3-21 No Kiddin' Gambling Addiction Recovery Podcast

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 516 Harri is from  Wales, United Kingdom, and also raising awareness about gambling. He started gambling at the early age of 15. Right now, he is in the process of recovery. Join me as we listen to how Harri decides to recover from his gambling addiction. Check-out and follow Harri's TikTok account: @betfreehaz Happy TGIF beautiful people! Positivity is...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 515 Do you struggle as much as me with being still?  It can be a challenge, but it is well worth it! This skill to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life,  is a great one to develop.  A good reset never hurt anyone! Be Still! Positivity is NO Gamble! ------------------------------------------------ Did you enjoy the show? Please leave us a rate an...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 513- Balance was not something that came easy or maybe was even possible when we were gambling. Are you managing life, money, relationships, job, health etc. well right now? Is it easier to find balance when you aren't gambling? Positivity is NO Gamble! ------------------------------------------------ Did you enjoy the show? Please leave us a rate and re...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 513- Another great gift of recovery is the gift of intimacy.  Being honest and authentic in both friendships and relationships can help us stay true to ourselves and honest. This was a huge shift for me once I gave up gambling.  It is a bit scary at first, but totally worth it. Positivity is NO Gamble! ------------------------------------------------ Did you...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 511-Have you ever given thought to how your life is?  Is it insane or sane? Is it chaotic?  Did it change when you gave up the bet? Are you using sanity as tool to help you restore you life? I will of course use sanity loosely, but please take a moment to reflect on how you are living and if it as serene as it could be/ Positivity is NO Gamble! --------------...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 510- On the road again :) We chat about how we interact with others when it comes to dealing with their issues or problems. Are you contributing to their pain?  Are you trying to fix their pain or problems? I challenge you to be self aware enough to take a look at how you react and feel about this topic?  Do you want to be the cure for everyone's shit? ...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 509- On the road again :) Have you ever stopped to think about how you neglected your body in active addiction? As a reformed casino gambler, my memories of no sleep and food are still pretty vivid. How did you neglect your body in addiction?  What are you doing now to take care of it? Positivity is NO Gamble! ------------------------------------------------...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 508- On the road again :) This is such an intriguing topic to me and a skill I would love to master. We chat a little about the reasons to stay present here.  I am definitely a work in progress on this and practice as much as possible.  I hope you would consider trying it out for yourself. Positivity is NO Gamble! ---------------------------------------------...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 508 -  Are you trying to save money? to save for retirement? Do you love talks about personal finance? Then this episode is for you! Chris Orlando is a registered nurse, residing in Cleveland, Ohio. He loves and teaches people about personal finance. How credit score can affect us in applying for a job, renting a place, what retirement means, and many more. I...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 507- On the road again :) Today's reading talks about some of the cues that have been proven to lead to relapse.  I can confirm because it happened to me. The biggest key to this is to be really truly self aware.  Ask yourself- Why am I really missing a meeting? Why am I not happy with my sponsor? Are my behaviors changing? If so, why?  What am I feeling...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 506 Does it mean that you are failure if you go back out too bet or use?  The reading and I both say NO!! Are you a failure if you have to give up activities or people in order to protect your recovery? Hell no!! Is it anyone else's fault if we go back out or not finish what is in front of us? Nope on that too! Positivity is NO Gamble! ------------------...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 505 When the thought of Gambling comes and it feels like the devil is sitting on your shoulder prodding you to go bet, what do you do? Do you give in and allow yourself to make excuses to go because the thought is motivating you? It doesn't have to motivate you.  You have the power to be victorious over the thought. You are worth having a beautiful bet f...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 504 When difficult feelings or situations arise, it is so easy to go to the bet to escape.  This does not solve anything, but only numbs it. This reading offers us the solution to pause and think before reacting.   Also, how can we and should we process the feelings instead of letting them fill our negative buckets or grow our animosity towards people or thin...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 503 Are you taking notice of all the beautiful sounds, scents and scenery that Nature has to offer? Are you paying attention to how Nature can make you feel if you acknowledge it? There are benefits such as being present, being grateful and having wonderment and serenity if you take advantage of it. Spend some time in nature or connected to nature today and e...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 502- Yes it is a journey! The reading compares an overgrown forest and its darkness  to active addiction.  It then conveys how once the canopy of the forest gets cuts back or grows and lets light in it is like the light and freedom of recovery. It is still always, one step at a time and one day at time. Happy Weekend Beautiful People! Positivity is NO Gamble!...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 501- I am not perfect for sure!  This is 501, but I chat about it being 500 because the interview was not considered in my math. Ooops!  Still exciting to be in the 500's and I couldn't have done it without YOU! Today we talk about saying goodbye to our addiction and looking foward to the opportunity our non bet life will give us.  It is ok to mourn...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 500- Wohoo! We're in the 500th episode now! Thank you dear listeners! Jared Diehl, is a filmmaker and a podcaster. He is raising awareness about mental health. In this episode, he shares his experiences, from the time that he was hospitalized for 5 months, up to his experiences with depression, anxiety, and suicide. Come and join me as we listen to Jared...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 499-Are you a perfectionist? Do you put a lot of pressure on yourself to do and be perfect? Do you then beat yourself up when things don't go perfectly?  The 12 Step programs talk about "Living Life on Life's Terms" and that is what this reading is about.  Sh&t is going to happen.  It is how you handle it that is key in your recovery....

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 498- Do you want to live a life beyond your wildest dreams? I left the question from yesterday here, because it is relevant.  Without forgiving and starting each new day with a clean slate it is going to be impossible to have a life beyond your wildest dreams. Give yourself the gift and the freedom of life by forgiving, instead of hanging onto any resentments...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 497- Do you want to live a life beyond your wildest dreams? Are you in a place where you can appreciate and learn from the pain and trials in your life? Do you understand that everything that happens has purpose and value in our lives? Pay attention to the treasures that are being given to you with each experience, whether it is something you want or don&apos...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 496 Are you doing the work?  Are you taking action in your own life and recovery? Do you think that praying to God alone will yield the results you are looking for? We need to do the work to make progress in our recovery, our lives and our relationships.   Positivity is NO Gamble! ------------------------------------------------ Did you enjoy the show? Please...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 495 In the spirit of me trying to get ready for my big trip in March, I have been making this such a focus this week.   It should be a focus every day for every one of us. Check in with yourself- Are you eating healthy? Are you going to the Dr. when you need to? Are you staying active? Are you taking a time out when you need to? Think about these things and s...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 494- You may face difficulties with others and their interference with your recovery.  It can be challenging for them to see you spending time at meetings or with your new community. Keep in mind that if you were still gambling, the time spent  in meetings would pale in comparison to time spent betting or your mind not being present. It is ok to be a little &...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 493- Are you being that "somebody nobody thought you could be"? Are you aware of your shortcomings or faults?  Are you taking steps to work on them? Do you share them with others to get them off your mind or to hold yourself accountable? The bad news is that we all have them and all will always have them.  The good news is that we can be aware of th...

Share Your Thoughts! Text Bobbie here! 493 Alex is from South England, UK. When he was in his twenties, he suffered from a gambling addiction. It led to a myriad of problems; financial debt, relationship breakups, and terrible mental health. For over 10 years he lied to his friends and family, hiding his addiction. Join me as Alex tells us about his addiction and his recovery journey. Want to get...