It doesn’t stop in your twenties for most you want help but i started at 14 in middle school gambling on sports im 35 and have nothing bc of it ive gotten help been to therapists and I can’t stop
I am the daughter of a dad who committed suicide because he was addicted to gambling. I was 16 when my dad committed suicide. My dad taught me how to gamble at the age of 13. I can count cards and play every single game. I specialise in roulette which my dad taught me. He was a pro at roulette to the point that he was in jail for 9 months and lost all of our money and when he was in debt he killed himself. It has taken me decades of therapy, drug addiction, alcohol addiction and being in abusive marriage to realise that my dad did love me but he was just dealing with a power that was so strong that it was consuming him. This is what happens to children of gamblers and parents who committ suicide. You leave your pain for your children or your family and they then continue the cycle generation of addiction. I do not wish this on anyone. It is a living nightmare. It takes courage and strength to speak up and this young man right here knows he has a problem and wants help. That is the first step to recovery. Proud of you mate
Parents are people too, and it's genetic so you'd be an addict even if it skipped a generation and your pops was a work aholic. Sorry about your papa but don't blame your choices on him and come guilt trip other trying to get help
The gambling addiction is trying to fill a void. Usually not enough excitement in your life and to overcome that boredom you go to extreme measures, in this instance its gambling money with the chance of winning big. Need to keep yourself busy with hobbies and doing exciting things that dont involve drugs, alcohol, or gambling.
Idk man I've been really struggling with it myself but I got tons of things I love like video games and going out with friends and my girlfriend but still it's rough
When I started gambling, I had tons of friends, a woman that was about a million miles out of my league, played 3 different tournament recreational sports on every weekend, had a great job and loved movies, comics, all kinds of hobbies. Now I have none of that. It becomes a mental and physical illness. This comment was absolutely way off base and borderline ignorant but if you haven't wagered a mortgage, or ran from 3 guys in dark hoodies coming to kill you for a debt you just wouldn't understand.
And it's probably one of the easiest to fix also. Can't really compare this to drugs . Gambling dig theirself in a diff hole that is pretty easy to get out of. Drug addicts are accepting with the fact they can be homeless in order to get high. gamblers are not, where they still yearn to have a normal life while dealing with the constant troubles to not be homeless where they feel trap.. good he is getting help tho
@@adinm1994 you should never be in that position to say that. Even doctors consider that a drug like cokaine or alcohol, and its never easy to get out of that. You should inform yourself before talking because many people had losted all their possesions (home inclusive) to support their game addiction
@@Diogo7Ribeiro_ i lost everything it all fell apart in 2014 the last thing that I almost lost was my dignity. Over $1 million went homeless with my family and small children and lost an 11 year career that I should’ve expanded with. It was eye-opening for me.
Allowing legal sports betting on anyone’s phone anytime was 1 of the worst things we’ve allowed into society. It’s only going to get a lot worse as people see gambling as a way to get some margain on their bills. Only it doesn’t happen so they gamble to get out of debt then gamble to get out of the enormous hole they’ve dug.
I've been gambling here and there since I was a teenager. I hit a really bad spot with online poker/ casino's from like 2010-2015. I was so drawn in and couldn't imagine a life without it. Living with my mom, never helping out financially because I was always broke, never even helping around the house because I was too busy gambling. A lot of different things happened in my life and I slowly got away from it. Put my head down and started working more. Got myself an apt and was living paycheck to paycheck. Was the best thing for me. When I realized the difference in 50-100 bucks is the electric bill getting paid, or a grocery shopping trip to have some food in the house, or even the occasional 6 pack to sit back and enjoy the journey.... I can never go back. A $50 deposit becomes another $50. Then $100 to recoup that loss. And then... You know the rest. Anyway my point is down here in Florida they opened up the sports book apps through Hard Rock casino recently. We didn't have Draft Kings or the rest available through the state. It's been a little less than a year but all my colleagues and friends go crazy about this thing like kids in a candy store. I worry about them. I never had interest with what Ive went through in my life, and I'm very grateful for that. However I hate the massive advertisements and pumping the product from the TV/ RUclips masses. "It's so easy to win!!!" I went out of my way to make my poor choices. This is being offered to kid/ young adults like fn cereal!
Ruined me years ago aswell lost my business 250k and ended up with 0 not a penny left from everything that I worked years to get gone in 2 years and in the gutter depressed and suicidal not worth it the house will always win. Went to GA and with a lot of will power I stopped been 5 years now and never looked back.
What he needs is a 12 step program and a sponsor and daily outreach calls. He is isolated and cannot do this alone. Addicition and isolation go hand in hand. Dr. John is right. It's the only way through.
He’s doing great so far because he can admit to having the problem … addiction is mostly habit , develop NEW HABITS and get yourself a day at a time , I deal with alcoholism which is legal and everywhere … what works for me is getting through each day without a drink , after about 9months - 1year I was able to feel other happiness and freedom without alcohol , for this guy maybe he needs to find a new thrill , something to keep him mentally occupied / distracted … getting bored will always drive a person back to their vice , God Bless him I hope he gets through it ❤🙏🏽
Shows you how much money loving greedy low scumbags they are,they put them ads in downloads on people you lost their child to suicide to this disease....How do they sleep, greedy fat scumbag bastard's
I've watched this video 3 times now. The first time when I decided I was going to fight back. The second time 30 days later, it helped me open up to my family. The third time today, 60 days after the second time. Marathon not a sprint...
just stumbled across your Channel, and the first thing that caught my Attention was when you Declared, Your Value about SELF TALK, Very VEry Powerful. I call it MMPC. Mind Mouth Power Congruency. I gambled for over 30 years. My MMPC was working overtime in REVERSE. I finally Cracked on Code into Recovery. To work on MMPC Forward. Thanks for sharing Dr.
keep the faith Kevin. i know of a alcoholic friend who was told she would need meetings til the end of her life in order to maintain sobriety. however my friend got sober in AA and did the 90 in 90 (90 meetings in the first 90 days) they recommend and has been sober for many years. she will go years between meetings and still maintains sobriety (happily). So please dont get discouraged with the thought that your future includes daily meetings forever. she does avoid environments where alcohol is the focus and she doesnt keep booze in her home. she goes to meetings if and when life gets rough - just preventatively. so easy does it! you have happiness, peace and joy in your future. God Bless You!
It’s true when they say “ you can’t do it alone “ I’ve tried for years. It’s only when I told my brother the truth about my addiction and received help that really helped. Almost one year clean and I don’t even think about gambling anymore. Good luck to everyone out there struggling with addiction
Hi Luis! I'm curious what help you received. I have a loved one in this situation and they don't want to do meetings, don't know about therapy yet but maybe. But is there anything else you appreciated your brother doing for you? I'm trying not to feel helpless and want support
Hope this young man is doing well today. I had a pornography problem for several years, and I can relate to everything said here. Accessible from the phone, no problem. Of course it’s monetarily free, but spiritually costly.
