Redemption - The journey of a recovering gambling addict.

OldTimer2023

Congratulations on the 6 months mate, incredible achievement!!! 

Aimingforthegoodlife

Hope all is well, wanted to congratulate on 6months!

Lonelygambler

Evening All. I am proud to say I have not been gambling or playing cards for over 6 months. 

Moneywise has been a bit tricky with debt payments and a few extra bills that have sprung up. 

One part of my recovery is less screen time which results in me not updating on here! 

Lonelygambler

Money Wise

• Debts going down. I hope that I can clear my Natwest by Christmas. 
• Every single penny is being used each month. 
• Expecting a substantial pay rise from December which should be around £250 month that will go on debt 
• Iphone is cleared in December £62 a month 
• I have £500 sitting octopus account so reduced DD to £50 to free up £150 a month towards debt. 

Meals wise really enjoying the high protein meals and saving money for the family. Exercising three days a week working 50+ hours alongside two under 3! 

FootyFanDan

Good to hear things are going pretty well for you. Great news that you have managed to stay clear of the gambling, I can't imagine how tough resisting that urge has been so well done.

itsthelittlethings

Well done, that’s amazing.

mark55man

Great to have you back - and especially with your determination increased and debt reduced

Diairies can run without daily attention - I used to post daily and still do sometimes, but mostly I try and post at least every other week just for the routine and accountability

in terms of your pay rise - up to you what to do with it but maybe keep a little of the first one aside for a family celebration - I Know that £0 owing is a huge target (be it a single card or the whole pile) but you need to celebrate life's rewards as well - plus its good for you to accept a pat on the back for your efforts

rumpetroll

Over 6 months is fantastic, it'll feel like no time before you're posting your 1 year without gambling.

It sounds like you've got a really good grip on the finances and looking like you'll be in an even better position come December.

FacelessNumber

Excellent work, I think sometimes once all the changes are made it feels like there isn't much to report and that's fine! You're on the right track

londoner2019

Lonelygambler said:

Money Wise

• Debts going down. I hope that I can clear my Natwest by Christmas. 
• Every single penny is being used each month. 
• Expecting a substantial pay rise from December which should be around £250 month that will go on debt 
• Iphone is cleared in December £62 a month 
• I have £500 sitting octopus account so reduced DD to £50 to free up £150 a month towards debt. 

Meals wise really enjoying the high protein meals and saving money for the family. Exercising three days a week working 50+ hours alongside two under 3! 

Kudos to you! That's an awesome update. Please check in with yourself and make sure you're not pushing yourself too much - I'm sure it's working for you, as evidenced by this great progress, but I worry about burnout with this sort of schedule. Look after yourself!