The fall and rise of a gambling addict | Justyn Rees Larcombe | TEDxRoyalTunbridgeWells

This is a shocking story of how a free £5 bet led to a full blown addiction to online gambling. How someone who had it all could loose everything, including his job, his family and his home and then find hope and restoration.
Justyn Rees Larcombe had everything. Highly successful fast-track career. Beautiful wife and three sons. Having lost it all through a relentless addiction to online gambling, he is now campaigning for education and a change in laws, and shares his wisdom for those who may be struggling with secret habits, compulsions and additions of all types.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

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  • @ugglanvu
    @ugglanvu2 жыл бұрын

    The day you quit, is the day you start winning. Believe me.

  • @Mattblairdrums

    @Mattblairdrums

    2 жыл бұрын

    Facts. Just quit ban myself from all My accounts today and I feel like the weight of the world just fell off me

  • @gtaverse6333

    @gtaverse6333

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Mattblairdrums How are you doing? Still on a no betting streak, I hope.

  • @brynlpz83

    @brynlpz83

    2 жыл бұрын

    1 more spin never hurt no-one lol

  • @santhoshr455

    @santhoshr455

    Жыл бұрын

    True

  • @robertolugo9727

    @robertolugo9727

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Bro..I won $1,000..$600..$250..& LOST WHO I AM!! PRICELESS!!

  • @Dan-oj4iq
    @Dan-oj4iq4 жыл бұрын

    It's not the losing that destroys every gambler, it's the winning that does it.

  • @JustinLT212

    @JustinLT212

    4 жыл бұрын

    100% I acc think casinos work together all part of a bigger web to see if you have signed up before, first time I put £100 in won £1,200, from a £1 SPIN!! I thought this is madness carried on, won another £800, about 12 months later I’m maybe £4000 down. More importantly I spent all that time.

  • @D_Thang

    @D_Thang

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@JustinLT212 I won 9000 Euro with roulette and kept playing. Lost it all.

  • @chrissysmith1198

    @chrissysmith1198

    4 жыл бұрын

    I felt this

  • @oRoligk

    @oRoligk

    3 жыл бұрын

    it doesent matter, we produce the same amount of dopamine as winning when waiting for the resualt of our gamble

  • @catalinone5666

    @catalinone5666

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@JustinLT212 1

  • @Burago2k
    @Burago2k2 жыл бұрын

    Win = wanna win more Loose = wanna get the money back You never win, thats why the casino exists, its not a charity, its a scamming machine

  • @Chico_Lachowski

    @Chico_Lachowski

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s not a scam. It’s just taking advantage of our dopamine receptors.

  • @Burago2k

    @Burago2k

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Chico_Lachowski what you are saying is right but i was too, the odds of casinos are very bad and they can manipulate them even if the odds are on display

  • @sungs3917
    @sungs39174 жыл бұрын

    Don't ever start to gamble, it is so destructive. Casino should be banned forever everywhere in the world.

  • @livedoglefty4995

    @livedoglefty4995

    3 жыл бұрын

    You can’t just remove everything that maybe harmful to some people, the only hope is to educate people

  • @losted815

    @losted815

    3 жыл бұрын

    It can not be banned everywhere but there can be solutions like a losing limit for each +18 person monthly...

  • @mikieger6001

    @mikieger6001

    3 жыл бұрын

    All sorts of addictions originates from traumas. Wrongly choosen tools to cope with hard feelings. Groups and theraphy can help. Dr Gabor Mate has smart insights about the topic.

  • @ghenghiskhan6703

    @ghenghiskhan6703

    3 жыл бұрын

    Lefty TBN agreed. If that were the case, we would have to remove alcohol, cigarettes, and all fast food

  • @swojnowski453

    @swojnowski453

    3 жыл бұрын

    You gamble all the time in life. The trick is not to chase loses. There are always loses as there are bad days.

  • @guliegirl
    @guliegirl3 жыл бұрын

    Don’t gamble, worse then the loss of money is how sick you feel and how hard it is to not obsess about what you did.

  • @thomasmcglone754

    @thomasmcglone754

    3 жыл бұрын

    Have you tried out trading stocks and shares, earn from investing.

  • @thomasmcglone754

    @thomasmcglone754

    3 жыл бұрын

    I’ll assist you, you can trade and earn comfortably

  • @thomasmcglone754

    @thomasmcglone754

    3 жыл бұрын

    + 1 7 2 7 8 9 9 6 7 5 8

  • @thomasmcglone754

    @thomasmcglone754

    3 жыл бұрын

    W h a t s a p p available ☝🏻☝🏻

  • @timothyernest6429

    @timothyernest6429

    Жыл бұрын

    Both equally painful and sad.

  • @joeharding7356
    @joeharding73565 жыл бұрын

    gamblers always know when to stop, but they always can't do it

  • @dforreall9902

    @dforreall9902

    5 жыл бұрын

    Joe Harding very true

  • @bahasapaaja8040

    @bahasapaaja8040

    5 жыл бұрын

    So many big reason for that

  • @juliuscaesar1062

    @juliuscaesar1062

    4 жыл бұрын

    thats true, and the last time i played, when i was at the peak of my game, i told myself to cash in but i became greedy and wanted more, ended up losing 500 bucks.