My dad once made a sports bet with his friend & when his team lost he looked more devastated than I’ve ever seen him in my life. I asked him how much he bet and he said “$0….but I bet my honor” 😆 I didn’t even know what that was supposed to mean & was slightly concerned, but now hearing this guy’s situation it’s more of a relief than anything. Once you get sucked into a gambling cycle I can only imagine 😪Wishing this man the best
With any addictions it’s a battle for the rest of your life. Most days are good. But you also have your bad days. You just got to stay busy n find your true passion.
If you're a problem gambler don't try to run away from it, run towards something better. Pick another activity, business venture or mission and channel that energy into it that gives you a feeling of accomplishment. Learn to delay gratification and keep your focus on the process of the goal. Pick something you enjoy that is constructive or at least not destructive. Focus on doing that new passion every day, set daily or weekly milestones and check off each one you complete. Now you're winning at life!
It gets easier!! There is a freedom you will feel but you need to give it time. Find something g to replace it with. Something healthy. Big hugs s. I promise to god you won’t feel this way forever. Trust me. ❤
I've been living in my car 2 years. I'm a get paid blow it in a day gambler. My one biggest problem is I have no friends and feel if I had more money I would have a better life. It's costed me about 1 1/2 years pay in 2 years.
I totally feel this guy, I haven't been a traditional gambler, but with playing video games all my life it's a constant struggle to find the healthy balance between gaming and life. Especially with how accessible it is
@@veracityhunter7777For me the appeal is to win with my friends. If I didn't have a big circle of friends that play the same games, I wouldn't have been on Xbox for a while now. I love winning and sports so competitive gaming online has been my thing. It's a habit and a drive. It's not necessarily an "escape" as in when I have problems I game to avoid em, it's more or less unproductive. I still work and am doing relatively well financially, considering I also had a really troubling childhood but I digress. Playing games for hours since I was 5 and now 25 doesn't help with brain development. My mom is like alot of parents that just plopped their kids in front of a TV to keep em controlled I'm trying to take that competitive drive of gaming, into work and business. Make time more worthy. So far it seems to be working, im turning into a workaholic but I love it and would rather work all day than game or party
@@deecee2174 it sounds like you are actually doing a great job. You have a good head on your shoulders. Find the balance. Video games aren’t bad at all. They’re awesome! Moderation. Good work
Two FACTS. No one crys when they are winning. 2. the amount of people who are consistent long term winners betting on sports is No higher than 1/2 of 1% of the bettors.
Not much of a gambler these days, but man, these callers and this chat was what I needed to hear regarding other life-long addictions I struggle with. Good stuff.
Every gambling addict needs to watch this video. I’ve never been a gambling addiction myself, but I know people who have been addicted and, had to ban themselves from casinos. So I’ve seen it first hand. This was an excellent video!
Thank you God that this young man called in and the other guy who was on the line ❤ We can't do this alone! Healing is hard work~ And yes, I've never met anyone who could shame themselves into changing. So so so true!
Really touched me , I am not addicted to gamble, but I am sober from pills over 10 years. Things will get better brother. It is true you are always one day away but it really does dial down. I don’t think about using nowadays but I don’t forget how far I have come. It does dial down. Don’t give up. It will get better.
When you're in the depths of addiction. You have to allow thinking about the future to fade, because you're thinking through the lense of an active addict. It's just not truth. So you just do what you can now and be open to finding out what the future holds.
I just lost $1200 because the clippers lost last night. I have only used DK for a week and it’s the only thing I think about. I am really only 300 down from MY money but yeah this stinks. Only thing I’m trusting in is Jesus and his grace.
@@fcdavidg4751 I swear I had clippers too idk how they gave up that 3 send it to OT was up like 11 with 3 min left in game!! Then was up 6 in the 2nd OT only to lose last leg I hate it!!!!!
@@CaliKidd1001 Hopefully you didn't lose much. I literally lost my entire balance on there because I do all ins on bets that should be easy wins. My payout for their win would have been 90 bucks because it was at -2000 when I clicked bet with like 5:24 on the game clock. I have had really bad luck now trying to win back my 350 I put into the site. Went all in today with Barcelona and they lost, luckily at halftime I decided to bail on the bet but had won back 175 until I relinquished that bet now I am back to 50. Only good thing is college baseball because big schools are playing small cupcake teams so that has been and probably is the only thing I am gonna keep betting on. Screw college and NBA basketball, soccer and hockey those have hurt me here and there or produce tons of stress
this is why I went from buying bets to buying beers and pizza rolls when I watch a game. scary to literally have your income hanging on a sports event. I did it twice, lost money both times. so tempting to do it again to make what I lost back but said FK this and accepted I lost money.
I love this guys honesty...i don't have a problem with gambling but i used to smoke and it was the hardest thing ever to quit... so i have a little advice....i know it is a different addiction but i hope this helps: You have to want to quit...that is first... Also i changed my environment....i got away from other smokers...and out of places smokers went.... Also i joined a gym and started eating healthy...again changing my environment.... I also replaced the habit of smoking...with sucking on straws and drinking more coffee....especially at the the gym... The more i went to the gym the more i could stay away from smoking....and i met other other relationships that were bettter and more positive and were not smokers... Change your thoughts and you will change your life... I hope this helps a little...i know my addiction was different but i hope it is relatable....God bless everyone....
I had an addiction to dice and kicked it all. You gotta focus on the ammount of time your wasting rather then the money. Atleast you relized at 23 so no matter how much you're down it aint much in the grand scheme of things. You gotta quit cold turkey it's not like cigs or heroin you can't wind off it. Over time you wont think about gambling much at all. I get the od itch sometimes and sometimes i waste 20 bucks here or there but i rarly gamble at all since i kicked the dice. I almost get angry at it
I quit gambling all by myself. My biggest bet was €1000, which I lost, won €13,000 on 6 hours. Lost quite alot of it of course but I stopped doing it. I was placing €50/200 bets daily. I still have apps n access but I just haven't the urge anymore. It's like I've burnt myself out from it all. Anyway ive no desire to really bet anymore, 3 years now... I find myself enjoying watching sport more naturally rather than waiting on one corner or a goal🙄 was fun while it lasted but over with now.
I would like to contact this kid. I’m a poker player who’s lost 600K lifetime betting NFL football. I feel him 100%. Just got back from Vegas and lost every dollar I had.
