PhilM Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 As some forum users know I developed a massive problem with horse racing as a "distraction" from anxiety and OCD five years ago which almost cost me my marriage and much else besides. Well, I'd just like you to know it's two years today since I last gambled on anything - horses, lottery etc. I wouldn't say the last two years have been easy - lots of adversity in mine (including ongoing OCD) and my wife's personal lives but somehow I've managed to stick to the commitment I made 730 days ago. I've made terrible mistakes along the way, said things on this forum and elsewhere in the heat of the moment I shouldn't have said etc. but ultimately I've learnt much about myself during this period and hope to continue on my journey using my own interpretation of One Day At A Time. Best wishes, Phil. Link to comment
gingerbreadgirl Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 This is a huge achievment Phil and you should be really proud Link to comment
JennieWren Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 Yes you should be very round. Thank you for sharing your achievements and difficulties with us. Link to comment
JennieWren Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 Not very round! Proud. Stupid autocorrect Link to comment
Emsie Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 A fantastic achievement Phil. Absolutely, be very proud. Link to comment
PhilM Posted February 8, 2018 Author Share Posted February 8, 2018 Thank you for all the nice responses. Link to comment
PhilM Posted February 8, 2018 Author Share Posted February 8, 2018 I am a bit round JW - need to lose a stone! Link to comment
Avo Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 Well done on your achievements Phil, from another member of the 'need to lose a stone' club. Link to comment
lostinme Posted February 8, 2018 Share Posted February 8, 2018 Well done Phil, that’s an amazing achievement, you should be feeling really proud of yourself Link to comment
PhilM Posted February 8, 2018 Author Share Posted February 8, 2018 I'm proud but also reflective about the near collapse of my marriage, loss of house, my mental health, the debt I got into and dare I say it the shame. More positively, I'm down to a low dose of tranquillisers which forum friends have helped me with tremendously and we (loveliest and kindest woman) have re-built our relationship. I have many issues ahead but ultimately the decision I made to stop gambling was the best decision I've made in my life. Best wishes, Phil. Link to comment
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