• Bigheart4 posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    Buggy we’re all in the same situation. We need to realize we’re never going to get our money back. We keep chasing more and more. We’re going to end up killing ourselves. We need stop it together right now. I joined this group first week of December. I said I was going to stop. I fell off the wagon 8 times. Lost so much money that I could buy a…[Read more]

  • Buggy posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    Weekends didn’t go to planned gambled most of what I had left of my pay check and then I convinced myself to self exclude all the other sites I gamble on I already self excluded but the one I mainly gamble on I didn’t due to my rewards and promotions I get put in a 100 then lost it then another and another then won it all back then slowly chi…[Read more]

  • Jenny posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    I’m having a hard time quitting gambling, I look for any excuse to check my phone and the websites for gambling sites but I installed gamban so I can’t. Yesterday I realized we have a computer at the community break room at work and since noone uses it I end up going in and checking the websites. I haven’t spent any money on it yet since I don’t…[Read more]

    • I signed up for overtime hours at work but that only happens when we’re short staffed and right now we are overstaffed but we’ll see

    • I’m not allowed to use the internet during work but on my break I can, so for 30 minutes I can. So that’s not as bad as daily and hours

      • Try removing yourself from your work environment if the computer makes it possible to gamble. Join co-workers for a work meal, pick a restaurant that is further from your workplace, etc. The idea is to make it harder for you to access anything that enables you to gamble.

    • Hi Jenny
      I’m sorry too hear you are struggling to stay away from gambling.
      I did read you are seeing a Therapist. That’s great.
      The first time I went it was for a different reason than gambling. It was family therapy. My first session alone with her on the drive there I told myself I’m not mentioning my gambling problem.
      When the Thera…[Read more]

    • I’ve been there too this past week I had no money and I just kept checking my phone like something was going to randomly appear.As hard it is to resist you can be strong Jenny and make it through the day of work without touching that computer or even gambling, it’s heavy burden to have on our shoulders of wanting to gamble all the time but we all…[Read more]

  • Maximus posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    FEBRUARY 19 Reflection for the Day
    When people say rash or ugly things, we sometimes say they are forgetting themselves, meaning they’re forgetting their best selves in a sudden outburst of uncontrolled fury. If I remember the kind of person I want to be, hopefully I won’t forget myself and yield to a fit of temper. I’ll believe that the posit…[Read more]

  • Durr posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    I recommended the book Atomic Habits to help with quitting and my friend said, “Just watch the Youtube about the book.” This is an excellent suggestion if you don’t want to get the book. But it takes 65 to 100 days to form a new habit. So if today you say, “I will learn to pray “Father help me to run from triggers,” over the next 2-3 months. I…[Read more]

  • Maximus posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    FEBRUARY 18 Reflection for the Day
    We learn in Gamblers Anonymous that we cannot punish anyone without punishing ourselves. The release of my tensions, even justified, in a punishing way leaves behind the dregs of bitterness and pain. This was the monotonous story of my life before I came to Gamblers Anonymous. So in my new life, I’d do well to c…[Read more]

  • Buggy posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    Thought I could make it But, I didn’t I failed myself and I let the urge beat me one week at time I guess made it a week without gambling and unfortunately I couldn’t resist the temptation and I did it feel so week withdrawing from a rush of dopamine but I got the rush and it didn’t feel the same like a realization of why am I doing this. I recen…[Read more]

    • Hello Buggy,

      It’s hard staying gamble-free so give yourself a pat in the back for making it to 1 week. You are not weak, you just lack the know-how and practice on how to deal with urges better. Urges tend to subside gradually on their own usually after 15 min so the next time you are experience them, see if you can occupy yourself with sth…[Read more]

      • Is this app free skinner? Buggy what happened you quit gambling, I have the same urges as you and I think we’re on the same boat

        • Hello Jenny,

          We want to make it free so we are looking for ways to partner with orgs that might take an interest in it, but even if we did end up charging users, there will be some content available for free and the full version is going to be significantly less than the cost of one therapy session, for example.

