Discussion & help on depression & mental health related issues

[andy4efc]

So i posted a while ago about my struggles with gambling and such, went short of a year before putting my toe back in and ultimately regretting it. Nothing major or anything damaging to anything but mental health but it's almost fascinating how you're personality changes and your interests change as you get hooked. I've got my own personal project of my gaming set up, components, desk, etc and that sort of almost got put on hold. So tried to stop again a few weeks ago, this time installing Gamban on all my devices (wonderful thing apart from mobile). messed up on iphone so it ruins your signal so have uninstalled, but have found it so good to have on my PC, my work PC's etc. ave installed an app which helps me track and try to build up the data as a game/achievement which I think helps and would recommend. As you can see in the picture below it for anyone struggling this will help you see the POSITIVES of stopping your bad habit.My mrs did a deal with me that when I saved £250 from this I could then buy a new CPU for my PC (of which has been fully paid off by selling an old CPU aswell) and it gives the extra motivation that the money you waste, even just for fun can be used on tangible things.

I thought I was going to struggle massively with the proper return of football and it's been okay. Past couple of days have been tough admittingly. Have installed an app which helps me track and try to build up the data as a game/achievement which I think helps and would recommend. I still find myself occassionally on flashscores, seeing what games are on / have been on and it's difficult, but I suppose not gambling and still having thepersonal interests allow me to distract myself).

Find it quite depressing that I'll always have this mental problem for the rest of my life but take each day as it comes.

 

[Sassy Colombian]

I've heard the rumours but we'll see what happens its been a strange window. If we can win tomorrow it will put us right amongst the top teams so make us more attractive to possible signings.

I'll be watching Everton, Cricket and F1 thus weekend. I certainly won't be bored.

I will be taking it easy as it is important to be in best condition for my 2nd drain on Wednesday.

Are you up to much this weekend?

Yay, Messy we won.

But I saw Lando Norris accident in F1 and that was scary. I hope your day is going well. X

 

[Sassy Colombian]

So i posted a while ago about my struggles with gambling and such, went short of a year before putting my toe back in and ultimately regretting it. Nothing major or anything damaging to anything but mental health but it's almost fascinating how you're personality changes and your interests change as you get hooked. I've got my own personal project of my gaming set up, components, desk, etc and that sort of almost got put on hold. So tried to stop again a few weeks ago, this time installing Gamban on all my devices (wonderful thing apart from mobile). messed up on iphone so it ruins your signal so have uninstalled, but have found it so good to have on my PC, my work PC's etc. ave installed an app which helps me track and try to build up the data as a game/achievement which I think helps and would recommend. As you can see in the picture below it for anyone struggling this will help you see the POSITIVES of stopping your bad habit.My mrs did a deal with me that when I saved £250 from this I could then buy a new CPU for my PC (of which has been fully paid off by selling an old CPU aswell) and it gives the extra motivation that the money you waste, even just for fun can be used on tangible things.

I thought I was going to struggle massively with the proper return of football and it's been okay. Past couple of days have been tough admittingly. Have installed an app which helps me track and try to build up the data as a game/achievement which I think helps and would recommend. I still find myself occassionally on flashscores, seeing what games are on / have been on and it's difficult, but I suppose not gambling and still having thepersonal interests allow me to distract myself).

Find it quite depressing that I'll always have this mental problem for the rest of my life but take each day as it comes.

Having an addiction is always such a challenge but being able to recognize you have one and taking steps to control and stop your gambling impulses is very remarkable and I commend you for such an effort because it is not easy. Keep it up!

 

[messymascot]

Yay, Messy we won.

But I saw Lando Norris accident in F1 and that was scary. I hope your day is going well. X

Maybe it will be our season after all.

Yeah it was a scary crash fortunately they've made the cars as safe as possible these days.

 

[Sassy Colombian]

Maybe it will be our season after all.

Yeah it was a scary crash fortunately they've made the cars as safe as possible these days.

Wouldn't that be nice? If we could at least place high enough to get a spot for Champions League that would be ideal.

It is good to know F1 has become safer for the drivers.

 

[messymascot]

Wouldn't that be nice? If we could at least place high enough to get a spot for Champions League that would be ideal.

It is good to know F1 has become safer for the drivers.

Nice to see a clean sheet as well. My expectations are reasonably low this season so fingers crossed they get exceeded.

It will never be 100% safe but they have probably done all within reason to make it better.

 

[Sassy Colombian]

Nice to see a clean sheet as well. My expectations are reasonably low this season so fingers crossed they get exceeded.

It will never be 100% safe but they have probably done all within reason to make it better.

Yes, keeping a clean sheet has been nice to see. TBH I have never been very fond of Pickford but if he continues with his good form I would start liking him better, same with Benitez lol Can't wait until the window closes though and we finally figure out what's going to happen with James. The deal with Diaz is not looking good at the moment, it doesn't seem the coach is willing to let go of him and it doesn't seem he is too crazy about having James either so the saga continues.

Many sports have risks and none will ever be 100% safe but it is good that F1 has tried to increase safety.

Having a good Sunday?

 

[messymascot]

Yeah my Sunday is good. I caught up with a few of my friends last night so expected to be tired today. However I've actually been ok so it's a result. How about you although yours will be just beginning compared to mine?

I hope James stays and gets a chance. If we are paying £200k p/w Benetiz may be told he has to use him when available. I'll be happy once the window is shut hopefully with a couple of new players then we know exactly where we stand with a few players.

