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How I Hid My Gambling Addiction from My Family for 7 Years

How I Hid My Gambling Addiction from My Family for 7 Years

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By Jason K., 42, Denver, Colorado A story about secrecy, guilt, and the painful beauty of coming clean I was…

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I Lost $10,000 to Online Casinos—But Found My Way Back

I Lost $10,000 to Online Casinos—But Found My Way Back

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By Chris W., 36, Phoenix, Arizona A raw, redemptive personal journey from debt to recovery It started off as a…

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From Slots to Sobriety: My Life After Quitting Gambling

From Slots to Sobriety: My Life After Quitting Gambling

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By Tyler J., 45, Phoenix, Arizona A story of personal transformation through honest recovery When people hear the word “sobriety,”…

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My Spouse Gambled Away Our Savings—Here’s How We Rebuilt Trust

My Spouse Gambled Away Our Savings—Here’s How We Rebuilt Trust

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By Emily R., 38, Minneapolis, Minnesota A partner’s perspective on recovery and reconciliation When I found out my husband had…

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How One Relapse Nearly Destroyed Everything I Worked For

How One Relapse Nearly Destroyed Everything I Worked For

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By Chris T., 34, Denver, Colorado A story about setbacks and bouncing back stronger I was 14 months clean. Fourteen…

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Joining a Support Group Changed Everything for Me

Joining a Support Group Changed Everything for Me

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By Jordan L., 31, Sacramento, California Exploring the power of connection—both online and in person I used to think I…

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