          Hope that answers your question.…[Read more]

  • Trace36 posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    Not sure if I’m allowed to be here. Not in recovery. Thought was open chat for everyone. Well I just keep messing up. Lost job in November and in financial difficulty to say the least. Every penny I get from anywhere iv gambled hoping I can get out the red, in reality only deeper in debt. Owe cash to everyone around me. Can’t stand myself. Off…[Read more]

    • Trace welcome.
      I’m not sure why but with gambling a lot of common sense can go right out the door. Plus the value of money.
      Recovering from any addiction is a process.
      A person needs to want to stop badly enough.
      Possibly consider GA meetings and or visiting with a councillor.
      You are here and that’s a start. Pretty sure you are upset abo…[Read more]

      • Don’t be so hard on yourself, im not on the same boat as you yet but im struggling with my addiction to gambling, I think serenity’s advice is sound, I saw a therapist last week and talked about gambling, im seeing 2 therapist right now both free from the government of bc Canada, one is rec therapy and the other is gambling therapy, maybe you can…[Read more]

  • Gamhealing posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    Today is 3 weeks since I have gambled and I am really proud of myself. I am so glad that for 3 weeks I have not had to feel that horrible feeling when walking out of the casino disgusted in what I had just done again. I think everyday that I only want to go because it’s an addiction and I have impulsive control disorder. I have not had to feel…[Read more]

    • Congrats Gamhealing, it warms the heart to hear you are 3 weeks gamble free, keep reinforcing that feeling especially in times of urges. You are doing great, one day at a time.

      If you are looking for resources to prevent relapse and strengthen your current gamble-free status, feel free to check out this self-help digital treatment program…[Read more]

  • Buggy posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    Haven’t gambled in a week been feeling really weak and wanting to deposit keep telling myself it won’t hurt if it’s a little now it’s payday and I’m just worried that’s gonna end up badly like all of the rest do been letting myself down cause I haven’t been as close with god as I’ve been wanting to be just been feeling so down lately and just…[Read more]

    • Hi Buggy it’s been over three months for myself not gambling.
      I don’t feel the loss of the money and I’m more able to see myself paying for things I need to pay for.
      I know your fear of not wanting to gamble while wanting to gamble.
      There seems to be a road before us.
      My guess is gambling really isn’t adding to your life. I know it hasn’t…[Read more]

      • Hi buggy im up to date, how are you gambling is it at work? Because I recently discovered I can, and I told myself I’ll allow myself to gamble at work since it’s reduced my gambling from daily to 3 times a week, then hope fully the lesser and lesser I have access to the websites I can quit. Did you try and install gamban on all your devices? It…[Read more]

  • jj2500 posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week 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.

  • Durr posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 1 week ago

    Bad emotions lead to depression. If you start to become angry, discontent, stressed, or any of a dozen negative emotions… Panic. Negative emotions lead to darkness and darkness leads to bad habits. Recently, I noted that praising the Lord 100 times is a top 7 way to quit. Why? Because that praise is “fighting” negative emotions.
    Second, exe…[Read more]

  • Jenny posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 2 weeks ago

    I did it, I installed gamban on my phone for 7 days to block online gambling, I haven’t installed it on my computer yet

    • Good for you Jen. It’s a brave start!
      I hope after the 7 days you will consider longer.
      I’m proud of you !

    • Congrats Jenny! What a solid and impressive first step! The next step is to do the same thing with your computer! You can do it. Think of why you’d like to quit in the first place.

      In case you are looking for self-help resources, why not check out this digital treatment program I am building? I am a psychotherapist who has had experience working…[Read more]

  • Jon posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 2 weeks ago

    New to this group and on my 8th day without placing a bet. I was living a double life for over a year which included hundreds of lies to my wife and countless hours away from my family seeking the big win. Gambling has changed me, I’ve isolated myself, full of shame and find it hard to look those I’ve hurt in the eye. I have a deep financial bur…[Read more]

    • I’m 2 minutes into banning myself from gambling

    • Good for you Jon, congrats on Day8, this is a late msg so I hope you are still holding on on your Day 13. Take each day as it comes and just tell yourself you will not gamble TODAY.

      I am a psychotherapist who has had experience working with patients with gambling disorder in the hospital and I am building a self-help app for people like you who…[Read more]

  • Durr posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 2 weeks ago

    God insists we do things His way. He is “Very” firm. Why? Because it is either His way or trouble. No middle ground. Our purpose is “For the Lord.”