I always tell my friends if you’re going to gamble go for poker and NEVER bet on sports. Those NFL/NBA games are too rigged with how big sports betting has become I’m positive the casinos and Fanduel/Draftkings are putting millions into these players pockets to take dives for parlay-breaking purposes. Too many billionaires in this country for someone not to have that monopoly on lock. At least with poker you are a bit more in control your destiny.
@@cabalogia couldn’t agree more. Poker you play against other players. Blackjack roullette you play agaisnt the house. 99% of sports bettors lose long term. Takes so much discipline, not tilting, & can’t beat a rigged game…
Hope your ok and doing better! When you loose everything you feel angry and hopeless! You start hating yourself because you feel stupid because you let this addiction control you! It’s hard and I am struggling with it. Been gambling for about 30 years and I finally want to stop for real!
@@poncianosandoval thanks man. I still relapse from time to time but I’m not as bad as I used to be. Hoping they don’t legalize sports betting here in Florida. It’s ruining a ton of young men’s lives. It’s so addicting.
Hi Brandon I'm a compulsive gambling my last was Feb 9 2024 I learning to take it one day at a time. I self banned my self for prizes pick I do have a support from friends and family. I lost my best friend which was my fiance i lost so much money. I just lost myself but now that I have come clean with everyone it does help. It's a must for me I have no choice
Parlays bonuses etc from what I hear people talk about are what absolutely decimate people. Big gambler said those things are where the platforms make the vast majority of their money.
I was heading down the same road I’m not in debt but sports betting was taking over my life, but after the superbowl and the last few weeks I’ve cared less and less about it, i started playing Madden online against other people and it’s sparked a whole new joy that’s not messing with my pockets, now I still throw a few bets in here and there but it’s not my first and last thought anymore, I’m starting to see the house never loses and am less eager to play every game especially in the NBA
I had a very bad gambling addiction from 2011-2015. My addiction was going to casinos. What helped me to stop was reading up on the Buddhist philosophy of gambling. They say that even when we win, it doesn't give us a good feeling deep down. We are aware on some level that it's a kind of theft. Everyone wants to win. Only a few do, so we are taking money from the others. It feels very grubby. Even if I were an "advantage player," I don't want to get my money that way. Don't ponder too much about what that guy said at your GA meeting about always being one day away from gambling. I had a guy at my GA meeting who had been clean for decades say that he could live inside of a casino and he still wouldn't feel the urge to gamble. He was that over it.
I’m 23 with a newborn and have been gambling for 2-3 years. I’m down about 5k and I’m in a bottomless pit spiraling downwards. I also don’t know anymore
I’ve been off drugs for 7 years. It gets massively easier. You live a life that is totally different. You see yourself as different. But you got to help others and let them help you. Be in the middle of the work and the community.
well I'm over a decade clean of using coke and I still think my struggle to get clean can't compare to someone with a gambling addiction. withdrawals from heavy drugs are indeed horrifying and if you live through them, it makes you never want to do it again. I sat in rooms with gambling addicts though and their withdrawls are 24/7 because they want to earn back what they lost. it never goes away for most.
As a recovering opiate addict I felt the same way. You feel like nothing brings you joy and happiness anymore. But everything gets better with time. It took me over a year to feel normal again.
Just find ways to stay busy bro. I know a lot of people who bet sports. Have to change your number and completely change your surroundings. I had to do that. No longer want to be around that kind of energy
Yep.. we have legalized sports gambling in Ohio since January 2023 It’s ruined me in nine months. I’m angry at myself because I’m so stupid, my bets are moronic.. dumbest person
People ruin there own lives don’t bring it on fanduel and draftkings😂 I gamble to hit a long shot and maybe buy something nice. Don’t use it as a tool to pay bills. Gambling actually made it fun to watch sports now.
im 39 years of age with no savings because of sportsbetting mostly I bet on greyhound races and horses also I bet on sports as well and esports its so depressing payday is due soon but I have so many debts that im paying off so it really doesn’t matter I am self excluding but I still find ways around it the addiction is a sad place to be in your always borrowing money this is the worst I have been I used to have plenty of savings but now im almost going into bankruptcy enough is enough.
I see so many people sucked into this sort of gambling. No one is ahead in sports gambling they turn off your account if you start winning or limit your bets. It’s a losing game.
I remember when I was a homeless man in New York a year ago, all thanks to sport betting. Seeing this brought tears to my eyes as how much better my life is now. Never give up in life. No condition is permanent
Iam from India .i have been a very bright students. All my academic results from basic like 5-6 years old to higher education +12 ( 20 years ) is above 95 percentage .my sports betting addiction just ruined my life .i have been in debt for 3 years and i lost everything in life , education ,friends .the most saddiest thing i disappointed my parents especially my dad .i never smoke ,never alcohol and any drugs ,girls .just clean like kid in my entire teenage. just sports betting ruined .
I can feel you bro. Your story relates to me as well. Even I don't have any bad habits except sports gambling. Good in academics and earning more than 1lakh per month. Still I am chasing the lost money on gambling. I am not a guy who loves to spend money for parties or buying something etc.whatever money comes from my salary I used to spend on gambling. Praying for God to get back my life 3 years back. Currently i don't have any satisfaction on my work,life and no interest to meet people, enjoy weekends nothing. I am useless guy who used to think how to earn lost money. Gambling is such a dangerous game, can change any people. I used to pray daily to God, need to die during my sleep itself without pain. I don't want this life .
I'm in the UK and love the sports betting but I am addicted, I don't bet much but I always like to have a live bet to follow. It's kind of ruined my love for sports and because I don't bet big I tell myself it's ok but I don't feel like I have control of my life anymore and that's what tells me I'm addicted
I just lost $1200 because the clippers lost last night. I have only used DK for a week and it’s the only thing I think about. I am really only 300 down from MY money but yeah this stinks. Only thing I’m trusting in is Jesus and his grace.
My brother started to struggle with gambling addiction and this helps me understand gambling mindest a bit, but the problem is that he isn't as self aware as Kevin so he won't go to therapy and won't belive that that is type of sickness.....rn he isn't gambling but only bc he doesn't have access to money, but i think that he would go and spend money on roulette as fast as he could get more money
I think I love gambling, until I lose 😬 … When I lose, I lose a lot usually. When I win, I win a little. Every time, I think I’ve ‘figured it out’ I realize how much I haven’t. I really should just give it up
Gambling for me is an excitement and I feeling iv never felt in life main reason because of loneliness knowing that if something were to happen in my life I'd have no one so I do this to numb my feelings
It definitely gets greater later but with gambling it's a lil different. Still one day at a time & maybe try to find some other healthy habits. Ex gym walking reading 🙏🏾
The gambling addiction is very unique. Theres levels of dispair. I have a freind who turns into a monster when he loses. If he has 48hours to cool down but for those 48hours after losing a bet, he turns into a monster. When i say monster, i hope you understand the depths of the word.
