48. Taking Charge of Your Money

In this episode, hear from Marcia about how she not only stopped gambling, but also made changes to how she and her partner handle money.  Almost two-years in, she tell us "It feels amazing to not be worried about money.  Having that security also helps my gambling recovery." Amanda Martin, from the Credit Counselling Society, also returns to Fold em and offers tips for taking charge of your money. Listen now and learn about: Three reasons why taking charge of your money is an important part of addressing compulsive gambling How to track where your money is going How to have more control over spending and saving How to keep going with budgeting and reach your financial goals Tools, apps and free help with money management For more information on taking charge of your money, read the blog for this episode at www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca For more information on credit counselling and to find a credit counselling service in Canada, visit this federal government website.  In the United States, visit the National Foundation for Credit Counseling.  If you live outside of these areas, search for accredited credit counselling services in your country. If you live in British Columbia and would like to access our free, confidential counselling and outreach services, connect with us online at Gambling Support BC or call 1-888-795-6111. For a list of free gambling help services in Canada, click here.  To access free help in the United States, visit the National Council on Problem Gambling website.  If you like what you hear on Fold em and haven't yet followed us on your podcast app, make sure you do.  You'll be notified when a new episode is released and help our visibility.  If you're not sure how to follow or subscribe to this podcast, read our blog for instructions.  Fold em is funded by Gambling Support BC.