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[GambleFreeForever]

Hi there! This is my first time using this app. I’ve struggled with a gambling addiction for years now. I have ended up self excluding through my state for 2 years now. My current self exclusion just ran out a few days ago, and it’s been chaos and chasing the high of gambling ever since. This addiction is so much bigger than me and it will benefit me to find a community to plug into. I also finally feel ready to give recovery an honest shot and not just self exclude since that’s easy. It’s so much more than just wanting to gamble. Anyway, I wanted to say hello and thank you for letting me share.

[Dirk]

Welcome to the community, @GambleFreeForever, glad you have found us! Did you know there are quite a few gambling-specific threads on this forum? Just use the magnifying glass button at the top to search ‘gambling’ and voilà

[SoberWalker]

Hi Brit welcome here!
Take your time to settle in a bit, this forum can be overwhelming sometimes for new users.
So if you have any questions, feel free to ask!
I will share you a thread where to find loads of recovery books, podcast and other recources.
You may like it, here it is:

Resources for our recovery

There are so many helpful resources available to us on our sober journeys. I wanted to share this list for those who are interested in non traditional resources. Please note: I created this thread with alcohol recovery in mind and it is U.S. based as well. As a straight white past middle age woman (SassyRocks), it is based on what resonated and helped me in my journey. Over time, I have added in resources for some other addictions (found at the end of this post), but it is heavy with resources …

See you around!

[GambleFreeForever]

I’m sending all my best wishes to you! You can do it! This app is a good tool for connecting with others. You should start attending some recovery meetings through AA or SMART Recovery, even if they’re on zoom. Those offer great fellowship and support plus motivation!