This was me at 26 years old … took meeting my now wife who caught me doing it ..giving me the ultimatum of losing her vs gambling again - I was always lying about it - to this day I think about wanting to still 15 years later and I still want to do it all the time knowing it’s a never ending road .. whats helped me long term was opening my own business and that took all my focus and attention - without her and “my own” business I’d probably be dead … good luck Kevin - you’re certainly not alone ..
I feel this so much right now. I am completely alone and deep into my gambling addiction. I have 1.5 years clean from alcohol but still gamble and bet sports every day. It doesn’t feel right! I can’t not look at scores and lines every day. The first thing I do in the morning is watch sports predictions for the day. I am LOST!! 😢
You not alone bro. Just a week ago I had $4000 which I understand is nothing to most, but it was way more than I had in years because I was finally able to control my impulses. Then I made one stupid bet and started to chase. I felt like it wasn’t enough… and I can never stop thinking about how much I would’ve had if I never started years ago. Idk why I compare myself to others when we only competing against ourselves from yesterday. Now a week later I have $100 in my account my credit card over the limit and can’t pay my car payment. It hurts so much I kinda wish I could fade from existence and just have everyone who’s ever known me memory wiped of me. I feel so foolish and undeserving of anything in life. But we’re still here so let’s try to turn it around. I’m about to start working 7 days a week two jobs which I obviously don’t want to but hopefully it will get me out this hole
The same her man. Also the stress it gives when you lose. I've lose close to 1K I think. But we need to stop. I hope we can stop. There's no winning in gambling. We must accept that we can no longer recover what we lose. If we keep on holding that idea, we will just increase our lose instead of gaining our lose. Let us stop.
so easy to fall into this rabbit hole, especially with how normalized it is to play f2p games. I nearly fell down it after dumping over a thousand dollars on one. I looked at it and was WTF HAVE I DONE. deleted the game, never went back to anything that has gambling related in general.
This young man is a rockstar. At 23 he picked up the phone and asked for help. He is courageous and brave and has a bright future ahead.
I hope so too took me from 21 to 39 18 years b4 I banned myself from everything
@@jeffyeager4045 We're only getting better 😊
@@rickyl9322 yup I get the urge all the time and watch yt vids but nope my money stays in my pocket
@@jeffyeager4045 stay strong it's been haunting me for 15 years... I hope I can stop ✋️
It doesn’t stop in your twenties for most you want help but i started at 14 in middle school gambling on sports im 35 and have nothing bc of it ive gotten help been to therapists and I can’t stop
The fact that there's a Draft Kings ad at the bottom while I watch this video sums up the struggle
Amen! It’s everywhere.
@@btuttle4391
Report the ad. Clearly targeting victims.
Everyone who I warned not to do it never listened to me
I hate it when they show odds DURING THE GAME/FIGHT can’t even enjoy the event anymore
Lock in
Feel this guys pain. I destroyed my life gambling. It’s one of the worst addictions. And it’s disturbing how available and mainstream it’s become
i hear im struggling at the min
As long as you gamble what you’re willing to lose, it’s fine
@@abe10alphabut that's how it starts
@@abe10alphasome people think about all the money they would make which makes them not wanna stop no matter what
@@abe10alphayea but then u get addicted and start chasing losses they always get ya
I ruined my life from gambling. 100k in the hole and just trying to get myself out of it. 7 days sober.
May God bless you and your family my brother 🙏
I’m 4 weeks late, but I’m rooting for you. 5 weeks sober? You got this!
I wish you all the best
Hope your doing better! I know how you feel, I am in the same hole!
Thanks for all the well wishes gentlemen! Relapsed but back on it.
I am the daughter of a dad who committed suicide because he was addicted to gambling. I was 16 when my dad committed suicide. My dad taught me how to gamble at the age of 13. I can count cards and play every single game. I specialise in roulette which my dad taught me. He was a pro at roulette to the point that he was in jail for 9 months and lost all of our money and when he was in debt he killed himself. It has taken me decades of therapy, drug addiction, alcohol addiction and being in abusive marriage to realise that my dad did love me but he was just dealing with a power that was so strong that it was consuming him. This is what happens to children of gamblers and parents who committ suicide. You leave your pain for your children or your family and they then continue the cycle generation of addiction. I do not wish this on anyone. It is a living nightmare. It takes courage and strength to speak up and this young man right here knows he has a problem and wants help. That is the first step to recovery. Proud of you mate
You can't become a professional on roulette!
@@TheBonusHunterout of that whole story she told
, u just got that u can’t become a professional roulette player…..smh….unbelievable .
Parents are people too, and it's genetic so you'd be an addict even if it skipped a generation and your pops was a work aholic. Sorry about your papa but don't blame your choices on him and come guilt trip other trying to get help
The gambling addiction is trying to fill a void. Usually not enough excitement in your life and to overcome that boredom you go to extreme measures, in this instance its gambling money with the chance of winning big. Need to keep yourself busy with hobbies and doing exciting things that dont involve drugs, alcohol, or gambling.
Hit the nail on the head 👌🏼
Idk man I've been really struggling with it myself but I got tons of things I love like video games and going out with friends and my girlfriend but still it's rough
I’ve been trying to get away from it too for months now I’ve lost so much
When I started gambling, I had tons of friends, a woman that was about a million miles out of my league, played 3 different tournament recreational sports on every weekend, had a great job and loved movies, comics, all kinds of hobbies. Now I have none of that. It becomes a mental and physical illness. This comment was absolutely way off base and borderline ignorant but if you haven't wagered a mortgage, or ran from 3 guys in dark hoodies coming to kill you for a debt you just wouldn't understand.
If this is what you think, then you aren't an addict. It's not about not having hobbies.
Gamblers have the highest suicide rate among all addicts. I hope and pray he finds the help he needs. Good that he is reaching out for help.
Really?! Wow. I wonder why. I'll need to look this up.
I had no idea it was gamblers. This is valuable and equally melancholy information.
And it's probably one of the easiest to fix also. Can't really compare this to drugs . Gambling dig theirself in a diff hole that is pretty easy to get out of. Drug addicts are accepting with the fact they can be homeless in order to get high. gamblers are not, where they still yearn to have a normal life while dealing with the constant troubles to not be homeless where they feel trap.. good he is getting help tho
@@adinm1994 you should never be in that position to say that. Even doctors consider that a drug like cokaine or alcohol, and its never easy to get out of that. You should inform yourself before talking because many people had losted all their possesions (home inclusive) to support their game addiction
@@Diogo7Ribeiro_ i lost everything it all fell apart in 2014 the last thing that I almost lost was my dignity. Over $1 million went homeless with my family and small children and lost an 11 year career that I should’ve expanded with. It was eye-opening for me.
