Well done Jonny, this is very inspirational to read! Today was the day I decided to call it quits, very similar to you in tons of ways. In the last 2 weeks I’ve lost around $2,500usd on sports betting. I have been an avid gambler for the last 10 years. I remember being 18 years old and being in a casino for my 2nd time ever. I was betting .75 cents a spin and hit a jackpot for $1,800. Since that day it’s been all down hill. Sure I get on hot streaks where I win 10-15 thousand dollars in a 2 day span, but overall I can’t begin to imagine how much I am down total. Luckily, I have a really well paying job, but of course have nothing to show for it. This makes my debt pretty minimal, but savings close to none. I don’t know how many times I’ve said “I’m done, I’m never gambling again” just to prove myself wrong over and over again. I have never reached out for help before because I never thought I needed it… But, I am out of answers at this point. It’s truly inspiring to see how far you have come. Tomorrow will be day 1 for me, one day at a time, I guess… We will see how things go.
Take Care – Taylor.