    I have been hearing about a book called Atomic Habits. I plan to read it. A great use of this books great tools would be to use his great advice in conjunction with doing what you learn here. Learnin…[Read more]

  • Jenny posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 2 weeks ago

    Ok I have no more money now, been playing for 3 days no win I should quit

    • 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.

  • MAKE IT IN SHOWBIZ posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 2 weeks ago

    Are you new to the industry or considering a career change? “Make It In Showbiz” is your roadmap to securing that first job without the hefty price tag of traditional film school. JD Southers, drawing from her personal experiences, unveils a step-by-step practical approach to breaking into the film production industry, sharing invaluable ins…[Read more]

  • Janie posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 2 weeks ago

    New here online. Casino 30 minutes away; play slots; win, lose, win, lose, as soon as I win, I think I can win more to pay my debt…then lose it all. $18,000 down. Just want to stay inside my house alone, depressed, don’t even want to go to church. Embarrassed, even tho no one knows.

    • 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.

    • Hello Janie,

      This is a late comment so I hope it’s still useful. Please consider self-banning from casinos if you usually gamble on slot machines. Start from there if you are completely overwhelmed and don’t know what to do. I would also encourage you to seek professional help that will help you understand the risk factors that lead you to…[Read more]

  • Buggy posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 2 weeks ago

    Been gambling for a while didng really think it was a probelm till it was the only thing I think about the only thing that could distract me was being at work then it came to the point where I was gambling at work the deposit size were small at first but lately they have been getting bigger and bigger I use god as a method to seek forgiveness in…[Read more]

    • I’m in the same boat, I just watch when I have no money to gamble, wanting to bet, I keep asking for money from lenders, im currently $15000 in debt

      • I play online and I can’t stop thinking about gambling it’s the only thing I keep in my mind lately

        • “It’s only on the brink that people find the will to change”

        • It is very difficult to sway a gambler into logical thinking…especially in the midst of chasing.
          The debts keep compounding…. snowballing.
          I know… I have lived it and regret all that I have lost.
          Please continue to talk about this horrible addiction with others.
          You have taken the baby steps …talking, discussing, listening, reading……[Read more]

          • Even as we speak im watching Mt gameshow online and thinking of placing a bet, I was thinking of borrowing money from my friend but instead I told her I have a gambling problem and that I can’t stop thinking about gambling, my mentality change instead of asking her for money I stopped myself from having the opportunity to borrow money.

            • I know now she won’t lend me any money for gambling

            • Be cautious on who you talk to about this problem.
              I don’t wish for you to lose friends over being transparent.
              It may come back to haunt you…possibly effecting your job.

          • Good advice. Michael

    • The money to me just means I get to play longer in that session that I win cause I know im gonna lose it all even if I cash out I know it’s gonna go right back in within a couple hours or a day or two, each bet im getting closer to the big win that I haven’t gotten there’s been sessions where I’ve sat on my computer wagering for 12 hours straigh…[Read more]

      • Same for me

      • As for Michael_Dgen’s comment, I didn’t tell my friend I was going to borrow money I just told her I had a problem with gambling, so my intent changed when I told her so I sort of stopped myself from having the option of gambling because deep down inside I want to quit but really I’m chasing after that win

        • My last win was in Jan 17, paid my mom $1700 and paid my visa which I used again so I didn’t really paid any bills just used it again, now I’m broke waiting for my check to come in

          • So I can play again

            • So im just working to play

            • You know what is the problem with my gambling, I’ve let it come first before school work and family, im trying to quit for those reasons but im falling

            • Jenny the best way to stop is self exclusion. Closing your accounts. I am either self excluded or I Ve closed my accounts online. Counciling may be something to consider also. A person needs to start doing things differently a hobby spending more time with friends, loved ones. Things that can make you happy besides gambling. There’s no easy q…[Read more]

    • I know what you mean Jenny feels like I got to work and I’m just waiting to chase but I try so hard to find a way to gamble if that’s selling something etc . The worst thing is you can ban your self on the casinos online but they don’t care or you can always find another and you don’t care how sketchy it is cause you just wanna play and try and…[Read more]

  • Jenny posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 month, 2 weeks ago

    I’m chasing after my losses, I should know better working in a casino

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