73. Finding Freedom Through Connection

You may have heard this before ... gambling problems lead to isolation and the way forward is through connection.  Maybe you're thinking, "That sounds nice, but connection is not on my agenda because I'm working all the time to pay off debt and the people in my life don't trust me."  Well hang in with us, keep an open mind, and listen to this episode. Bryce reflects upon the past three years since his last bet.  He shares about how attending a residential treatment program was an important turning point for him and how the friendships made there have been crucial to his recovery.  You also hear him talk about making amends with his wife and family and the bumpy road of re-building trust.  And, what has helped him to let go of the heavy guilt and regret due to gambling.   Whether you are a gambler or have someone in your life with a gambling problem, you'll find inspiration in this conversation. Listen to hear about: What helped Bryce to stay away from gambling for more than three years How he has been reconnecting with his wife and family and rebuilding trust Tips for letting go of guilt and regret arising from problem gambling If you would like to read a summary of this episode, go to the blog at www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca.  To hear an earlier conversation with Bryce when he was eleven months away from his last bet, listen to episode 19 of Fold em. If you live in British Columbia and would like help for gambling concerns, reach out to our free, confidential counselling and outreach services.  Connect with us online at Gambling Support BC or call 1-888-795-6111. To connect with gambling problem help outside of British Columbia: Canada:  click here United States:  National Council on Problem Gambling United Kingdom:  GamCare Australia:  Gamblers' Help If you live outside of these areas, search online for "Gambling Problem Help" in your country.  If you would like to connect with online groups and supports, here's some options: Gamblers Anonymous Gam-Anon GamTalk (online chat forum) Recovery Road Online Gamblers in Recovery The Broke Girl Society If you would like to connect with Fold em through Facebook or Instagram, find us at Foldem Podcast.  You can also reach out through [email protected].  We welcome feedback and topics for upcoming episodes. Fold em is funded by Gambling Support BC.