05-01-2010, 05:26 AM
Hi, my name's Andy and I'm 57 and I've been a compulsive gambler all my adult life. I first contacted GA 11th December last year and I haven't had a bet since.
You've already done the hardest thing by admitting to yourself that you have this shocking illness which all gamblers share and by contacting GA. If someone like me who has lost thousands of pounds over 40 years and done untold damage to my friends and family can begin to gain control over my life, anyone can. There is always hope and I beg you to go to your local meeting and feel the understanding and support of others who really understand. It ain't easy but it is doable. All the luck and love in the world to you.
Andy
You've already done the hardest thing by admitting to yourself that you have this shocking illness which all gamblers share and by contacting GA. If someone like me who has lost thousands of pounds over 40 years and done untold damage to my friends and family can begin to gain control over my life, anyone can. There is always hope and I beg you to go to your local meeting and feel the understanding and support of others who really understand. It ain't easy but it is doable. All the luck and love in the world to you.
Andy