• Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years ago

    40 days! 👍that is awesome. I liked how you mentioned how gambling could cause you to miss out on visits with people close to you. Not only does gambling take our money, but it robs us of the most precious currency we have, TIME on this earth. Keep it up, god bless 🙏

    • Thank you Kabobra.
      I agree with you gambling is a bandit of our precious time. Steals from the innocent. In every sense of the word.

  • Kabobra posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 years ago

    Its been a whilr since ive posted on here. 24 days gambling free. Been through a break up with my partner of 2 years. Life is testing me. I feel its seeing if im truly ready. Well i am, but im not becoming complacent nor do i feel in anyway that ivr “beat this disease”. This is a life long journey. Stay strong everyone. Remembet that youre loved.…[Read more]

    • Nice Kabobra. You are right life long I think it does get easier. It has for myself. ❤️

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years ago

    First of all, im glad to hear that your brother survived. He must be a strong man. I think that strength probably runs in the family and you too, do have that strength to persevere. It sounds like you have 100 things going through your mind. Try your best to slow your thoughts down and focus on this moment. What choice can you make in this moment…[Read more]

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years ago

    I want to remind you that you are not alone. Whats done is done. All that we can do is choose how we act now, in this moment. Keep you head up.

  • Kabobra posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 years ago

    Day 17! Attended my first GA meeting last night. There was something comforting being around others’ who understand and empathize with one another. I still felt judged by one lady for some reason, but i feel that might be an internal issue more than anything. Even if she was, i guess its up to me how i choose to react to it. Financially things…[Read more]

    • I love your awareness Kabobra. I completely agree, it’s so comforting finding support in those who can empathize and understand. Also, you’re absolutely right in that her judging you would be a reflecting of how she’s feeling within. Financially I’m not in a good place either, but one step at a time. We’ve got this!

    • Kabobra
      That’s wonderful you went to your first GA meeting. It sounds like the majority of the people there were pleasant.
      The only person that matters of a judgment on yourself is yourself. Congratulations on 17 days. It’s wonderful to hear from you!

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years ago

    God bless 🙏

  • Kabobra posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 years ago

    Day 13. It is taking strength to sit with the thoughts and emotions i’d otherwise stuff away by gambling and distracting myself. Im anxious and exhausted. I will remain strong and i am here if anyone needs someone to talk to. Sending love to you all.

    • Not gambling is another way of being. Your words express well the action of facing one’s thoughts. There’s a lot of negative to clear up and away.
      But I find even better knowing within my power I will produce the best outcome possible in a situation and whatever that will be. It will be.
      Lots of love sent your way!

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years ago

    Rewind, ive been a problem gambler for 20 years. Sports betting being my “drug of choice”, you could say. You coming on here and reaching out is a great first step. Its a day by day grind man. For me, meeting with a psychologist to work through some grief has been important. Learning how gambling has been my way of escaping from dealing with…[Read more]

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years ago

    Thank you, Serenity. 🙂

  • Kabobra posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 years, 1 months ago

    Today has been testing me. My partner has grown frustrated with me as i have been more aloof with her since im focusing more on recovery. Im having a hard time to make her feel loved and love myself throughout this process. Add the financial stress on top. This is day 8 and its testing me today. I will sit with these emotions and work through it…[Read more]

    • Kabobra
      There is definitely an adjustment period when stopping an addiction. All sorts of thoughts and emotions.
      You clearly care about your significant other’s feelings.
      I’m not going to say too much just thinking of you. And I’m another day free as well.

    • Steve replied 1 years ago

      Hello there yes, our significant others do feel it as well. I know for me that sometimes I want to avoid discussing it because it hurts too much to have that person told me to stop I want to, but it’s hard to have someone push me.. the best times are when they say just talk to me about it it’ll be OK. I’ve learned that rather be a part of it then…[Read more]

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years, 1 months ago

    Thank you, Ken. I look forward to joining next week as my work schedule allows me to do so.