Allowing legal sports betting on anyone’s phone anytime was 1 of the worst things we’ve allowed into society. It’s only going to get a lot worse as people see gambling as a way to get some margain on their bills. Only it doesn’t happen so they gamble to get out of debt then gamble to get out of the enormous hole they’ve dug.
I've been gambling here and there since I was a teenager. I hit a really bad spot with online poker/ casino's from like 2010-2015. I was so drawn in and couldn't imagine a life without it. Living with my mom, never helping out financially because I was always broke, never even helping around the house because I was too busy gambling. A lot of different things happened in my life and I slowly got away from it. Put my head down and started working more. Got myself an apt and was living paycheck to paycheck. Was the best thing for me. When I realized the difference in 50-100 bucks is the electric bill getting paid, or a grocery shopping trip to have some food in the house, or even the occasional 6 pack to sit back and enjoy the journey.... I can never go back. A $50 deposit becomes another $50. Then $100 to recoup that loss. And then... You know the rest. Anyway my point is down here in Florida they opened up the sports book apps through Hard Rock casino recently. We didn't have Draft Kings or the rest available through the state. It's been a little less than a year but all my colleagues and friends go crazy about this thing like kids in a candy store. I worry about them. I never had interest with what Ive went through in my life, and I'm very grateful for that. However I hate the massive advertisements and pumping the product from the TV/ RUclips masses. "It's so easy to win!!!" I went out of my way to make my poor choices. This is being offered to kid/ young adults like fn cereal!
Ruined me years ago aswell lost my business 250k and ended up with 0 not a penny left from everything that I worked years to get gone in 2 years and in the gutter depressed and suicidal not worth it the house will always win. Went to GA and with a lot of will power I stopped been 5 years now and never looked back.
well done man
Well done man
This was he most beautiful, compassionate and heartfilled conversation I've ever heard.
So much Love to All of you!
❤️💗💞❤️💗💞🙏❤️💗💞❤️💕
I’m. Not a super emotional guy, but my heart breaks for Kevin, because you can hear the sincerity in his voice.
What he needs is a 12 step program and a sponsor and daily outreach calls. He is isolated and cannot do this alone. Addicition and isolation go hand in hand. Dr. John is right. It's the only way through.
He literally says he's in GA
I'm impressed with how thorough Dr. John is with some of these calls. I hope the he, and the caller know how much this episode is helping people.
GOD BLESS YOU Dr. D. for pouring into this guy and helping him so much.
He’s doing great so far because he can admit to having the problem … addiction is mostly habit , develop NEW HABITS and get yourself a day at a time , I deal with alcoholism which is legal and everywhere … what works for me is getting through each day without a drink , after about 9months - 1year I was able to feel other happiness and freedom without alcohol , for this guy maybe he needs to find a new thrill , something to keep him mentally occupied / distracted … getting bored will always drive a person back to their vice , God Bless him I hope he gets through it ❤🙏🏽
Love how I get ads for online sports betting websites before this video. His point about it being hard to get away from is so true.
Same
Its evil how they choose to run ads on this video
Same
Shows you how much money loving greedy low scumbags they are,they put them ads in downloads on people you lost their child to suicide to this disease....How do they sleep, greedy fat scumbag bastard's
Me too that was crazy
I think this is the most powerful call I’ve heard on his show
I've watched this video 3 times now. The first time when I decided I was going to fight back. The second time 30 days later, it helped me open up to my family. The third time today, 60 days after the second time. Marathon not a sprint...
im proud of you man
I feel this guy man 🤝 let’s all keep going and never stop trying to improve ❤️
"If you have a good month and fall off the wagon, I'll still be your friend" after hearing how he talks about himself, that assurance made me cry...
just stumbled across your Channel, and the first thing that caught
my Attention was when you Declared, Your Value about SELF TALK,
Very VEry Powerful. I call it MMPC. Mind Mouth Power Congruency.
I gambled for over 30 years. My MMPC was working overtime in REVERSE.
I finally Cracked on Code into Recovery. To work on MMPC Forward. Thanks for sharing Dr.
I respect Dr. John for reading and replying to ppl who send him messages on social media.
keep the faith Kevin. i know of a alcoholic friend who was told she would need meetings til the end of her life in order to maintain sobriety. however my friend got sober in AA and did the 90 in 90 (90 meetings in the first 90 days) they recommend and has been sober for many years. she will go years between meetings and still maintains sobriety (happily). So please dont get discouraged with the thought that your future includes daily meetings forever. she does avoid environments where alcohol is the focus and she doesnt keep booze in her home. she goes to meetings if and when life gets rough - just preventatively. so easy does it! you have happiness, peace and joy in your future. God Bless You!
So impactful. What a great call and great convo.
It’s true when they say “ you can’t do it alone “ I’ve tried for years. It’s only when I told my brother the truth about my addiction and received help that really helped. Almost one year clean and I don’t even think about gambling anymore. Good luck to everyone out there struggling with addiction
Hi Luis! I'm curious what help you received. I have a loved one in this situation and they don't want to do meetings, don't know about therapy yet but maybe. But is there anything else you appreciated your brother doing for you? I'm trying not to feel helpless and want support
You can do it alone tho you have the internet
@@alexandriamichelle2445you cannot help someone who does not want help
Omg I was this kid at 23. Wow. I hope he's doing better.
How did you evolve, i need help
Gambling has ruined my life forever. I feel this guys pain.
I’m 250 k in the hole I have lost everything in my life
@@Mikemathews33 I know the feeling. My life is a dumpster fire.
@@zachduplechin8352 you probably only make $20 bets and have lost 10-20 k. You have no idea what gambling all your hard work away look like
Hope this young man is doing well today. I had a pornography problem for several years, and I can relate to everything said here. Accessible from the phone, no problem. Of course it’s monetarily free, but spiritually costly.
My dad once made a sports bet with his friend & when his team lost he looked more devastated than I’ve ever seen him in my life. I asked him how much he bet and he said “$0….but I bet my honor”
😆 I didn’t even know what that was supposed to mean & was slightly concerned, but now hearing this guy’s situation it’s more of a relief than anything. Once you get sucked into a gambling cycle I can only imagine 😪Wishing this man the best
With any addictions it’s a battle for the rest of your life. Most days are good. But you also have your bad days. You just got to stay busy n find your true passion.
