I'm grateful that I've found support. I'm grateful that my family is understanding. I'm grateful I stopped. But now it's opened the door. Do I have a drinking problem?
What helps me overcome my desires to gamble is my hatred of casinos. I hate them so much that I would rather never give them another buck than satisfy my personal gambling desires. Hating the right things can be a very good and powerful resource to do good and overcome bad.
I go from one addiction to another. I always have an addiction. It's currently online sports betting and it has nearly destroyed my life within 8 months. I've been completely out of control and destroyed my credit and use money that isn't even my own. God bless you and stay strong. I find that gambling is the hardest to quit out of all of the addictions I've had.
I’ve been fighting my gambling addiction for 25+ years, I’ve had up to 2 yrs of not playing then get pulled back in. It’s a constant struggle. I too have ADHD, not sure if that’s part of the reason all I know gambling is so hard to quit. Good luck to you and all of us.
Be strong, you are not alone. Casino's take our brains by making it look like we are winning, while taking a lot and giving very little. By the end "boom" they have taken it all. Every one needs to get out. Lets go play golf and other games not for betting but for body fitness
Good luck in your recovery and I feel your pain - I'm a recovering alcoholic (27 years) and I've struggled with a horrible gambling addiction (the worst addiction of them all!). I benefited greatly from AA but the local GA group treated me with indifference and an almost "what are you doing here?" attitude that I never experienced in AA. Left me feeling the 12 step programs doesn't translate seamlessly to every addiction. Oh well
I lost a lot over 20 years gambling probably upwards of 6 - 7 mil its a vicious cycle once I had to get a real job I stopped completely one thing I learned is "enough is never enough" I wish you all the best on your journey to recovery.
I was a HEAVY drinker for years. Quitting almost killed me. And it never had even half the grip on my soul that gambling does. Losing sleep, racing thoughts, forgetting to eat, putting off work, spending hours just watching and thinking about gambling. Its a drug. Why do you think we regulate it like one. And if the irl casinos are like heroin then the online sites are like fentanyl. Edit: one year and 4 months sober from alcohol. I want to take my first bet free day in months tomorrow.
Thank you. Im struggling to overcome it. I have PTSD and when the trauma rears and i panic i go to relieve it. Im ashamed im weak. ❤ you wont screw up. I dont know you but i feel what you say.
Thank you for this Alison . I identify with the gambling addiction . Mainly going to clubs and casinos playing slots. The have got me hooked. I know I have to stop . I use them to get away from problems too .
I am going through this myself. I rely on Jesus Christ for hope. I don't want to hurt myself. I am so in debt. I am scared. I am scared of losing my family. I am in a bad place. Please pray for me. I too have a drinking problem which has caused me to gamble hard. I too have taken thousands from my husband my mom. =(
Perhaps you should consider that God does not exist. If he did, why would he have people suffer with addiction? Is he out there cherry picking who should struggle, and who shouldn’t? If that’s the case, that’s a horrible God.
@@sjs1555I get that people don’t understand God and His ways. How can we? But God is not horrible. He loves us but also respects our free will. Love won’t force anyone. I think God tries to speak to us but do we listen? I know myself rushing into things without thinking and praying first. I’ve made huge mistakes and gambling is one of them. Led into it by someone I shouldn’t have been with in the first place. All my choices. I thank God that in all the mess I’ve managed to make of my life through my own folly, I can look to my faithful loving God and know He is the same yesterday, today and forever and loves me always. He is with me as I try to live and rebuild my life with His help and guidance. God bless.
Iam addicted for 4 years really ruined my life and never have money on my bank account, last night i still gamble online, the worst decision of my life but i reallh wanted to stop.
Best way is to NOT go in the Casino at all, a cousin said something to me, he said "I cannot go into a Casion because I will not leave until I do not have $1 left. so for ME it is best to just NOT go in EVER!" I got that. best advice I think there is, if you do not go in you cannot gamble in them.
Hello I hope you can stop gambling. I’ve had an awful gambling life it really never stops the urge to bet it really consumes you it ruins your life it really is an awful addiction Good luck hope you can succeed.
There is only one person that can forgive you for your transgressions: Jesus Christ. Once you ask Him to forgive you, then forgive yourself because He wants to set you free. Take it from me, I’ve been freed from drinking, smoking, gambling, etc. and it turned out I had a spiritual problem. Now I’m addicted to peaceful, normal moments that feed my spirit. God bless you Sister.
