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Hi Christine Welcome
I’m not sure where or your choice of gambling
What definitely helped me stop was self exclusion, closing accounts. and banning myself from anyplace I could gamble. Taking the longest possible self exclusion they have to offer.
That’s a start it’s the only thing that could keep me away.
After much time I can stay away even though myself exclusion has run out.
I’m can’t say I still don’t think bout going back.
I do and I haven’t so far for me this is working.
I’m no where near any in person ga meetings are held. If you are this may help.
Counciling is a really good thing to sign up for. We often have issues that are in dealt with and don’t realize it.
There is a saying gambling begins with pain and ends with pain.
Everyday is a new day and every day we can decide not to gamble. Try not to look too far ahead. That road is hopefully a long one but this is a one day at a time thing.
It’s wonderful that you are seeking help!

I am new too. It’s way harder than I thought. I can’t stop crying. I have destroyed so much. Tomorrow I will try not to cry. I will try to help you. This is a step and it’s going to be a very bumpy ride for awhile.

Hello Christine,

Welcome and kudos for seeking help. I am a psychotherapist who has had experience working with people with gambling addiction. If you are looking for self-help resources, why not check out this mobile app that I am building that will be ready soon? Among other things, it includes information and exercises that helps you identify risk factors that prompt you to gamble repetitively and what to do about them. You can find more information about the app here: https://skinnerapp.wixsite.com/helloskinner
Best of luck on your recovery.