Gambling Addiction Help
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REMEMBERING WITHOUT RELIVING
My #1 tool for maintaining sobriety from gambling is utilizing places that remind me of the pain gambling caused me, without actually living out the experience.
Gamblers Anonymous
Attending a Gamblers Anonymous meeting each week has given me a much needed support group.
Like most, I dreaded the idea of attending GA. However, I quickly found it to be exactly what I needed.
Online Forums
Throughout the week, I like to check-in on the Reddit Problem Gambling thread and the accompanying live chat on the Discord Server.
This is a great way to connect with others who understand me in a way friends and family might not be able to.
GREAT READS + LISTENS
Personal growth has played a huge role in my recovery. Reading and listening to audiobooks/podcasts have played huge part in my recovery.
Here, I’ll post books that have impacted me most:
CHANGE ANYTHING
This is my favorite. I recommend Change Anything at our weekly GA meeting week after week as it gives step-by-step processes to change your life.