• Mattybk posted a new activity comment 4 months ago

    Hey guys thanks for the reply . I no longer use hard drugs and just drink and smoke weed occasionally. It’s the gambling that’s got me beat – I’ve been down the road of addiction many times and I’m seeking help before it’s too late . Just had another big loss on the VLTs . I really don’t understand how they are legal . I’ve been hooked on har…[Read more]

    • What helped me at times was telling myself I can gamble instead of telling myself I can’t.
      It’s a choice.
      I think sometimes when a person says they can’t a person wants too that much more.
      In a way I was fortunate that I had started gambling because it gave me an insight on my daughter’s situation with drugs and how difficult it can be to stop…[Read more]

      • I’m also sharing this as a post of my experience on the wall. I wish you not luck in gambling but luck in stopping gambling! hugs

    • Hello Matty,

      Having comorbid substance use problems can be even more tricky to handle because very likely there’s already a maladaptive behavioral pattern established so I could imagine your struggle. I feel for your pain and encourage you to seek professional help.

      In fact, if you are looking for self-help resources, why not check out this m…[Read more]

  • Mattybk posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 4 months ago

    Hello guys . New to this . Drained my life saving dry over the course of 2 years due to gambling . Been addicted to drugs and alcohol but gambling has to be the worst financial burden I’ve ever faced . Constantly going back to the slots . Even when I do win I just throw it back in over time . I have a child due in a week and I spent my f…[Read more]

    • Hi. I’ve been through all of that for years. I just wanted it to stop. I’ve been sober almost 25 years. I finally through prayer have kicked the habit and have almost no urges. Keep coming back , GA program works. Let me send you a dial in member EST we’d 9 pm and EST Fri 3 pm +1 (267) 807-9601
      Use access code (GA birthday) 9131957
      Keep me…[Read more]

      • Sober from drugs and alcohol almost 25 yes. Gambling free only 39 days! You can do this!

    • Hi Matty
      You are not alone in your quest for recovery. I’m not sure how you are doing with the other two addiction you mentioned. I know of a recovery coach. Who may be able to help you he helped my daughter. She was doing opioids and has been free from any addiction for just over six years. She completely turned her life around. I’m not sur…[Read more]

      • I tried the link it didn’t work not sure why if you are interested just look him up. I believe he works online at the moment I believe he is in Sk Canada.

    • Hey guys thanks for the reply . I no longer use hard drugs and just drink and smoke weed occasionally. It’s the gambling that’s got me beat – I’ve been down the road of addiction many times and I’m seeking help before it’s too late . Just had another big loss on the VLTs . I really don’t understand how they are legal . I’ve been hooked on har…[Read more]

      • What helped me at times was telling myself I can gamble instead of telling myself I can’t.
        It’s a choice.
        I think sometimes when a person says they can’t a person wants too that much more.
        In a way I was fortunate that I had started gambling because it gave me an insight on my daughter’s situation with drugs and how difficult it can be to stop…[Read more]

        • I’m also sharing this as a post of my experience on the wall. I wish you not luck in gambling but luck in stopping gambling! hugs

      • Hello Matty,

        Having comorbid substance use problems can be even more tricky to handle because very likely there’s already a maladaptive behavioral pattern established so I could imagine your struggle. I feel for your pain and encourage you to seek professional help.

        In fact, if you are looking for self-help resources, why not check out this m…[Read more]