I’m pretty sure I lost my girlfriend to a gambling addiction. We’re both into sports and got caught up in the betting apps. I’ve always been hesitant to gamble for various reasons but my now ex girlfriend would bet a very high volume. She went down big and wouldn’t give me a straight answer about her losses. Now our relationship of a few years is over. FanDuel, MGM, Caesar’s, etc are pariahs on society.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

…maybe don’t gamble then. Take responsibility. Don’t blame Fanduel.

like

Reality is what it is

like

So you broke up with her due to lack of honesty?

like

I’ve lost some money and gained some. Actually, there is a way to beat the system using math but it takes the fun away. Instead of using your intuition you use formulas and end up placing really obscure prop bets (actions inside of the game, like three pointers made or shots on goal.)

Does she actually owe you a straight answer? I mean unless you are married and or have co-mingled accounts, it’s not really any of your business where and how she spends her money. Just like you don’t owe her.

I like to think people should be transparent in relationships especially with potential vices and addictions.

like

I saw a bunch on a friends phone and he said he had to use so many bc he owed some money or something.

Run. And advise she get help

As someone that has worked for MGM Resorts International and Penn Entertainment, Inc. in their accounting departments in Las Vegas, please take solace in the fact that you are not enabling her gambling addiction like many significant others would otherwise do.

In fact, one of my coworkers at Penn once confided in me that she once became almost homeless due to her own gambling addiction (yes, I silently noted the irony of her telling me that information as we worked on accounting projects together for a gaming company with 43 casinos in 20 states).

One last thing, this may be too heavy/dark to think about, but many suicides in Las Vegas where I’ve lived for most of my life are due to gambling addicts eventually losing their life savings…The media just doesn’t mention those countless suicides because they do not want to ruffle any feathers by highlighting something on the news that could negatively affect one of the most significant resources to keep the economy of Las Vegas strong: tourism.

Just my two cents…

Related Posts

Anyone with anxious attachment tendencies? Going through a breakup and I keep thinking about how I pushed him away and then am down on myself, replaying memories in my mind. At the end of the day, I think we were a bad match from the beginning and misaligned, but so hard not to beat myself over my anxious attachment during my relationship

like

My mom and dad are separating (bad terms) and not speaking, but my mom asks me about him everyday. She knows I don’t want to talk to him or about him, but continues to bring it up everyday.. I’ve resorted to silence or not responding because I always end up being the bad guy when I get annoyed or don’t want to discuss it. Am I wrong here?

like

I just had to send my husband away in an ambulance. I’m not allowed to go with him or even go to the hospital. I don’t know what to do. I can’t even be there for my husband.

like

What is something you found about yourself after moving away from family that you would have never imagined? For example the food you like that you never imagined before or sports or the kind of person you date?

Women- if your husband says he fantizes about xyz actresses and models- how would you feel?

likefunny

Ghosted once more after what I thought was a great first date. Guess I’ll give up on love forever.

likefunny

The biggest thing I keep running and running around my head- after 8 months, why did he drop me? When he texted ending it l….it wasn’t me, like we weren’t us, his words were from someone else, like I didn’t matter. It doesn’t matter how much it wasn’t about me, how he chose to end it, and that’s what crushed me. Who I thought I knew was wrong. I want to know how close he was to loving me.

like

TFW speaking with high school friends: misunderstood as shit

like

28,F divorced no child and no life , my marriage is nothing but a whole cheat drama, now parents are asking to marry anyone who can 'accept ' me but I never did anything wrong other than being innocent and naive and good to bad people, really wanted to live my life, somebody hold my hand when in distress and i ended up somebody who just need my money and body nothing else, just feel like committing suicide, never been a loser at any point of life , Life is bloody damn unfair

like

I have pretty strong social phobia and am worried about making friends. I'm going to be working for an engineering company so I imagine I don't have to be really up on the latest trends or anything but how can I talk to people without making it sound unnatural?

like

Dating my bf for about 6 months and he’s best friends with his mom and tells her everything. He even told his mom about the one time I tried a drug, before I met him. I thought I told him in confidence and now I found out he told her. How would you feel?

like

wish i had friends 😭

Post Photo
like

I've got some friends who work remote jobs, and every day I grow more jealous of them during my one-hour commute.

like

Anybody taught “A Long Walk to Water” for 6th grade? We just adopted it and I need some suggestions to get my kids to understand the whole new culture it introduces to them.

like

Anyone else juggling having kids at home during the winter break and trying to work from home around your SO (who is also working from home). The holidays are always SO hectic at my place and I'm feeling like a failure, my mother was a perfect housewife and I'm far from it lol. Other parents struggling with this?

like

As a father of two girls, I'd just love to hear from women in the group about what their favorite parenting styles/memories are from their dads.

I really wanna crush it at this role haha

likeuplifting

I’ve always been a big saver minimum 15% to maxing out my 401k since I graduated college. I’m married to someone who thinks 6% is enough and likes $$$ cars. Other than the cars, they dont really spend money. For the married 🐠, how do you have the conversation with them that what they are doing isn’t enough? I try to guide them and say you want the $$$ cars but the salary you have won’t get there and you’re going to have to find a job that gets them the salary…. Then the fight starts.

like

How to be an exceptional buddy to my intern?

like

Hello - wise 🐠 of the north! Did anyone come here as a dependent with their spouse on study permit or vice-versa?

More Posts

Came here to say that I wish I could fully express to my non-parent colleagues how much their support has meant to me. I can cover for them when they have stuff so they can unplug, but I feel like they will never truly understand the gratitude when they offer to do a task for me when my kid is sick, etc. Any ideas on how to pay it forward?

like

Can I get EI while I wait to start my new job?

like

Has any one went from reinsurance back to insurance? The money is great and all but the W/L balance isn’t. Has anyone else felt the same?

like

Who wants to start earning money online?

like

Newly promoted team manager. My business unit's culture is super competitive but the vibe is much more relaxed at our company's other offices- any ideas on how to change things?