If you're a problem gambler don't try to run away from it, run towards something better. Pick another activity, business venture or mission and channel that energy into it that gives you a feeling of accomplishment. Learn to delay gratification and keep your focus on the process of the goal. Pick something you enjoy that is constructive or at least not destructive. Focus on doing that new passion every day, set daily or weekly milestones and check off each one you complete. Now you're winning at life!
It gets easier!! There is a freedom you will feel but you need to give it time. Find something g to replace it with. Something healthy. Big hugs s. I promise to god you won’t feel this way forever. Trust me. ❤
I’m in the same spot. I felt so much when he was talking about am I just one day away from ruining my life again?
I hope this guy finds help.
I've been living in my car 2 years. I'm a get paid blow it in a day gambler. My one biggest problem is I have no friends and feel if I had more money I would have a better life. It's costed me about 1 1/2 years pay in 2 years.
I totally feel this guy, I haven't been a traditional gambler, but with playing video games all my life it's a constant struggle to find the healthy balance between gaming and life. Especially with how accessible it is
I'm curious, because I have zero understanding. What's the appeal? Is it an escape? Why do you like it so much?
@@veracityhunter7777For me the appeal is to win with my friends. If I didn't have a big circle of friends that play the same games, I wouldn't have been on Xbox for a while now. I love winning and sports so competitive gaming online has been my thing. It's a habit and a drive.
It's not necessarily an "escape" as in when I have problems I game to avoid em, it's more or less unproductive. I still work and am doing relatively well financially, considering I also had a really troubling childhood but I digress.
Playing games for hours since I was 5 and now 25 doesn't help with brain development. My mom is like alot of parents that just plopped their kids in front of a TV to keep em controlled
I'm trying to take that competitive drive of gaming, into work and business. Make time more worthy. So far it seems to be working, im turning into a workaholic but I love it and would rather work all day than game or party
@@deecee2174 Thank you!
@@deecee2174 it sounds like you are actually doing a great job. You have a good head on your shoulders. Find the balance. Video games aren’t bad at all. They’re awesome! Moderation. Good work
@@elliotbauer4567 Thank you! I find that having the discipline to clean and accomplish a task every day helps as well
Two FACTS. No one crys when they are winning. 2. the amount of people who are consistent long term winners betting on sports is No higher than 1/2 of 1% of the bettors.
Not much of a gambler these days, but man, these callers and this chat was what I needed to hear regarding other life-long addictions I struggle with.
Good stuff.
hope you’ve progressed on whatever you’ve may or may be dealing with brotha
Every gambling addict needs to watch this video. I’ve never been a gambling addiction myself, but I know people who have been addicted and, had to ban themselves from casinos. So I’ve seen it first hand. This was an excellent video!
I'm addicted but up over 900K in 11 years of doing it.. Cannot complain....
Its a shame all other addictions are illegal but gambling is advertised EVERYWHERE. embarrassing world we live in
alcohol?
Yep and most others are treated with compassion but when it comes to gambling it’s shamed by everyone.
@@Ash-lf6to honestly I don’t think it’s shamed, I think it’s mostly misunderstood.
Thank you God that this young man called in and the other guy who was on the line ❤ We can't do this alone! Healing is hard work~
And yes, I've never met anyone who could shame themselves into changing. So so so true!
I have never get before. When something you like involves money, it takes the joy out of it
thank you its the only video i have watched from your channel its been so soothing and loved it bless you brother
Really touched me , I am not addicted to gamble, but I am sober from pills over 10 years. Things will get better brother. It is true you are always one day away but it really does dial down. I don’t think about using nowadays but I don’t forget how far I have come. It does dial down. Don’t give up. It will get better.
When you're in the depths of addiction. You have to allow thinking about the future to fade, because you're thinking through the lense of an active addict. It's just not truth. So you just do what you can now and be open to finding out what the future holds.
This sports gambling taking over my life also I’m constantly chasing money and my depression so high I just want my life back!!
I just lost $1200 because the clippers lost last night. I have only used DK for a week and it’s the only thing I think about. I am really only 300 down from MY money but yeah this stinks. Only thing I’m trusting in is Jesus and his grace.
@@fcdavidg4751 I swear I had clippers too idk how they gave up that 3 send it to OT was up like 11 with 3 min left in game!! Then was up 6 in the 2nd OT only to lose last leg I hate it!!!!!
@@CaliKidd1001 Hopefully you didn't lose much. I literally lost my entire balance on there because I do all ins on bets that should be easy wins. My payout for their win would have been 90 bucks because it was at -2000 when I clicked bet with like 5:24 on the game clock. I have had really bad luck now trying to win back my 350 I put into the site. Went all in today with Barcelona and they lost, luckily at halftime I decided to bail on the bet but had won back 175 until I relinquished that bet now I am back to 50. Only good thing is college baseball because big schools are playing small cupcake teams so that has been and probably is the only thing I am gonna keep betting on. Screw college and NBA basketball, soccer and hockey those have hurt me here and there or produce tons of stress
this is why I went from buying bets to buying beers and pizza rolls when I watch a game. scary to literally have your income hanging on a sports event. I did it twice, lost money both times. so tempting to do it again to make what I lost back but said FK this and accepted I lost money.
@@professorpenne9962 UPDATE: just lost a total of 1050 💩
I love this guys honesty...i don't have a problem with gambling but i used to smoke and it was the hardest thing ever to quit... so i have a little advice....i know it is a different addiction but i hope this helps:
You have to want to quit...that is first...
Also i changed my environment....i got away from other smokers...and out of places smokers went....
Also i joined a gym and started eating healthy...again changing my environment....
I also replaced the habit of smoking...with sucking on straws and drinking more coffee....especially at the the gym...
The more i went to the gym the more i could stay away from smoking....and i met other other relationships that were bettter and more positive and were not smokers...
Change your thoughts and you will change your life...
I hope this helps a little...i know my addiction was different but i hope it is relatable....God bless everyone....
Hahaha, RUclips putting draft kings casino ads on this video is a bit dark
I love it ONLY WEAK MIND GO ASS UP
I had an addiction to dice and kicked it all. You gotta focus on the ammount of time your wasting rather then the money. Atleast you relized at 23 so no matter how much you're down it aint much in the grand scheme of things. You gotta quit cold turkey it's not like cigs or heroin you can't wind off it. Over time you wont think about gambling much at all. I get the od itch sometimes and sometimes i waste 20 bucks here or there but i rarly gamble at all since i kicked the dice. I almost get angry at it
God bless you Dr. John!