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years, 1 months ago

    I hope it can help. I learned about it from my addictionscouncillor. I will admit after a month of it on my phone i went out and bought a tablet and hid it for 6 months. Last Saturday i came clean with my partner and family. I got rid of it and my last bet was last Saturday at 4pm. I never wouldve willingly admitted to this, EVER. This time feels…[Read more]

    • Thank you Kabo for the welcome, the support and the app info.
      I responded but accidentally deleted it.
      The reply box is very small on my phone so I think I need to use my tablet.
      Anyway it breaks my heart to read about your attempt. I’m so glad you are here and have found this site and the support. No addiction is worth a life and it’s never to…[Read more]

    • We’ve got this!!

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years, 1 months ago

    Hi Sher, welcome! And congrats on taking the massive first step by openly talking about the impact gambling has had on you. Im 39 and i had hidden my addiction to sports betting for about 20 years. It unfortunately took a suicide attempt and ending up in the hospital to finally open up about my behavior. Id highly recommend installing Gamban app…[Read more]

    • I’m learning about Gamban from you – thank you for sharing!!!!

      • I hope it can help. I learned about it from my addictionscouncillor. I will admit after a month of it on my phone i went out and bought a tablet and hid it for 6 months. Last Saturday i came clean with my partner and family. I got rid of it and my last bet was last Saturday at 4pm. I never wouldve willingly admitted to this, EVER. This time feels…[Read more]

        • Thank you Kabo for the welcome, the support and the app info.
          I responded but accidentally deleted it.
          The reply box is very small on my phone so I think I need to use my tablet.
          Anyway it breaks my heart to read about your attempt. I’m so glad you are here and have found this site and the support. No addiction is worth a life and it’s never to…[Read more]

        • We’ve got this!!

    • Hi Sher, I see you. I decided to stop gambling and joined this community today as well! You’ve taken so many steps towards recovering. I feel you on everything you said, the high, self discipline – so I’m glad we are on this journey together. We’ve got this!

      • You’ve taken so many steps towards recovery, it’s inspiring and encouraging to read. *** sorry I can barely read what I’m typing on the phone 😂

        • Thanks Willow, I see you too! We’ve definitely got this.
          I’m glad it’s not only me who can barely read what I’m writing .😂 The reply box is so small and off to one side of my phone. Crazy! Lol

  • Kabobra posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 years, 1 months ago

    Practicing some gratitude…. im thankful that i still have my health. Im thankful that i still have a roof over my head and food in the fridge. Im thankful i have a job in which provides me with the money to live well- if i choose to manage money in a wise manner. Im thankful for my dog and the 11 years shes been by my side and honestly kept me…[Read more]

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years, 1 months ago

    Being open and honest about it being a trigger is huge! Im proud of you. Sending love your way.

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years, 1 months ago

    Id highly recommend installing Gamban app on your devices. Its about 50/60 dollars a year, but it will save you much more. God bless.

  • Kabobra posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 1 years, 1 months ago

    Today is day 5 of being gambling free. I had a disagreement with my partner. I was already irritable today to begin with. After the arguement, i was pretty wound up. Its normally in these emotional states where i would normally always isolate and bet to distract myself. Tonight, instead i put on my headphones and jacket and went for a long walk.…[Read more]

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years, 1 months ago

    Sending you love and support. Im 39, been a problem gambler since 19. Im ready, finally, to change my behavior. Lets do this 1 day at a time. About to go onto day 5. This site has been amazing. Not that i enjoy hearing about other people struggling with the same illness, but its refreshing in a way to be around people who i feel understand me and…[Read more]

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years, 1 months ago

    First of all, thank God you are ok. I know we all make mistakes, but i hope the driver who hit you gets the appropriate consequence. Secondly, day 326!! Wow! That is awesome. I look forward to the day when i can confidently say im 326 days free of gambling. Its people like you who motivate me to keep going. I wish you a speedy recovery.

  • Kabobra posted a new activity comment 1 years, 1 months ago

    You can definitely carry on. Youre not alone. Sending support and love.

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