susi wrote: Just remember, this is a long road to travel. Neither of you will be able to speed down this road. I've been traveling down this road for nearly...
Hi DJ, I am in the same situation and this has been going on for our whole relationship which is 25 years old now. I have an 11 year old daughter who is...
One thing I have found to be very helpful in protecting myself is to pay a personal visit to my bank and ask to speak to the manager or someone in charge (not...
I'm sure I already know the answer to this question, but I guess I just need to hear it from someone else. For the past 5 years, my husband has been gambling...
Diana, I hope you will find a face to face gamanon group in your area right away and attend there often for a period of no less than 90 days. If you can get...
I have been posting every once in awhile and I just wanted to ask another question. My husband and I signed our divorce papers (see previous posting titled...
Jenn, Addicts are compelled to protect their secrets. Secrets are essential in maintaining a polished front while their lives become unmanageable. I live in a...
Jim Morphey
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Jun 2, 2004 3:34 pm
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Hi Jenn, I to have been told by my CG not to tell anyone about his problem and how it is affecting our lives. According to him it is his problem not mine....
In a message dated 6/2/2004 1:28:40 PM Eastern Standard Time, ... Great post, whoever you are! (you didn't sign a name). I really relate to what you had to...
Thanks for all the support from those responding. Stacey, how did you finally reach the decision to divorce after all this time? Did you find that on some days...
You are now formally divorced from the man. Addicts will continue to try to manipulate and lie like crazy. But, you are divorced from him . . beyond...
Hi DJ, I am only telling you what I have been thru from my personal experience. My road is my own. You need to follow your own in your own time. Are you...
In a message dated 6/2/2004 2:46:55 PM Eastern Standard Time, ... Stacey, you really sound strong and I'm glad you're doing well. It's tough but you're a...
In a message dated 6/2/2004 4:39:51 PM Eastern Standard Time, ... I can relate. Believe me, there were many days I practiced the "fake it till you make it"...
... that you had the strength to do what you had to do. I am trying to learn from everyone's experiences. Thanks so much for sharing yours. I have not been to...
I really admire your strength! You put it so well. Fear really is paralyzing me. I just can't escape it. I guess I really don't have enough faith in anything...
DJ, Just a comment from someone who invested more than 15 years of their life trying to help his wife battle her demons of alcohol and compulsive gambling ...
In a message dated 6/3/2004 2:42:04 AM Eastern Standard Time, ... I think that's only one type (the center of attention type). More the ones who are "social...
In a message dated 6/3/2004 6:37:59 AM Eastern Standard Time, ... Gary you are so awesome and a great inspiration. Letting go is actually the "loving" thing...
Hi I just wanted to say that I only joined the group Tuesday evening, and already feel so much less alone. Thanks to everyone for that. You have been like a...
I think separating finances is a very good idea. I have always had amazing support from Credit Card companies when I talk to them directly. I can remember a...
You stated previously that you and your cg carries two bank accounts. One is used paying bills and your cg uses the other account for extra cash, overtime,...
Thank you for your support. I will not let him have any power over my life at all anymore. I am suppoused to move in to an apartment on the 25th of this...
That all makes so much sense. I hope someday I will develop such clarity. You know, after reading earlier responses, I did open up a third account with my...
He is trying to make you feel guilty and I am sure he has done his share of hurting you. You are definitely having the co-dependency issues which all of us...
I just wanted to wish you happiness in your future endeavours. You are taking a huge step in a very hard journey with your divorce. I was only married for 9...
Hi Jenn, Thanks so much for your kind words. It is going to be a long and crazy road for me. I am scared out of my witts. I don't know what tomorrow will...
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