I just started playing vlts and won. Now i just want to keep playing even tho i know i will lose it all. I have no friends or family . Gambling to win is my only friend. Im 43 and have nothing more to lose .
Saddest part is she’s nowhere near rock bottom by the way she is doing this video more to find a common ground. Also saying things like “2-3 drinks. Concern is about weight loss. “Stop for a while. “Might slip but.” My heart goes out to her
Hi! First thing is rock bottom looks different for everyone. But, I’ve done a lot of work on myself since then. I wasn’t being honest with myself about how much I was drinking. That has changed. But it wasn’t the drinking that was the problem it was gambling. The real issue is not being able to moderate … anything. ❤️
No losing ruined your life you can gamble and win and have a great life but when you lose, it’s your own fault and you have a losing problem not a gambling problem
I work so hard for my money. NO WAY im giving those MFKers any of my money! Dont do its all a scam! Work harder you can earn $200 on the weekend doing extra work if you love money!
Gambling is a horrible addiction. It's ruined my finances and it me in such a bad place. I refuse to give the casino another dollar.
How about 50 cents? Could change everything 😂
I have to break myself from going to casino's too...I go for fun to shoot craps...but I may be lost $50 thousand in my lifetime ...wow
Yes people!
Casino gambling of any kind sucks! Stay away from
What helps me overcome my desires to gamble is my hatred of casinos. I hate them so much that I would rather never give them another buck than satisfy my personal gambling desires. Hating the right things can be a very good and powerful resource to do good and overcome bad.
I go from one addiction to another. I always have an addiction. It's currently online sports betting and it has nearly destroyed my life within 8 months. I've been completely out of control and destroyed my credit and use money that isn't even my own. God bless you and stay strong. I find that gambling is the hardest to quit out of all of the addictions I've had.
I’ve been fighting my gambling addiction for 25+ years, I’ve had up to 2 yrs of not playing then get pulled back in. It’s a constant struggle. I too have ADHD, not sure if that’s part of the reason all I know gambling is so hard to quit. Good luck to you and all of us.
There is definitely a link between ADHD and addiction because you are seeking dopamine. I hope you are able to get help!
Be strong, you are not alone. Casino's take our brains by making it look like we are winning, while taking a lot and giving very little. By the end "boom" they have taken it all. Every one needs to get out. Lets go play golf and other games not for betting but for body fitness
Good luck in your recovery and I feel your pain - I'm a recovering alcoholic (27 years) and I've struggled with a horrible gambling addiction (the worst addiction of them all!). I benefited greatly from AA but the local GA group treated me with indifference and an almost "what are you doing here?" attitude that I never experienced in AA. Left me feeling the 12 step programs doesn't translate seamlessly to every addiction. Oh well
I lost a lot over 20 years gambling probably upwards of 6 - 7 mil its a vicious cycle once I had to get a real job I stopped completely one thing I learned is "enough is never enough" I wish you all the best on your journey to recovery.
I definitely get this
Is this all savings or is it including loans?
Forgive yourself. It is understandable. You are not alone. There is always room to control your spending. Best wishes.
I love your openness and honesty. You give people hope. God bless you.
I was a HEAVY drinker for years. Quitting almost killed me. And it never had even half the grip on my soul that gambling does. Losing sleep, racing thoughts, forgetting to eat, putting off work, spending hours just watching and thinking about gambling.
Its a drug. Why do you think we regulate it like one. And if the irl casinos are like heroin then the online sites are like fentanyl.
Edit: one year and 4 months sober from alcohol. I want to take my first bet free day in months tomorrow.
Congratulations on your sobriety!!! I believe you can quit gambling too.
Thank you. Im struggling to overcome it. I have PTSD and when the trauma rears and i panic i go to relieve it. Im ashamed im weak. ❤ you wont screw up. I dont know you but i feel what you say.
I hear you.
Thank you for this Alison . I identify with the gambling addiction . Mainly going to clubs and casinos playing slots. The have got me hooked. I know I have to stop . I use them to get away from problems too .
I understand how you’re feeling. ❤️ sending you strength Rita.
I feel you…. I’m in the same position…
I am going through this myself. I rely on Jesus Christ for hope. I don't want to hurt myself. I am so in debt. I am scared. I am scared of losing my family. I am in a bad place. Please pray for me. I too have a drinking problem which has caused me to gamble hard.