I quit gambling all by myself. My biggest bet was €1000, which I lost, won €13,000 on 6 hours. Lost quite alot of it of course but I stopped doing it. I was placing €50/200 bets daily. I still have apps n access but I just haven't the urge anymore. It's like I've burnt myself out from it all. Anyway ive no desire to really bet anymore, 3 years now... I find myself enjoying watching sport more naturally rather than waiting on one corner or a goal🙄 was fun while it lasted but over with now.
I cantbeatch sportsbwithout betting still make bets in my mind and try to predict what the line would be
Damn I can hear his pain, gambling really does mess with you I'm dealing with it now 😢
The relief in his voice when you said that he’ll get better
I would like to contact this kid. I’m a poker player who’s lost 600K lifetime betting NFL football. I feel him 100%. Just got back from Vegas and lost every dollar I had.
I always tell my friends if you’re going to gamble go for poker and NEVER bet on sports. Those NFL/NBA games are too rigged with how big sports betting has become I’m positive the casinos and Fanduel/Draftkings are putting millions into these players pockets to take dives for parlay-breaking purposes. Too many billionaires in this country for someone not to have that monopoly on lock. At least with poker you are a bit more in control your destiny.
@@cabalogia couldn’t agree more. Poker you play against other players. Blackjack roullette you play agaisnt the house. 99% of sports bettors lose long term. Takes so much discipline, not tilting, & can’t beat a rigged game…
I am battling the same bro. It's really ruining my life
Hope your ok and doing better!
When you loose everything you feel angry and hopeless! You start hating yourself because you feel stupid because you let this addiction control you! It’s hard and I am struggling with it. Been gambling for about 30 years and I finally want to stop for real!
@@poncianosandoval thanks man. I still relapse from time to time but I’m not as bad as I used to be. Hoping they don’t legalize sports betting here in Florida. It’s ruining a ton of young men’s lives. It’s so addicting.
Great call! I wish him the best. I only do sports betting in Casinos in Las Vegas and I was betting on random games at least 10 times a day
I banned myself off of draftkings and fanduel cause I was doing the same. At one point I was parlaying japense tennis games. Unbelieveable
This is a sickness and hard to overcome. Good luck to all dealing with this
It takes guts, maturity and self awareness to be this open about your addiction at only 23 years old. Very inspiring.
Dr. Delony you’re a gift from god to the world ❤
Hi Brandon I'm a compulsive gambling my last was Feb 9 2024 I learning to take it one day at a time. I self banned my self for prizes pick I do have a support from friends and family. I lost my best friend which was my fiance i lost so much money. I just lost myself but now that I have come clean with everyone it does help. It's a must for me I have no choice
Parlays bonuses etc from what I hear people talk about are what absolutely decimate people. Big gambler said those things are where the platforms make the vast majority of their money.
I bet he is gonna get through this. He's got the motivation and great advice now. What are the odds?
I just wanna hug this guy so bad, I can feel his pain, I wish him Well 🥺
I liked that he cut him off from being down about his situation immediately, like lets end that, lets focus on today and the future today's day 1.
Man this show is just refreshing. Keep doing gods work kings ❤
The ad before this video and at the end was for FanDuel…
I was heading down the same road I’m not in debt but sports betting was taking over my life, but after the superbowl and the last few weeks I’ve cared less and less about it, i started playing Madden online against other people and it’s sparked a whole new joy that’s not messing with my pockets, now I still throw a few bets in here and there but it’s not my first and last thought anymore, I’m starting to see the house never loses and am less eager to play every game especially in the NBA
I had a very bad gambling addiction from 2011-2015. My addiction was going to casinos. What helped me to stop was reading up on the Buddhist philosophy of gambling. They say that even when we win, it doesn't give us a good feeling deep down. We are aware on some level that it's a kind of theft. Everyone wants to win. Only a few do, so we are taking money from the others. It feels very grubby. Even if I were an "advantage player," I don't want to get my money that way.
Don't ponder too much about what that guy said at your GA meeting about always being one day away from gambling. I had a guy at my GA meeting who had been clean for decades say that he could live inside of a casino and he still wouldn't feel the urge to gamble. He was that over it.
I’m 23 with a newborn and have been gambling for 2-3 years. I’m down about 5k and I’m in a bottomless pit spiraling downwards. I also don’t know anymore
My daughter is the only thing keeping me going
Let me tell you it only gets worse. 26 and have lost well over $50,000 and that’s with hitting massive wins sometimes.
Please quit. It ruins lives.
@@BeastBetsDaily hang in there, brother. get the help you need to quit for you and your family. I'm in the same situation as you currently.
@@chasepadgett4221 💯💯
@@chasepadgett4221 how do you quit bro. I need help bad , I’m down 25k man. This is unreal
Meditatioón can make that pain be tolerable..see what nutrición therapy can do for you.see a documento about exercise and adiction
I’ve been off drugs for 7 years. It gets massively easier. You live a life that is totally different. You see yourself as different. But you got to help others and let them help you. Be in the middle of the work and the community.
The difference between drugs and gambling is it’s hard to get pills there’s a casino and apps just always waiting for you
well I'm over a decade clean of using coke and I still think my struggle to get clean can't compare to someone with a gambling addiction. withdrawals from heavy drugs are indeed horrifying and if you live through them, it makes you never want to do it again. I sat in rooms with gambling addicts though and their withdrawls are 24/7 because they want to earn back what they lost. it never goes away for most.
As a recovering opiate addict I felt the same way. You feel like nothing brings you joy and happiness anymore. But everything gets better with time. It took me over a year to feel normal again.
You should do more of these. A lot of people struggling in the comments including me.
Prayer is the most powerful way out of any addiction if combined with professional therapy works even better but prayer is the key🙏🏻
I beat a poker addiction by myself it was rough but I managed it. Good luck
Just find ways to stay busy bro. I know a lot of people who bet sports. Have to change your number and completely change your surroundings. I had to do that. No longer want to be around that kind of energy
This NFL season has been horrible. They advertise FanDuel and draftkings so much and it’s ruining a lot of young peoples lives
Yep.. we have legalized
sports gambling in Ohio
since January 2023
It’s ruined me in nine
months. I’m angry at
myself because I’m
so stupid, my bets
are moronic.. dumbest
person
@@davidjones7493Not at all. You are not dumb. Almost everyone loses.
@@nfloz11 My friend
made thousands..
he said Draft Kings
is the best
People ruin there own lives don’t bring it on fanduel and draftkings😂 I gamble to hit a long shot and maybe buy something nice. Don’t use it as a tool to pay bills. Gambling actually made it fun to watch sports now.
im 39 years of age with no savings because of sportsbetting mostly I bet on greyhound races and horses also I bet on sports as well and esports its
so depressing payday is due soon but I have so many debts that im paying off so it really doesn’t matter I am self excluding but I still find ways around it
the addiction is a sad place to be in your always borrowing money this is the worst I have been I used to have plenty of savings but now im almost going into bankruptcy enough is enough.
