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Jian’s Story
In this video, Jian shares his journey of moving from Hong Kong to Aotearoa New Zealand and the struggles he faced with identity, belonging, and connection.
Jian reflects on how gambling once became an escape and a way to fit in, but also how it led to hardshipand how recovery has given him hope, purpose, and the chance to support others.
This story is drawn from lived experience, but names have been changed to protect privacy.
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