Hi Woaiwozj
Your reason for being here is excellent; well done for confronting your problem and doing something about it.
The problem with addictive gambling is that it gets worse unless it is treated but the good news is you can control your addiction and have the life that you want.
Lies and deceit go hand in hand with the addiction and they can be very wearing and destructive to a relationship.
You have been 5 months gamble free so you know you can do it but trying to go it alone will always be problematical. On this site you can share with others who are in various stages of controlling their addiction and well as those who have controlled it but are keeping close to support.
Your girlfriend would be welcome in our F&F forum or in our F&F groups where she can learn to support you and understand what it is that is hurting you.
I suggest that you delete the contacts in your Skype that are connected to gambling and that you exclude yourself from the gambling sites you have been frequenting. Removing the temptation is a big step towards recovery although it is only part of the solution. Abstention is not a cure but in our groups, our Helpline and this forum you will find support that will be unique for you and you can share your progress with others.
Keep posting. Your personal journal in this forum will allow you to look back and see how far you have come. I will certainly be watching your progress and willing you on because I know you can control your addiction and have that happy future with your girlfriend.
Velvet
