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Robin posted an update in the group
Community 6 hours, 53 minutes agoAnxiety is bad trying to figure out how I’m going to make it this next month. Trying to get another job. Waiting is terrible not knowing what to do about bills…etc….gambling destroys lives and I hate it!
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Robin posted an update in the group
Community 9 hours, 6 minutes agoA day at a time. Trying to figure it all out. Refuse to gamble one more dollar.
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You can do it. Stay strong and remember the pain when you are tempted.
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Thank you.
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QueenofWoes posted an update in the group
Community 13 hours, 37 minutes agoHello Everyone, Hope you are having a wonderful Friday Morning.
Once again, I did I went yesterday again, with the best positive attitude ever….. Still lost it all.
I am so baffled by the amount of money I give to the casino. I could have bought a Lamborghini with the money I have lost at the casino and I am only 30… However, I do feel like I…[Read more]-
I understand your pain well. I’ve been battling this for years. I just self excluded statewide and give over control of my bebit card to my dad after losing a whole months check. Taking it day by day myself. At my lowest I’ve ever been so don’t know what else I can do. Good luck on your journey. I’m here if you need to talk.
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Readytoquit posted an update in the group
Community 16 hours, 50 minutes agoDay 4- Gambling is like a program in our minds. Reprogramming and replacing gambling with a positive habit is essential to quitting. Here’s a few things working for me at the moment: positive videos first thing in the morning. Exercise and meditation. Reading my notes everyday about the pain Gambling has brought me. Forgiving myself and b…[Read more]
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That’s so great.💕💕 You should be very proud of yourself. Another idea that always moves the needle toward happiness and out of your own head is doing a random act of kindness for someone else. However small the act might be it makes you forget about your own problems for a while and brightens another persons day too. A real W…[Read more]
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Thanks Diamond. I will do that for someone.
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DECEMBER 1st Reflection for the Day
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit,” – Aristotle. By repeating my gambling acts, I became progressively more likely to do them again and again. By repeatedly attending meetings, talking with my Higher Power, sharing my feelings, and keeping connected with Gamblers Anony…[Read more]
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Readytoquit posted an update in the group
Community 1 day, 14 hours agoDay 3- Watching discipline/motivational videos first thing in the morning to help me remember my purpose. Walks in the park and exercise help to keep me grounded and feeling good. Remembering the pain Gambling has brought me and my family. Making good financial choices. Taking my life back from this addiction with fierceness and courage. Feeling…[Read more]
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I aspire to get to that point. Good luck on your journey.
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Robin posted an update in the group
Community 1 day, 17 hours agoGambling is a horrible addiction. It’s hard to sleep after such a big loss. Only thinking about how to make it for the next month. Anxiety is through the roof. Just want to fall asleep and never wake up.
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I can relate to all of those feelings. There’s nothing we can do about the past but learn from it. The money we lost is gone and gambling will never get it back for us. Accept that its all gone, Accept that this is where we have to start from and forgive ourselves for the self destructive choices weve made. Hang in there, things will get better w…[Read more]
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I am done with gambling for good. It’s just so frustrating and shamefully to be in the position I’m in. Thank you for your advice.
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You nailed by your words. The feeling is unbearable. When I’m walking out the casino. I always say to myself. I didn’t want to go through that again. Then I do.
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Hi Bigheart14…I’m not from Canada. I’m from the US but my email is victoriavvrobin@gmail.com if you want to chat. I understand not having anyone to talk to about these issues.
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kenl posted an update in the group
Community 2 days agoNOVEMBER 30th Reflection for the Day
If you’re a negative thinker and are not yet ready to do an about-face, here are some guidelines that can keep you miserable for just as long as you wish to remain so. First, don’t go to Gamblers Anonymous meetings. If you somehow find yourself at a meeting, keep you mouth (and your mind) shut and your han…[Read more]
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Robin posted an update in the group
Community 2 days, 13 hours agoI truly need help with my gambling addiction. I lost a very siUbstainsal amount of money last night that has left me helpless and not knowing where to turn. Any advise would help. I’ve been battling this for years and I’m at the lowest point ever. God bless each of you who knows the feeling.
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Hang in there Im in a financial hole too. Come up with a plan. Everything will be alright and you will get out of your hole but you have to stop gambling right now. Remember the pain it had brought your life when you want to gamble again. Become sick and tired of that pain.
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Thank you. I just put in a state exclusion application online. I have to get this under control. I’m in such a mess right now. It helps to talk to people who understand though.
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Youre welcome. i know it hurts but We will get thru this together. Take it one day at a time.
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Hi Robin
If you find talking with people who understand you may I suggest you find a gamblers anonymous meeting in your area
as everyone in those rooms at some have been where you are today. And there are lots of folks there willing to share their experience strength and hope with you.
