[Staycg00]

I will try your suggestion to see if I can get in the groups Laura. Tomorrow morning I’m going with my boyfriend so he can open an account and transfer the money from our mutual account to it so I won’t have access. It was rough for a bit this afternoon. I really wanted to go play. The good thing was I didn’t. I will definitely reach out on the live chats when I’m feeling that way. Thanks so much for the reminder that support is always there. 🙂 

[Staycg00]

Today I’m 6 days gamble free. It’s also my payday so it will be a test to not spend a dime on gambling. My partner said if I even spent $1 on gambling he would move out. I’m determined to remain gamble free and have a better life for my family and I! One day at a time.

[Staycg00]

Thanks so much for the support. I know if I go on another spree even a 2 week spree will ruin my family (kids and partner) financially. We are on the brink right now so I have to get control and turn my life around now. My addiction came on so fast and hard. Crazy to think how much I blew in 6 months. But I’m keeping in mind ATM (access, time, money). Blocking myself from cash and keeping myself busy with other hobbies i.e. exercise, reading. I dreamt I was gambling last night but it felt more like a nightmare leaving me feeling panicked. Still can’t join the support groups and I’m not sure why. Hoping to get some tech support from the site soon so I can join those. Day 2 gamble free! focused on taking things one day at a time.

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[Staycg00]

I am looking into GA meetings in my area. I’m putting barriers In place as well. So true that if we put as much effort into not gambling as we out into it we can be successful. Today I’m gamble free. Trying to focus on one day at a time. 

[Staycg00]

I was logged in but still couldn’t join the session. Hmmm. But like you said today is done. Tomorrow I will have no access to cash and my partner is going to take over the finances and manage all money while restricting my access. I gambled at one of my usual spots. There are small gambling cafes (at least that’s what I call them) they’re no smoking, light drinks and food and can only have 5 machines. They’re everywhere around where I live. But I’m starting an exercise routine to try and refocus my energy.

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[Staycg00]

That’s so true. This addiction can take you down so very fast and the crazy part is I’ve only been gamling 6 months. My partner knows the extent of my addition and starting this week is going to open up an account seperate from mine and manage all the finances. I will be extremly restricted from cash but it’s absolutely what I need. Trying to take it one day at a time. Hoping each day gets better and I get more clarity.

[Staycg00]

I’m definitely on the first step and want to get my life back. I have let so many people down and can’t believe it has gotten to this point to where my family is suffering.

[Staycg00]

Well I didn’t make it through the day without gambling. In the past 3 weeks I have only made it 1 day without it. I borrow money wherever and from whomever I can knowing paying it back will put me and my family in a even worse financial position. As is I can barely pay for the essentials. I tried to join an open group today on the site but for some reason got a response that I did not have permission to join the open group. Does anyone know why that may be and how I can access the support groups? I really need help and now.

[Staycg00]

Thank so much for the support! i Plan on attending a group today. I need to get my live back for my family and myself. I’ve caused so much financial damage that some of will take years to get out of. I know I need to just focus on Way day at a time to be gamble free. 

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