 

[Sassy Colombian]

Yeah my Sunday is good. I caught up with a few of my friends last night so expected to be tired today. However I've actually been ok so it's a result. How about you although yours will be just beginning compared to mine?

I hope James stays and gets a chance. If we are paying £200k p/w Benetiz may be told he has to use him when available. I'll be happy once the window is shut hopefully with a couple of new players then we know exactly where we stand with a few players.

It makes me very happy to hear you had a good Sunday and also that you got to hangout with friends last night. It is even better to hear that you didn't feel as tired as you expected. Maybe you are finally feeling the good effects of the drainage?

My day has been good too. We had a pretty chilled morning and then this afternoon we ended up going blue berry picking instead of going to the river but it was a nice outing and my belly is full of berries at the moment as I was eating as many as I was putting in the bucket lol

I hope so too but I have read that if nobody ends up signing him that Everton may just release him for free just to save the wages so it is not looking very good for James at the moment I also hope we get a couple of more players and wouldn't mind if Diaz is one of them.

 

[PITA]

It makes me very happy to hear you had a good Sunday and also that you got to hangout with friends last night. It is even better to hear that you didn't feel as tired as you expected. Maybe you are finally feeling the good effects of the drainage?

My day has been good too. We had a pretty chilled morning and then this afternoon we ended up going blue berry picking instead of going to the river but it was a nice outing and my belly is full of berries at the moment as I was eating as many as I was putting in the bucket lol

I hope so too but I have read that if nobody ends up signing him that Everton may just release him for free just to save the wages so it is not looking very good for James at the moment I also hope we get a couple of more players and wouldn't mind if Diaz is one of them.

You are a very nice lady. X

 

[Sassy Colombian]

You are a very nice lady. X

Awe, thanks for the sweet comment. X

 

[blueloon]

So i posted a while ago about my struggles with gambling and such, went short of a year before putting my toe back in and ultimately regretting it. Nothing major or anything damaging to anything but mental health but it's almost fascinating how you're personality changes and your interests change as you get hooked. I've got my own personal project of my gaming set up, components, desk, etc and that sort of almost got put on hold. So tried to stop again a few weeks ago, this time installing Gamban on all my devices (wonderful thing apart from mobile). messed up on iphone so it ruins your signal so have uninstalled, but have found it so good to have on my PC, my work PC's etc. ave installed an app which helps me track and try to build up the data as a game/achievement which I think helps and would recommend. As you can see in the picture below it for anyone struggling this will help you see the POSITIVES of stopping your bad habit.My mrs did a deal with me that when I saved £250 from this I could then buy a new CPU for my PC (of which has been fully paid off by selling an old CPU aswell) and it gives the extra motivation that the money you waste, even just for fun can be used on tangible things.

I thought I was going to struggle massively with the proper return of football and it's been okay. Past couple of days have been tough admittingly. Have installed an app which helps me track and try to build up the data as a game/achievement which I think helps and would recommend. I still find myself occassionally on flashscores, seeing what games are on / have been on and it's difficult, but I suppose not gambling and still having thepersonal interests allow me to distract myself).

Find it quite depressing that I'll always have this mental problem for the rest of my life but take each day as it comes.

About 21/2 years ago I received a call from a close relative with him telling me about his gambling addiction. He’d joined Gambling Anonymous, and I was his first call on his path back. It may not be for everybody but he found that GA was absolutely the right thing for him, providing support and getting him involved. Since then I’ve been to three GA meetings to support him , on his anniversaries and open day, and I’m always amazed about the incredible stories people have.
His addiction was football based , and there’s no doubt GA was the key for him.
Best wishes with your own struggles.

 

[andy4efc]

About 21/2 years ago I received a call from a close relative with him telling me about his gambling addiction. He’d joined Gambling Anonymous, and I was his first call on his path back. It may not be for everybody but he found that GA was absolutely the right thing for him, providing support and getting him involved. Since then I’ve been to three GA meetings to support him , on his anniversaries and open day, and I’m always amazed about the incredible stories people have.
His addiction was football based , and there’s no doubt GA was the key for him.
Best wishes with your own struggles.

I'm not the most social as it is does to be honest. People annoy me (usually due to them haveing 0 consideration for others). GA would absolutely petrify me to do that. My rock has been my partner in fairness. Had i not been with her I'd still be gambling for certain.

I find just putting a message on here quite theraputic to be honest. A way of putting your struggles into words is really helpful.

 

[anjelikaferrett]

I'm not the most social as it is does to be honest. People annoy me (usually due to them haveing 0 consideration for others). GA would absolutely petrify me to do that. My rock has been my partner in fairness. Had i not been with her I'd still be gambling for certain.

I find just putting a message on here quite theraputic to be honest. A way of putting your struggles into words is really helpful.

I agree. Writing things down helps you to get your thoughts in order and gives some perspective. It's a good emotional release too. You will always find support on here when you want to write about your situation. Good luck x

 

[COYBL25]

I'm not the most social as it is does to be honest. People annoy me (usually due to them haveing 0 consideration for others). GA would absolutely petrify me to do that. My rock has been my partner in fairness. Had i not been with her I'd still be gambling for certain.

I find just putting a message on here quite theraputic to be honest. A way of putting your struggles into words is really helpful.

I don`t think anyone goes to any kind of support group, without fear and trepidation initially and I`m sure that`s taken into account by the person that chairs the meetings.

I know it`s slightly different, but I remember a lad I know talking about his first A.A. meeting and him saying he was astounded by the cross section of people there - young, old, male, female, professional, non professional etc and it made him feel so much better about being there.