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I’ve done the self excluding part, the opening up to the family is a whole different ball game, I’m going to find that one really hard. I will do it, but I’m not ready for those chats just yet. 

The advice regarding taking the recovery as serious as I did my gambling is spot on. I hadn’t thought of it like that, but you’re right, the energy and focus need to be the same!

I’m booked in to talk with a CBT therapist, and I’ll do all the homework that comes with it.

My failed attempts in the past have been because my gambling and greed have been stronger than my will power to stop. I’ve been reading stuff on this forum to help me with that hurdle when i get to that point again. 

GA isn’t out of the question, I may have to travel to a different town though, I don’t want people in my own town to know. I know it sounds daft, but I’m not ready to open up to potentially people I know. 

Thanks for your tips, they’ve been absolutely what I’ve needed to read. 

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Hi, 

Great question regarding how will I keep away from gambling when I’ve not just lost in the future. I’ve been asking myself the same sort of thing this week and not 100% got a plan yet. 

I’ve self excluded from all online sites that I was on, I’ve also used gamstop but I’ve had a couple of issues with it, but I’m in contact with them currently as they’ve not been able to verify me yet. 

I’ve had false starts in the past, and dropped back into gambling easily, but this time I feel more determined. I’ve managed a week now, and I know I’ve got a mile and a mountain to go still, but I’m beating it this time, I’m up for this fight. 

Through the week I’ve been listening to TED talks on YouTube and podcasts, and found them really helpful and motivational.

What did you do that helped you sort out your problem, any tips would be greatly appreciated?

Regards

 J

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