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- What an emotional day! I just signed myself out of all of the PA casinos for 5 years. Hopefully, by doing this I will show myself and everyone else that is involved in my life how committed I am about leading a life free of gambling. It is a huge...
- I had a relapse after 17 months on Mother's Day. I am working hard on the steps again, and I am really trying to get back on track. It is just disheartening going from 17 months to five days. I have no one to blame but myself. Hopefully, by next May...
- What are your thoughts about self-exclusion? I am considering self excluding myself in PA, and I was wondering if you feel that it really helps.
- Sometimes I feel too confident with my recovery process, and I do stupid things that start my urges all over again. I was bored, and I decided to play slot games on my IPad one day (not for money but for free credits), and they were slot machines...
- I know that it is not the best choice or even the wisest choice but what is your opinion about going into a casino to hang out with friends and not bringing any cash along. It doesn't happen often. I enjoy the environment and being with my friends,...
- What are some things that you are looking forward to doing over the holidays that do not include gambling? I am looking forward to spending time with my family, getting a relaxing massage, and watching a lot of basketball. I am anxious to hear some...
- I am looking for some quotes or sayings to help keep me strong and focused. Today I am feeling good. I just like to read quotes from time to time and hang them around my house to read and to be inspired by them. If anyone has any favorites please...
- I get so tired when things are finally getting better, and I am trying my best to get things straightened out financially, and then people bring up my debt and how it will be a long time until I am straightened out financially. I feel like I never...
- I had a close call yesterday. I talked a friend of mine into going to the casino, and I went along. I used my manipulation strategies that I thought I put behind me, and I told her that I was fine to do that. I was not. I had a friend's funeral...
- I am always looking for new resources on gambling addiction or addictions in general. Please share names of workbooks, books, Internet sites, songs, stories, quotes, etc. that have helped you with your recovery. These resources help keep me...
- I am ready to have a fun trip without gambling. Thank you all for your suggestions. I have many plans in place. It has been very stressful getting ready. I just found out that my 13 year old dog who is my baby tore her ACL last night. I will be...
- I am told by many people that I need to relax more. What are some things that you do to relax? Thanks.
- What are your thoughts on this? I am thinking about it, but it scares me. It would be bad enough if I had another relapse and being arrested would make it even worse. On the other hand, it should keep me away. Why do you have to register in person?...
- Thank you so much for your encouragement. I am glad that I went and I met a lot of nice people there. I will definitely go back again.
- Well, I am heading to my first GA meeting tomorrow. I will let you know how it goes. I am nervous. Thank you for your support and encouragement.