Sometimes gambling draws us in like a rabbit hole; a mix of excitement, routine, and escape from how we’re feeling. Triggers are the thoughts, feelings, situations, or habits that make you more likely to gamble.
The good news? Once you can spot your triggers, you can choose tools and strategies that help you break the cycle.
Note what was happening before you felt the urge (time, place, feelings).
Are there certain days, moods, or situations that set you off?
Recognising your triggers isn’t about judging yourself, it’s about giving yourself the power to choose differently.
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