Hi Meme,
welcome to the forum and good to see your update. Sometimes posts get by so don’t be afraid to post often and look for support!
I have always valued honesty so i found it very hard to realize that I wasn’t trustworthy anymore and that my husband had every right to feel that way about me. But, I am happy to report that over time you can recovery his faith in you.
Being lonely can definitely be a trigger. Gambling was developed after all to be an exciting distraction and it can distract from a lot of feelings and emotions. Are there some activities you can take up that would get you out and about more with others? Socializing is important if you feel lonely. Rekindle old friendships. Try and think of things to do to fill your time. We can’t just take away the gambling. There are many parts to a successful recovery. Keep working at it and well done on your brave steps so far.
Laura