25. Do I Need to Stop? Can't I Control My Gambling?
10/22/21 • 33 min
Even after gambling gets out of hand, it's common to want to keep it going. Or, to keep a door open to gambling in the future. Some typical thoughts are, "I learned my lesson, now I'll control it," "It's not such a big deal," OR "I can't just turn my back on all the money that was lost."
Listen to this episode and hear an honest conversation with a gambler who continued gambling while in a debt repayment program. Hear about his experiences with trying to control gambling and how he sorted through the question about whether to stop.
If gambling has gotten out of control for you or a loved one, read the blog for this podcast at www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca. We share important tips, especially if you are thinking about returning to gambling.
If you live in British Columbia and would like to access our free, confidential counselling and outreach services, connect with us online through Gambling Support BC or call 1-888-795-6111.
Thanks for listening to Fold em - the podcast where you hear real stories and expert guidance on managing gambling problems. Subscribe or follow on your podcast app so you never miss an episode. Fold em is funded by Gambling Support BC.
Even after gambling gets out of hand, it's common to want to keep it going. Or, to keep a door open to gambling in the future. Some typical thoughts are, "I learned my lesson, now I'll control it," "It's not such a big deal," OR "I can't just turn my back on all the money that was lost."
Listen to this episode and hear an honest conversation with a gambler who continued gambling while in a debt repayment program. Hear about his experiences with trying to control gambling and how he sorted through the question about whether to stop.
If gambling has gotten out of control for you or a loved one, read the blog for this podcast at www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca. We share important tips, especially if you are thinking about returning to gambling.
If you live in British Columbia and would like to access our free, confidential counselling and outreach services, connect with us online through Gambling Support BC or call 1-888-795-6111.
Thanks for listening to Fold em - the podcast where you hear real stories and expert guidance on managing gambling problems. Subscribe or follow on your podcast app so you never miss an episode. Fold em is funded by Gambling Support BC.
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24. How Do I Let Go of Regret, Anger and Guilt From Gambling?
When gambling has gotten out of hand, it can leave you heavy with regret, anger and guilt. Both gamblers and their family members feel this way. It's common to wonder if you'll ever shake these feelings.
Hear my conversation with two former gamblers about what helped them to reach a place where they can look at themselves in the mirror again. Learn steps you can take to start moving in that direction.
To find out more about overcoming regret, anger and guilt from gambling problems, visit the blog for this podcast at www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca
If you live in British Columbia and would like to access our free, confidential counselling and outreach services, connect with us online through Gambling Support BC or call 1-888-795-6111.
Thanks for listening to Fold em - the podcast where you hear real stories and expert guidance on managing gambling problems. Subscribe or follow on your podcast app so you never miss an episode. Fold em is funded by Gambling Support BC.
For more information on gambling concerns and to find resources and support, visit our website at gamblingproblemhelp.ca or reach out through Facebook at Foldempodcast.
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26. How to Stop Online Gambling? Can Blocking Apps Help?
Online gambling can be tricky to control. Our devices are nearby. Deposits happen so quickly.
Hear first-hand experience and a long list of helpful strategies from someone who gambled online for ten years and has now shut it down. Learn about options for blocking gambling websites and apps. Benjamin Wong, who has helped many people chose and install blocking software, provides guidance on these tools.
Learn more about overcoming online gambling problems in the blog for this episode at www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca. Find out what gambling blocker apps are available and other strategies to slow down online betting.
If you live in British Columbia and would like to access our free, confidential counselling and outreach services, connect with us online through Gambling Support BC or call 1-888-795-6111.
Thanks for listening to Fold em - the podcast where you hear real stories and expert guidance on managing gambling problems. Subscribe or follow on your podcast app so you never miss an episode. Fold em is funded by Gambling Support BC.
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