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Supporting My Gambler

User Profile: lavenderBalsam8817
lavenderBalsam8817 December 23rd, 2017

My boyfriend of a few years won't stop gambling. It runs in the family, so he knows what it's like to be in my shoes a bit, but he won't stop. It's incredibly frustrating to see him waste away our future, and all I'm glad for is that we don't yet have kids.

I'm terrified of losing him as he truly is the love of my life. I want to make sure that I do everything possible to make it work for us, but how much longer can I keep it going?

My grievances are many, so I won't harp on them, but I'm sure you understand the situation I'm in. Do I stay and possibly help him overcome this demon, and move on with our otherwise perfect life? Or do I cut my ties now before things become irreparable?

Please share your thoughts and perspectives.

<3

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User Profile: Emily619
Emily619 June 3rd, 2018

I'm so proud of you to hear that you're willing to support him through recovery heart What coping mechanisms have you encouraged him to try?