STOP gambling

Reasons for gambling and sample substitute behaviors

To provide excitement, get a rush of adrenaline:

Sport or a challenging hobby, such as mountain biking, rock climbing, or Go Kart racing.

·         To be more social, overcome shyness or isolation:

Counseling, enroll in a public speaking class, join a social group, connect with family and friends, volunteer, find new friends.

·         To numb unpleasant feelings, not think about problems:

Therapy, counseling, open communication with friends and family.

·         Boredom or loneliness:

Find something you’re passionate about such as art, music, sports, or books and then find others with

the same interests. 

·         To relax after a stressful day:

As little as 15 minutes of daily exercise can relieve stress. Or deep breathing,  meditation, or massage.

·         To solve money problems:

The odds are always stacked against you so it’s far better to seek help with debts from a  credit counselor.

            GAMBLING                             VS.                                  CLIMBING

  

                  

                                                                                                                                                                                                  

SOURCE: http://www.helpguide.org/articles/addiction/gambling-addiction-and-problem-gambling.htm

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