Hello all,
I thank everyone for reaching out and giving some words of wisdom. As I start day 2 of my journey to become free I have thought a lot about my life as a gambler and some things really stuck out in my reflection. The first thing is as proud as I am of quitting tobacco, i basically shifted my tobacco addiction to my gambling addiction so you are right Charles, I need to find positive things to occupy my time. Speaking time, I have realized just how much time, energy and love I have taken away from my family and I have given to gambling. That more so than the finances makes me feel like a pathetic father and loving husband. That’s not to say I’m miserable, but it is to say I will use these feelings as motivation to be a better me. I have also taken steps with my bank to block any transactions to my source of gambling. Yes that is only a block, its a good thing to have in place when I’m in a tough spot and the gambling thoughts arise.
Again thank you for all your support and I appreciate the encouragement. Here’s to a great day 2 of being gambling free!