Anyone have feedback on EY’s Life Science consulting practice at the Senior Manager/ Director level? What is the culture like? With the split from audit, do you see any issues?

like

Does UBS pay relocation bonus?

like

Hello,

I recently joined CGI as senior systems engineer. I am a developer having 6+ years of experience.

Hope that I will be doing developer job with the given designation and not the networking stuff.

Anyone have any idea on this?

For M+ folks (or the equivalent level at your firm) - what is your favorite thing about working in consulting? What keeps you going and motivated?

Have below three offers. Please help me to choose right company.

PWC-10.5 LPA fixed pay (Excluding variable pay)
Intelizign -11 LPA (Including variable pay)

YOE - 3 YEARS
Tech - Mendix Low Code

like

For those in financial services strategy, I’d love to gain some more insight in what’s going on in the industry.
- What kind of projects are you working on?
- What problems are you solving for your clients?
- What challenges do you see coming up in the next 12 months on the client side?

likefunny

Hi London fishes. Looking to apply to Oliver Wyman in the next few weeks as I look to build consulting career after a decade in the British Army. Any Oliver Wyman fishes willing to chat for potential referral? 1st yr post MBA for context. Thanks

like

Salaams!

Anyone hiring Program Managers (Technical or Non-Technical) or Engagement Managers? Currently with Big 4. Please let me know!

YOE: 6-7
Location: Washington DC area

like

Anyone From A&C going to office ?
Is there any space or floor allocated

like

Can anyone provide salary range for Middle Market Associate Banker roles? California market.

helpful

Hey guys it’s my first freezing winter, if I’m going to take my dog out when it’s under 27 do you she needs to wear something on the paws? If yes than what?

like

Mindtree vs quest global which one to choose

like

Have deliveries been delayed because of the protests? Know the bridge has been closed... I’m expecting a delivery (work-related equipment) this week so trying to set expectations.

like

Is being a journalist a financially stable career?

likehelpful

Are the reports of the US running out of diesel in the next few weeks accurate? And if so, how will we transport food or anything else from one state to another???

like

Additional Posts in The Worklife Bowl

Has your pet become a velcro co-worker while working from home? #pet #workfromhome

like

How much do you normally on average net when you sell a home? Looking to upgrade due to second kid on the way and I’m curious how much goes to fees, brokers, agents, etc. My current home is worth 325k per Zillow and my mortgage balance is 165k, so about 160k of equity. So if I sold it for what it’s worth at 325k, how much could I expect to net for my next home’s down payment? I see different answers online so anyone with experience would be great. Thanks.

My wfh setup. I don’t know if I chose the wrong career being a consultant or should’ve been a pro gamer streaming videos on YouTube/Twitch. I spend way too much on computer and ergonomic hardware 💸💸💸

Post Photo
likeupliftingfunnysmarthelpful

What’s a good city for solo travel in the US in December?

Has anyone gotten sick or had side effects after their first or second Covid vaccine?

like

Is the saying “man of the house” sexist?

likefunnyhelpful

Interviewing with PVH for a project coordinator role. I think I may be overqualified (3 year consultant but wants to exit to Fashion). Would love to know what the interview process entails, some salary insights, and overall satisfaction. Thanks!

Can anyone recommend a voice recorder that transcribes recordings into text? I am looking for a solution as portable as a phone, but purpose built and can transcribe directly into desktop.

like

I got an offer from JPMorgan Chase for a VP role (CIB) and a lesser offer from GE for a Senior IT Auditor role (Power or Energy). Which of this should I consider and what are the advantages? GE is remote, while JPM will require relocation and 2-3 days in office.

like

Not sure why the execs keep their jobs and layoff production. Do we need all top-level operation staff when there isn’t much left to operate? I have ahead time seeing C-suite doin any production work

like

I have recovered from Corona Virus. Its 6 weeks now and I can tell you that the after effects are real. I have anxiety that I will never get over the fatigue, brain fog, inability to form sentences and words and headaches which make my work days very difficult to get thru.

like

I’m starting new job @General Motors on Monday as an manufacturing group leader. Has anyone worked at this company in this position? How was your experience?General Motors

like

Job called to schedule an interview and let me think about it. Decided against it due to daily miles and road construction. I also can not get off for the interview. I’m always covering someone. Sadly, I really wanted that job. Good pay, state benefits. Want to call back so bad and see if they could interview me in 2 weeks. 😢

like

Has anyone’s credit score dropped dramatically? Mine dropped almost 20 points in one month and the reason says because the age of my accounts are low but I haven’t opened any new ones? wondering if it’s covid related somehow?

like

I am full time salaried employee and work M-F. I have always worked more than one job and am hating not having the opportunity to work over time when extra money is needed. Any suggestions for part time work for an informatics nurse? Something I can do in evenings and/or weekends? Not direct patient care preferably

like

Hello my fellow shoal of fish. I am seeking recommendations for a lounge chair in my office. I currently have the adjustable stand desk and a relatively comfortable office chair (not when reclining) but the other half of my office is empty. Im putting in a 55” tv and need a recliner, lounge chair, or something of the sorts to put in front of the tv. Something where i can put my feet up. Conference calls are such a drag when i have to sit at my desk.

like

What is one thing you bought for your home office since quarantine that was the most worth it?

like

How long does it take to get verified on this app

likefunny

Any non-fiction book recommendations? I normally don’t like NF but recently read Bad Blood by John Carreyrou and loved the style/pace. Any similar recs?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal