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March 26, 2009 4:57pm
Sun is shining and I walked today. I even went to the store and took back a few things I didn't want. At least I haven't slept …
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mariechapp 
10:32am, March 24, 2009
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About Me
mariechapp
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About Me
I am married, 47 years with one son and 4 grandkids with one great grandchild. I managed a franchised automobile dealership and functioned as General Manager My passion is to give, and give till it hurts.
I am married, 47 years with one son and 4 grandkids with one great grandchild. I managed a franchised automobile dealership and functioned as General Manager My passion is to give, and give till it hurts.
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Hummmmmmmmmmm
March 26, 2009 9:42am
I fail to write often enough in my journal because it hurts too much. I can give advise, but doing it myself is a real chore. Yesterday, …
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Sunshine
March 4, 2009 2:54pm
I have found that it is easy to be optimistic on beautiful sunny days, but the real sunshine is that which is on the inside. I am greatful …
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goal
February 13, 2009 9:44am
I have been trying to respond to the posts of many folks on this site, and I am trying to be a support to those on their journey to recovery. …
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Today
February 13, 2009 9:41am
It is almost scary to say things are going very well. I am afraid it will change in a heartbeat. I am trying to live each day but a part …
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Hi Marie...I just read your journal entry. I want you to remember....staying away from gamblimg IS hard work. It's OKAY to admit that sometimes just being accountable and staying positive can suck your energy dry! You need to forgive yourself for taking a day to "veg out"...curling up in your room and sleeping the day away. We ALL need days like that....even non gamblers. Pat yourself on the back for not using the "lazy day" as an excuse to gamble....pat yourself on the back for getting back "on the track" and mudding forward today. The gray weather IS a downer...I agree. If you can, treat yourself to something....a manicure....a new pair of earrings. Sometimes all we need is a little boost just to get ourselves out of the dumps. I'm going to jump in the jacuzzi buck naked...and pray my neighbor with the chainsaw is happily at work on the other side of his yard. I have 2 days of my "stay-cation" left...so I plan to treat myself and enjoy it. Have a better day, MC.....Canterville (aka Dianne)
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I know this is the first few tentative footsteps of a journey of many miles. I also know that I can't do the walking for my spouse too. I am just relieved that it appears that REAL "I have a problem and need to STOP...not avoid ....but really STOP gambling" recovery has begun for my man. I am really filled with gratitude and praise today. Thanks for your prayers.
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Heres to a good day!
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Marie, wow!!! thank you. We need prayers. I believe in the power of prayer. I am asking God for favor and I am asking God to help me to leave the past behind and move on to the new and better things He has for me and Jordan in the future. And to see myself as a valuable person, one He cherishes... for too many years I have seen myself as something other (not valuable or worthy). Now I know those are lies, all lies. I am looking forward to a bright future. I am glad you found this site and too have a bright future to look forward to. Today I have a choice deb.
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Close Depression
Type: Clinical (Major) DepressionTreatments
- Lexapro Working / Worked
- no
- Prozac Working / Worked
- Since my dosage was changed, I feel it has made a huge difference.
- Psychotherapy Working / Worked
- Writing Somewhat Helpful
- sometimes
Close Gambling Addiction & Recovery
I gambled until I had so much debt and no funds, so I got money from work, and it kept me in the casino. Made big bucks, now no job no money lots of debt and hopeless feelings. Lost my job and hit bottom. Tried to end my life with pills so my family wouldn't be hurt. Mucked that and went to a Mental Health Hospital. Received help there and when my family found out they rallied round me as hard as it was to believe that a succesfull person like myself could sink so low. I am on the mend.
Treatments
- Distancing Working / Worked
- Found out the problem was more than an addiction, but a result of hidden feelings and other things.
- Prozac Working / Worked
- It alters my self destructive moods and helps me feel confident that I can recover and survive what the future might bring to me
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