I too have taken thousands from my husband my mom. =(
I'm here for you.
@@allisonzed thank you. I am here for you too! We can do this =)
Perhaps you should consider that God does not exist. If he did, why would he have people suffer with addiction? Is he out there cherry picking who should struggle, and who shouldn’t? If that’s the case, that’s a horrible God.
@@sjs1555I get that people don’t understand God and His ways. How can we? But God is not horrible. He loves us but also respects our free will. Love won’t force anyone. I think God tries to speak to us but do we listen? I know myself rushing into things without thinking and praying first. I’ve made huge mistakes and gambling is one of them. Led into it by someone I shouldn’t have been with in the first place. All my choices. I thank God that in all the mess I’ve managed to make of my life through my own folly, I can look to my faithful loving God and know He is the same yesterday, today and forever and loves me always. He is with me as I try to live and rebuild my life with His help and guidance. God bless.
Iam addicted for 4 years really ruined my life and never have money on my bank account, last night i still gamble online, the worst decision of my life but i reallh wanted to stop.
I feel so bad for you, yet I’m going through the same thing.
I’m here for you. You can do this!
Best way is to NOT go in the Casino at all, a cousin said something to me, he said "I cannot go into a Casion because I will not leave until I do not have $1 left. so for ME it is best to just NOT go in EVER!" I got that. best advice I think there is, if you do not go in you cannot gamble in them.
Hello I hope you can stop gambling. I’ve had an awful gambling life it really never stops the urge to bet it really consumes you it ruins your life it really is an awful addiction Good luck hope you can succeed.
How are you doing now?
Bless you you're not on ur own ❤
Gambling has fucked me up for 5 years. I’m just a degenerate
been gambling for 15 years, never had a problem
good for you. just shut the xxck off because that does not help people who have the problem.
There is only one person that can forgive you for your transgressions: Jesus Christ. Once you ask Him to forgive you, then forgive yourself because He wants to set you free. Take it from me, I’ve been freed from drinking, smoking, gambling, etc. and it turned out I had a spiritual problem. Now I’m addicted to peaceful, normal moments that feed my spirit. God bless you Sister.
I’m sorry but that’s not my belief.
I just started playing vlts and won. Now i just want to keep playing even tho i know i will lose it all. I have no friends or family . Gambling to win is my only friend. Im 43 and have nothing more to lose .
I don’t want to sound corny but God wants to be your friend. He loves you with an everlasting love.
Almost did all ready did mine
Hope you’re ok Byron
Saddest part is she’s nowhere near rock bottom by the way she is doing this video more to find a common ground. Also saying things like “2-3 drinks. Concern is about weight loss. “Stop for a while. “Might slip but.” My heart goes out to her
Hi! First thing is rock bottom looks different for everyone.
But, I’ve done a lot of work on myself since then. I wasn’t being honest with myself about how much I was drinking. That has changed. But it wasn’t the drinking that was the problem it was gambling. The real issue is not being able to moderate … anything. ❤️
Gambling did ruin my life
I'm sorry to hear that. Sending
Gambling addiction is a demon and is destroying lives 😕
JESUS saves 😃
Thoughts and prayers from germany 🙏 😇
i have a gambling problem and i finally beat the casino, i win.
@@MegaEpicGamingGuy congratulations
Sports gambling, porn, food, Social Media............... All designed to keep you uninformed, ignorant, distracted and compliant.
No losing ruined your life you can gamble and win and have a great life but when you lose, it’s your own fault and you have a losing problem not a gambling problem
If that’s what you want to believe that’s fine
just shut up, people who have the problem is not about losing or winning, they need to gamble to feel normal and the consequence is fatal.
I work so hard for my money. NO WAY im giving those MFKers any of my money! Dont do its all a scam! Work harder you can earn $200 on the weekend doing extra work if you love money!
lol I made $200 in 10mins playing blackjack… why sure I took a risk of losing my money but it beats spending the whole weekend doing random labor 😂
I think your problem is that you think you lost unfairly as mentioned with algorithms.
What? No. Do I think they control the player journey? Yes.
Do I take accountability for my choices? Of course
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By commenting.. you’re just increasing the likelihood I’ll keep popping up 🥰
@allisonzed well good luck. 👍
@@duds1916 same to you
You should be ashamed
Ooh burn
@@allisonzed damn right, broad
@@turkeyleg1 wtf is wrong with you?
I feel sorry for my mother in law she is so addicted to gambling.