26-09-2010, 07:55 AM
Hi Joshua, As you have found out for yourself us Compulsive Gamblers only ever get worse never better if we continue to gamble. You have been given another chance (maybe your last) so congratulations you have made a good decision by realizing the compulsive gambling absolutely messes our lives up in all ways. Family, friends never trusting us again is one of them.
You will need to be on your guard especially around your Father. Don't mix with gamblers and don't go anywhere that has gambling on it's agenda. Tell your Dad the honest truth about YOUR gambling and tell him that your recovery comes first above all else. Grab someone from the programme who has a lot of time up and that you feel comfortable with, someone whom you trust and ask that person to sponsor you. Work the 12 steps and the benefits will come. Come back here often and let us know how you are doing, this will also help others who are struggling with their gambling.
Take Care,
Your friend in the GA fellowship
Helen
You will need to be on your guard especially around your Father. Don't mix with gamblers and don't go anywhere that has gambling on it's agenda. Tell your Dad the honest truth about YOUR gambling and tell him that your recovery comes first above all else. Grab someone from the programme who has a lot of time up and that you feel comfortable with, someone whom you trust and ask that person to sponsor you. Work the 12 steps and the benefits will come. Come back here often and let us know how you are doing, this will also help others who are struggling with their gambling.
Take Care,
Your friend in the GA fellowship
Helen