God Bless
Ken L Your Brother In…[Read more]
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There are no gamblers anonymous groups where I live but I have looked into doing Zoom meetings. I’m kinda old fashioned so I have to learn about all this stuff but I’m trying Thank you.
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Hi there I’m new on here. I’m here because I don’t have anybody to talk to. Are you from Canada. So we can chat personally by phone.
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Readytoquit posted an update in the group
Community 2 days, 15 hours agoDay 2- Motivational videos on youtube have been helpful. Reading notes that Ive wrote about the pain Gambling has brought me helps me to remember why I dont want to gamble. Ive came clean with my family and have so much support. Eventhough Im not in the best place financially I feel calm and good making the right choices with my money. I believe…[Read more]
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kenl posted an update in the group
Community 3 days agoNOVEMBER 29th Reflection for the Day
Contrary to what some people think, the slogan “Let Go and Let God” isn’t an expression of apathy, an attitude of defeatism, or an unwillingness to accept responsibility. Those who turn their backs on their problems are not “letting go and letting God,” but, instead, are abandoning their commitment to act on…[Read more]
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Durr posted an update in the group
Community 3 days, 7 hours agoJoy is waking up in the morning and knowing, “Life is good.” Joy is waking up to problems and knowing, God is with me, these problems will be solved or they will lead to good. Joy is knowing that Bible study and prayer are keys to success.
#1, Seek to find God’s blessings because they lead to joy. Study, “Verses blessed,” and articles on bein…[Read more]
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Readytoquit posted an update in the group
Community 3 days, 16 hours agoDay 1 of no Gambling. I choose not to gamble. Gambling has been self destructive to my life and I will fight back for my life.
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Aren’t you tired of Day 1’s??? Why are you torturing yourself?? C’mon let’s do this thing. Find a meeting, get a sponsor, ban yourself, have no access to cash. Wanting a better life is okay but you need to take action towards it. Will power alone is not enough. This addiction is strong and progressive. And it will suck the life right out of you.…[Read more]
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Thanks Diamond.
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kenl posted an update in the group
Community 4 days agoNOVEMBER 28th Reflection for the Day
Our faith in God’s power – at work in us and in our lives – doesn’t relieve us of responsibility. Instead, our faith strengthens our efforts, makes us confident and assured, and enables us to act decisively and wisely. We’re no longer afraid to make decisions; we’re not afraid to take the steps that seem c…[Read more]
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kenl posted an update in the group
Community 4 days, 11 hours agoSCHEDULED SESSIONS
Chat will focus on recovery conversations and will be moderated by a Gambling Outreach Support Worker from British Columbia. Everyone is welcome!THIS CHAT ROOM IS AVAILABLE
Tuesdays (6-8pm PST)-
Going to try to join tonight. 😊
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Benny posted an update in the group
Community 4 days, 22 hours agoLooking for help and advice with compulsive gambling.
Stopping is easier said then done. Once I start I keep chasing. I know I’m doing wrong but cant seem keep that urge at bay, then feel confused when all is lost.-
Also, where in Vancouver Canada can I get help, what have people found is best to lead to a recovery of sorts
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What kind of gambling do you do Benny
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Omg that’s so me. Chasing and chasing.
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kenl posted an update in the group
Community 5 days agoNOVEMBER 27th Reflection for the Day
The Gamblers Anonymous Program shows us how to transform the pipe-dreams of our pasts into a comfortable reality and true sense of purpose, together with a growing consciousness of the power of God in our lives. It’s all right to keep our heads in the clouds with Him, we’re taught, but our feet should rem…[Read more]
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kenl posted an update in the group
Community 6 days agoNOVEMBER 26th Reflection for the Day
During our first days in Gamblers Anonymous, we got rid of the trappings and environments of gambling. We had to get rid of these, for we knew they surely would have killed us. We got rid of the situations, but we couldn’t get rid of our addiction until we took further action. So we also had to learn to toss s…[Read more]
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lisa posted an update in the group
Community 6 days, 1 hour agoPlease don’t gamble. It will creep up and destroy your life. It will hurt the people you love as well. It’s not worth it to gamble.
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Exactly
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Hi Robin I’ve had a few months like you are experiencing. It’s not a fun place to be. I hope you are able to land the job you are looking for. You are doing what you can to rectify the situation.
Gambling it’s almost like we hate ourselves putting ourselves through what we do.
We are human and we make mistakes.
Communication with credi…[Read more]
Thank you for your advice. I need as much as I can get. I’m struggling but I’m gonna make it because I refuse to ever go through this again but thank you again. Hugs back…:)
You are welcome. I don’t think you need my advice. You know what you need to do. Just sharing i have been there also.
Have a nice evening ❤️