However, Gambling addiction which I developed from about 19 has destroyed everything in my life and I'm now 31. It has destroyed my personality, my relationships, my hope for the future and of course my finances. I could literally write an essay on gambling and how it has destroyed my life. I now find myself with no hope and in despair. My gambling took away nearly everything from me- my home, my marriage, my career, my reputation, and my freedom. But it took much more away from my family – for they are the true victims of this insidious disease. I have been fortunate since I was released from prison. This is the self portrait of Tony McDew. A slots machine gambling addict of Las Vegas, who has lost over $35K in a few years time. His story spans over a dec.
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Gambling Has Destroyed Me
Well,Actually I don't know from where to begin…
I'm 18 years old and I am from Greece….Keep asking my self how the hek i got into this thing…gambling destroyed me i got my self into this thing for nothing…
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Best gambling places in louisiana casinos. The last 4 months i threw like nothing 10K…I lost 10grands in EURO of course because im simply stupid…I had a perfect life with a very good family and now i feel empty and rly sad…
Everything started for fun when i first met blackjack…This year i got 18 and my grandparents gave me their present…A ban account with 10grands with my name…And what me the stupid did?
I burned them like nothing like i never had them….im so embarassed guys…I v started with 100 euro…i was UP to 4grands!4 grands pure winnings and i didnt stop!I name that pure gamble if i had stop
there evertthing would be ok….i lost that 4grands in one night and after that here we go…Everyday for the past few months i ended up losing 250euro a day or even more.i was saying to my self i got a
strategy and i will win them back…I never stoped.There are only 2grands left……If my family ever find out i wont be able to even look at them i dont know what to do…THE QUESTION IS ONE…
WHYYY I DID THAT TO MY SELF?WHY?WHY I GOT ME INTO THIS TROUBLE i cant understand that.I cant be so stupid doing all of this.My mind is sick,……I m just watching my self dying and i cant do
nothing to stop it Im FRIKING 18 YEARS OLD HOW THE HEK I'VE DONE THAT?i supposed to be friking smart my family is going to make me buisness man and screw up…
Any suggestions would be grateful for me…I need some support and i had to tell somewhere because i dont want to face it on my own…it hurts guys
it hurst a lot…Help me.
Every one of us has been in the same spot. Losing it all, often multiple times. Im currently recovering myself. Some things you should know…
First off, forget trying to win it all back, it wont happen. Im sure most everyone here will agree trying to do that will only put you more in debt. We have all been there and had to learn the hard way. You may win a little here and there but in the end you will always lose more than you gain. It isnt worth the risk.
Focus on taking things one day at a time. A lot of people ask questions like 'can i stop?'or 'how do i stop?'… change those questions into statements… 'i can stop!' 'I will stop'
Set goals for yourself. Say 'im not gambling today' or 'im not gambling this week' and then stick to it. Go day by day and then once you reach that goal set another goal 'ok i made it one week, i know i can make it two weeks' and just keep building on it.
Find something outside of gambling to invest your money in. Buy yourself something nice and just look at it and know youre going to enjoy it a lot longer than if you had risked it gambling… or set aside money for the future. Find something you want and say 'ok, im going to start saving for this'.
If you feel like you cant trust yourself to stop, then give your extra money to someone you do trust to hold for you and let them save it.We all know that hurt of sitting there feeling completely helpless knowing we just lost everything. Ive only been here a few weeks, and i can already tell there are some great people here willing to help.
You can do it. I know you can, and if you think about it enough then youll know you can. Stay strong and take it one day at a time. We are here any time you need.
You're not alone! There are plenty of people in this world that suffer from gambling addiction. The beginning of my story is very similar to yours. I'm now 35 and still struggling big time! Unfortunately for me I only started to get real help 5 years ago. I first reached out for help 17 years ago but I wasn't really committed and continued to gamble recklessly for 12 years before I went to my first rehab. Since then it's been a constant struggle. The most time I've had away from gambling is 10 months. I don't feel I can offer any advice given the fact I continue to struggle, however I wish I had been able to commit to getting the proper help when I first realise it was a problem 17 years. By real help I mean consistent and committed treatment/therapy/gamblers anonymous meetings. There is lots of help out there if you want it. I don't know about Greece but even online the is alot of support here. Keep motivated mate!
Hello Acgr and thanks for starting a thread in the Gambling Therapy forums
Here at Gambling Therapy we pride ourselves on being a caring and diverse online community who can help and support you with the difficulties you're currently facing. We understand that this might be a tough time for you, particularly if you're new to recovery, so come here as often as you need to and participate in the forums, access online groups and connect to the live advice helpline if you need one to one support. We're in this together!
Here on the forum you can share your experiences in a safe, supportive and accepting environment. The beauty of writing it all down is that you can take your time and you will be creating a record of your progress that you can look back on if it ever feels like you're not moving forward. So, share as much or as little as you like but do try to stick to keeping just one thread in this forum so people know where to find you if they want to be updated on your progress or share something with you.
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You have already taken the first step in dealing with this problem – you have admitted it both to yourself and to people here. Well done for that – and at only 18. I started gambling at 16 and was in my 30's before I sought help.
If you can 'fix things' without gambling again then, of course, go for it; but don't be afraid to let those closest to you know what is going on. Don't be tempted to lie about your losses, that will only cause more problems in the long-term. Speak to a family member or close friend you can trust and get support and keep strong.
Hello my friend…I am from Greece too and i have a gambling problem.You can read my latest post at the first page of forum (My Story-How it began) to learn more things about my situation. Moreover you can send me an email in order to talk to our language and help each other. Vincita slot vlt. That would be awesome. Send me an e-mail to varva07@hotmail.com
Hi acgr!! The good news…. you are young and have your whole life ahead of you. I have been gambling my whole life. I realized I had a problem in my twenty's. However back than I thought it was a financial problem. I am now 47. I can't go back in time. I wish I could. I can only work in today. However I hope you do not throw your life away like I did. I have failed so many times that I feel silly giving any advice BUT try and put as much as you did into gambling into recovery. There is one thing I know for sure…… the longer we continue to gamble, the worse it gets. As I said you are young. I wish you well. You can still have an incredible gf adult life. Go for it.
I know it hurts and we can all relate to this feeling all too well. The only thing you can do is stop. I started gambling when I was your age with my minimum wage 7$ Per hour job in 2008. Fast. Forward to 2018, I'm 29 now, I've blown well over 200k in casinos since. Here is the good thing, you are young. 18, so much life ahead of you, don't do the same thing I did , stop now and you will recover in no time. However if you continue, you will only had a couple of more 0's only that numberC and a lot more mental anguish over the years, time heals all. We are all here to help you. God bless you
