Hi IKICDB
It would be great if you ‘spoke’ on the forum again – I look for you every day and hope you are doing well.
Admitting a gambling addiction is a big step towards tackling the problem and you have done that.
I was so pleased that you were brave enough to open up and that you have loved ones who are willing to support you, their support is invaluable.
There will always be people who just do not and cannot understand. I think with those people it is good to say that you are not seeking opinions or advice but that gentle support wouldn’t go amiss. It is so important that the ignorance of others doesn’t sway your determination to succeed.
How did your in-person therapy session go? I know facing a gambling addiction isn’t easy but I do know that the effort is worthwhile – or I wouldn’t be writing to you.
Keeping a journal would possibly be a great support to you – you can look back and see how far you have come.
Thinking about you
Velvet