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    jj2500 posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 weeks, 4 days ago

    I am still losing money that I don’t have. I have done so much damage to my life and reputation that I am not sure if I will ever be free of this dreadful disease. Yet, I still pray for strength and forgiveness.

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    jj2500 posted a new activity comment 2 months, 1 weeks ago

    I have felt this way so many times, but each time, I return. However, I am not going to give up on myself and neither should you.

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    jj2500 posted a new activity comment 2 months, 1 weeks ago

    Unfortunately, we all chase our losses. The last time I went I lost so much money, and the only reason I did not leave broke was because I was unable to access anymore.

    Hopefully, we will overcome this horrible disease so that we may live the life God intended.

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    jj2500 posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 2 months, 1 weeks ago

    Hello everyone,

    It’s been awhile since I have been here. First and foremost, I want to offer my condolences to Mr. Ken’s loved ones. I just read the notification of his passing. I enjoyed reading his positive messages of hope for this horrible gambling addicton. Rest well, Sir.

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    jj2500 posted a new activity comment 2 years, 9 months ago

    Welcome. I have done everything and then some. I have not been to a casino since Feb. 2020 but gambled online for a month. I had to block myself from online sites. I voiced the same concerns about July 4th weekend in last night’s meeting. I know my addiction is strong than I am. However, that will not prevent me from praying to overcome the…[Read more]

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    jj2500 posted a new activity comment 2 years, 9 months ago

    Welcome to the beginning of a better you. Please stay with it because it works.

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    jj2500 posted a new activity comment 2 years, 10 months ago

    Congratulations!

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    jj2500 posted a new activity comment 2 years, 10 months ago

    Hi, I began gambling to combat loneliness and it quickly became an addition that I’ve had for 26 years. I have done everything you have done and more. I’ve always considered myself to be a very strong person but gambling is a severe weakness. Admitting that my addition is strong than I am was my first step to asking for help. I am in a good…[Read more]

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    jj2500 posted a new activity comment 2 years, 10 months ago

    Hi Nancy, I have been addicted to gambling for 26 years and COVID is the only reason I stopped going to casinos. However, I began to gamble online during the lockdown. It didn’t provide the same thrill as walk-in casinos, but I knew that if I continued it would be equally as exciting. I removed my credit card from my phone, blocked gambling…[Read more]

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    jj2500 posted a new activity comment 2 years, 10 months ago

    Hi, I’m new to using this platform. I need to know how it works using a chatroom as well as the days and times? Thanks in advance.

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      Ken L replied 2 years, 10 months ago

      Hi JJ
      To take part in chat or attend a meeting all you need to do is sign into gamtalk and when the menu bar appears click on chat and you will see two different chatrooms. The one on the left is where daily chat takes place as well as the Monday night 10 pm est meeting that I chair takes place, and on Tuesday nights at 9 pm est we have a…[Read more]

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    jj2500 posted a new activity comment 2 years, 10 months ago

    It works, but you have to complete a different form for every casino owned by a different company. Good luck.

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    jj2500 posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 2 years, 10 months ago

    I have been gambling for 26 years, attended several GA meetings, been evicted numerous times, gambled away my retirement, bounced checks, lied consistently to family and friends, owe too much money, and have started my life over several times. I moved to a state with no casinos, in hopes of ending my addition, but of course, I found a way to…[Read more]

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      Ken L replied 2 years, 10 months ago

      Hi JJ
      To take part in chat or attend a meeting all you need to do is sign into gamtalk and when the menu bar appears click on chat and you will see two different chatrooms. The one on the left is where daily chat takes place as well as the Monday night 10 pm est meeting that I chair takes place, and on Tuesday nights at 9 pm est we have a outreach…[Read more]

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      JerMe replied 2 years, 10 months ago

      Hi JJ – thanks for sharing your story. This disease is so difficult. I found similarities between us while reading your story. It sounds like you’re trying hard to prevent yourself from gambling. I’m glad you’re on here talking about it. It means you want to change and that’s where all of us have to start.