Was not gambling for 6 months and then blew up a few thousands last night. Fighting the urge not to go back.

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A few thousand will turn to $10k, which will balloon into $100k, which will lead to an incredibly painful spiral of depression and feelings of hopelessness.

For the low price of only a few thousand dollars, you get to be reminded that you are powerless over gambling and that it’s an addiction you’ll never win at. It’s a sunk cost that paid for a valuable lesson. Breathe in. Let it go.

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Yes lost a significant amount in the past and trying to get over it. Thanks for the reminder why I stopped at first place.

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Are you in Gamblers Anonymous? Working the steps with a sponsor will relieve you of the compulsion to gamble.

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One bad day does not define you. This doesn’t negate all of your good days. Dust yourself off, meditate, attend a meeting, call your sponsor. Do something nice for yourself today.

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☝🏼do something nice for yourself

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Today I face difficulties and isolation
I accept my today because I believe my tomorrow’s will get brighter ☀️

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