I feel your pain... never ever stops.. the urge, don't give up
I think this guy called Dave and Rachel before. I hope he is able to make it and have a good life. He is still very young.
sounds VERY familiar....i think he posted in the facebook group TWICE. poor guy is really going thru it.
I see so many people sucked into this sort of gambling. No one is ahead in sports gambling they turn off your account if you start winning or limit your bets. It’s a losing game.
You can’t stop the addiction, just can’t lie to yourself. There is no hope and when you believe that truly you can live. Hard words
Wow. This call was powerful. I enjoy gambling but I agree the accessibility to place a wager is not good for society.
I need to talk to Kevin. I feel his pain. His story is so similar to mine.
I remember when I was a homeless man in New York a year ago, all thanks to sport betting. Seeing this brought tears to my eyes as how much better my life is now. Never give up in life. No condition is permanent
@titorey7852 I'm happy you doing better God bless
Iam from India .i have been a very bright students. All my academic results from basic like 5-6 years old to higher education +12 ( 20 years ) is above 95 percentage .my sports betting addiction just ruined my life .i have been in debt for 3 years and i lost everything in life , education ,friends .the most saddiest thing i disappointed my parents especially my dad .i never smoke ,never alcohol and any drugs ,girls .just clean like kid in my entire teenage. just sports betting ruined .
It's not abad thing like we know this reality is all about money but we thought betting is the easily way of geting it but nah
I can feel you bro. Your story relates to me as well. Even I don't have any bad habits except sports gambling. Good in academics and earning more than 1lakh per month. Still I am chasing the lost money on gambling. I am not a guy who loves to spend money for parties or buying something etc.whatever money comes from my salary I used to spend on gambling. Praying for God to get back my life 3 years back. Currently i don't have any satisfaction on my work,life and no interest to meet people, enjoy weekends nothing. I am useless guy who used to think how to earn lost money. Gambling is such a dangerous game, can change any people. I used to pray daily to God, need to die during my sleep itself without pain. I don't want this life .
@@kishorereddy9453 You are having good salary just delete the past and move on.... Just block all sites and do meditation and mindfulness
I'm in the UK and love the sports betting but I am addicted, I don't bet much but I always like to have a live bet to follow. It's kind of ruined my love for sports and because I don't bet big I tell myself it's ok but I don't feel like I have control of my life anymore and that's what tells me I'm addicted
I just lost $1200 because the clippers lost last night. I have only used DK for a week and it’s the only thing I think about. I am really only 300 down from MY money but yeah this stinks. Only thing I’m trusting in is Jesus and his grace.
buddy $300 down is a blessing. Stop now. it will be the best $300 you ever lost if you do@@fcdavidg4751
My brother started to struggle with gambling addiction and this helps me understand gambling mindest a bit, but the problem is that he isn't as self aware as Kevin so he won't go to therapy and won't belive that that is type of sickness.....rn he isn't gambling but only bc he doesn't have access to money, but i think that he would go and spend money on roulette as fast as he could get more money
I think I love gambling, until I lose 😬 … When I lose, I lose a lot usually. When I win, I win a little. Every time, I think I’ve ‘figured it out’ I realize how much I haven’t. I really should just give it up
Gambling for me is an excitement and I feeling iv never felt in life main reason because of loneliness knowing that if something were to happen in my life I'd have no one so I do this to numb my feelings
If you're lonely through social anxiety or other problems there are internet forums that will help you more than gambling will.
This is so good 22:00 ❤
I feel you homie ... All over the world this sicknes has ruin lives...
Just coming across this now. And it’s something I needed to hear. idk what the answer or solution is for me right now but , definitely need help.
It definitely gets greater later but with gambling it's a lil different. Still one day at a time & maybe try to find some other healthy habits. Ex gym walking reading 🙏🏾
The gambling addiction is very unique. Theres levels of dispair. I have a freind who turns into a monster when he loses. If he has 48hours to cool down but for those 48hours after losing a bet, he turns into a monster. When i say monster, i hope you understand the depths of the word.
awakenbeerus win every game
Kevin is a fucking boss. I hope you've gotten control of this. I hope you have found true joy in your life.
This was me at 26 years old … took meeting my now wife who caught me doing it ..giving me the ultimatum of losing her vs gambling again - I was always lying about it - to this day I think about wanting to still 15 years later and I still want to do it all the time knowing it’s a never ending road .. whats helped me long term was opening my own business and that took all my focus and attention - without her and “my own” business I’d probably be dead … good luck Kevin - you’re certainly not alone ..
I had one several years ago & I kicked it on my own, cold turkey. Then I lost someone & boom it came back worst than ever.
Its so crazy how you cannot talk about this. But then again they can tritely remind you addiction is a danger.
So vote no on Prop 27? I live in San Jose California
I feel this so much right now. I am completely alone and deep into my gambling addiction. I have 1.5 years clean from alcohol but still gamble and bet sports every day. It doesn’t feel right! I can’t not look at scores and lines every day. The first thing I do in the morning is watch sports predictions for the day. I am LOST!! 😢
Same here.. 17k down
You not alone bro. Just a week ago I had $4000 which I understand is nothing to most, but it was way more than I had in years because I was finally able to control my impulses. Then I made one stupid bet and started to chase. I felt like it wasn’t enough… and I can never stop thinking about how much I would’ve had if I never started years ago. Idk why I compare myself to others when we only competing against ourselves from yesterday. Now a week later I have $100 in my account my credit card over the limit and can’t pay my car payment. It hurts so much I kinda wish I could fade from existence and just have everyone who’s ever known me memory wiped of me. I feel so foolish and undeserving of anything in life. But we’re still here so let’s try to turn it around. I’m about to start working 7 days a week two jobs which I obviously don’t want to but hopefully it will get me out this hole
The same her man. Also the stress it gives when you lose. I've lose close to 1K I think. But we need to stop. I hope we can stop. There's no winning in gambling. We must accept that we can no longer recover what we lose. If we keep on holding that idea, we will just increase our lose instead of gaining our lose. Let us stop.
I’m completely done. I just lost everything I had. Feeling like it’s the end of the world but trying to see the light at the end of the tunnel.
@@jamescompany7983 1k is nothing
so easy to fall into this rabbit hole, especially with how normalized it is to play f2p games. I nearly fell down it after dumping over a thousand dollars on one. I looked at it and was WTF HAVE I DONE. deleted the game, never went back to anything that has gambling related in general.
that’s videogames😂😂😂 u dumb
I want to give him a hug too ❤️
Got tried of being broke.