My name is _____ and I'm a compulsive gambler and I haven't had a bet for 11 days now.
I relapsed pretty bad, after going nearly 2 years without a bet.
I take each day at a time and confident with all the barriers I have put in place I will continue to be successful with this recovery.
The hardest thing in this relapse isn't financial but it's the hurt I've caused others. The emotions are still very raw and I don't think I will be able to restore what I have lost as a result of the relapse (lies and being an A**hole). However, I have realised I won't fix anything moping around and feeling sorry for myself. I have taken up running and trying to get fitter, trying to be happier and showing this illness will not consume me and I am better prepared, stronger and that I won't relapse!
As the days goes on, things do get easier the more you open up and talk it helps. Never give into this horrible illness. Life can be good again.
Hi
11 days gambling free is a good thing now.
Sorry to hear you relapsed, it is very common and you are not on your own.
Taking today one at a time is very healthy.
We celebrate you healthy will to continue to be successful with your recovery.
What about the hurt you caused your self.
Moping around and feeling sorry for your self is not productive.
Taking up running and trying to get fitter helps you motivate your self
In tme healing and being happier happens.
Yes the more you open up and talk it helps in the healing process.
Love and peace to everyone.
Dave L
AKA Dave Of Beckenham UK
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