Christina
Christina
A Letter to My Gambling Addiction
A Letter to My Gambling Addiction
A Letter to My Gambling Addiction
Wednesday 13th August 2025
Christina shares her journey through gambling addiction in a powerful letter, offering hope and healing to those facing similar struggles.
Explicit
7 minutes
Honest
Inspiring
Supportive
Hopeful
Healing
About this podcast
Author:
Christina
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Christina reads a heartfelt letter to her gambling addiction.
- Explores how gambling initially offered an escape from life's challenges.
- Discusses the realisation that addiction was stealing joy and identity.
- Shares the importance of community support in recovery.
- Offers hope and inspiration for those facing similar struggles.
"You are a chapter, I am the author, and my story is only just beginning."
In this heartfelt episode of The Broke Girl Society, Christina opens up about her journey with gambling addiction through a poignant letter addressed to the very addiction that once consumed her life. She shares the initial allure of gambling, the thrill of the flashing lights and ringing bells, and how it became a refuge during her darkest times. But what seemed like a friend was actually a thief, stealing her joy and chipping away at her identity.
Christina's letter is raw and honest, revealing how gambling offered a temporary escape from pain, fear, and even the challenges of facing cancer. Through her words, she acknowledges the destructive patterns she fell into and the realisation that she wasn't living but merely surviving. Her story unfolds as a powerful testament to the struggle of breaking free from addiction's grip. Christina recounts the difficult early days of recovery and the strength she found in community support—people who understood without judgement.
This episode is not just about the battle with addiction; it's about reclaiming life and turning pain into purpose. Christina's message is one of hope and healing, offering comfort to those who might feel alone in their own struggles. Her journey reminds us all that while addiction may be a chapter in one's life, it doesn't have to control the narrative. If you're looking for inspiration and courage to face your own battles, this episode is a must-listen.
It’s a testament to the power of resilience and the possibility of building a life that you don’t want to escape from.