you put into gambling into your recovery. I wish you well!
Liz , I get it. I have felt the same way numerous times throughout my life. Not sure if I would be here either if it was not for my son, a blessing from God. You are playing right into the Devils hand. He wants you to doubt God and or believe he does not care, You have a House right?, a job? a car ? Children and Grand kids who you obviously love very much. You tell me….. where is God?? It’s not easy at times but try to be grateful for what you do have vs being angry at what you do not (or angry with your circumstances)
You are certainly not alone. I can relate on many levels. I have always been very generous to many of my friends and family who never seem to reciprocate. On the other hand thier are a few people who I have taken advantage of over the years that I can never fully repay. Back to being alone. You are not. God is with you now and he will be with you when this storm passes. Lean into him. He will provide everything you need. Keep the faith Liz. Maybe you could open up to your sister?? Maybe she could help you.????
You are doing good! Stay strong. I pray you find the courage to tell your husband so he can maybe help you..
Hi T! You are doing Great making all the right moves and staying positive. I am still laughing. I picture you laughing (eventhough I have no clue what u look like) and than I bust out laughing. It feels good to laugh doesn’t it??? Hopefully we will have many more laughs and a lot less tears along the way. :). I forget or maybe I am not sure where you are from but you should google Celebrate Recovery and see if they offer any meetings near you. Just a thought.
You got this Nick! Keep coming back.
Hi Sherrie! I have been having some strange dreams lately. I can only remeber bits and pieces. I wonder what they mean or if they even matter. No gambling dreams for awhile. I hate the ones where we win and than wake up. Lol… I like the ones where we are loosing and chasing and are relieved to wake up and realize it’s just a dream. Had far too many real life gambling experiences when I wished it was just a dream/nightmare. Sorry I am rattling on your thread, I to did not sleep well and have been wide awake since 3:30 am. Ugggh!
Great post! You got this! You have a strong plan in place. I am still trying to figure out how to give up control of money because I understand if I have no money I can not gamble. I am more than willing but as easy as it sounds it’s really complicated. You will be amazed at how a small block of time without gambling can turn things around. I wish you well! You are in my thoughts and prayers.