  • @lollic307

    @lollic307

    4 жыл бұрын

    @Alex Geoffrey Thank you for the encouragement. Hopefully you meant funds to keep going the right path. I am an Lpn and thank God I have a job..I live in a tiny studio apartment in a rather depressing city. I dont belong here..but I've trapped myself. I am trying to make the most of it. God is keeping me afloat. I'm ashamed of what I've done with my life. It's not good enough. I want to help other people..and enjoy life. I've boxed myself In..when at one point I had freedom and didnt even see it..or have the courage to travel and socialize and live. I worked myself to death. I broke myself. I get by Alex..thank you for your kindness . I hope you are doing ok. God bless you. Peace

  • @lollic307

    @lollic307

    4 жыл бұрын

    @Alex Geoffrey keep chasing? That seems cruel to say. I will chase life and God..I'm not running anymore. I do need support and a positive sober community. I'm ok.

  • @siddnadeem1
    @siddnadeem16 жыл бұрын

    What an amazing speech. Coming from an ex gambler he deserves nothing but respect

  • @johnsmith-rl7yx

    @johnsmith-rl7yx

    4 жыл бұрын

    True brother. I can feel his pain. I probably didn’t lose much like him but I have won a lot and lost a lot too. I notice now that most of the time I won but because we are human being and not a machine. We get off track and emotional get involved and that how I got out of my system and lost. I played baccarat and roulette and especially in baccarat I have won more than $120k usd in 3 days. Not lying but in 30 minutes of getting mad because of emotional s I lost it all back and including my 10k bank roll as well. I have a good system but I know now that it’s almost impossible to do it alone because no one can keep themselves under good control for a long period of time. So now I know that only play small sessions. Making a little bit then leave. That’s the best only of you have bank roll and system and know what you doing. Never walk into the casino and thinking luck alone gonna win. Because if there’s luck there’s a thing call bad luck too but ,most people only think of good luck and not bad luck lol

  • @abishouse7910

    @abishouse7910

    2 жыл бұрын

    How did you stop

  • @Real2k25

    @Real2k25

    2 жыл бұрын

    Facts

  • @timyatcak3292

    @timyatcak3292

    2 жыл бұрын

    don't CHASE...Have a pecentage of your bankroll and when it is gone, STOP for the day

  • @battleborn8658

    @battleborn8658

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@timyatcak3292 I've tried that it doesn't work.

  • @alejandrosandoval7582
    @alejandrosandoval75824 ай бұрын

    I have an addiction, it is killing me. I have 22,000 dlls in debt now on my credit cards and have no money in my bank account. I owe money to friends and family and the worst thing is that I won 3,000 dlls this weekend and lost them again. I am desperate, I cant sleep, I am in a bad mood all the time and currently I hate life and no one knows about it and I can’t tell no one. I just hope that I can return to this video one year from now and that my life will be better, debt and betting free. Wish me the best if anyone reads this, I hate myself. I am sick

  • @MK-jl9zi

    @MK-jl9zi

    3 ай бұрын

    Good luck, i’ll pray for you!

  • @sbarney776

    @sbarney776

    2 ай бұрын

    A lot of us have been in the same position. Take small steps in your recovery. Exclude yourself from all gaming and be proud of yourself after doing so. It is hard to give up the thought of winning big, but you have to do it for your own self dignity. You will feel empowered after quitting and working toward paying off your debt. I promise!! Many prayers to you❤

  • @billymanziel5666

    @billymanziel5666

    2 ай бұрын

    Good luck friend, you can turn it around I know it.

  • @happykiddos7776

    @happykiddos7776

    Ай бұрын

    @juankin the same with me 300K , there is a void in my heart that I cannot fill ,I feel like a failure , I should have left my job because I know I hate it so much and I lost all my hard earned money.

  • @matthewsinclair2310

    @matthewsinclair2310

    Ай бұрын

    I’m the same brother about £8,000 in debt but trying to get myself out of it, have a good paying job and nothing to show for it, we’ll both get there

  • @mikea3118
    @mikea31182 жыл бұрын

    I've lost a lot, but not nearly as much. I give this guy credit, because I spent so much effort to hide my losses. His courage to share save him grief and also helped others avoid pitfalls.

  • @WickedxAngel

    @WickedxAngel

    Жыл бұрын

    I got into sports betting last year in may & stopped exactly this may ( full yr later) & I kid you not. I lost over 30-40k & only won 12-15k max. No kidding, if you don’t got it just stay away. Doing better now atleast have 4k saved up from stopping last month. Take it easyyy

  • @mr16325

    @mr16325

    Жыл бұрын

    @@WickedxAngel how much were your units? I’ve never heard of a beginning gambler use units that large

  • @WickedxAngel

    @WickedxAngel

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mr16325 Well lets just say Im a trucker w/ a good amount of $$ saved trying to figure ways to multiply my income & I stumbled across sport betting & I was live betting 250-500 & doing nothing but impossible parlays of 100-300 & surely not it added up drastically paying up a sum of -2k/-3k per week. Glad thats over with. Live & learning experience.

  • @mr16325

    @mr16325

    Жыл бұрын

    @@WickedxAngel yeah it really sounds like you struggled with bankroll management that’s what gets a lot of people

  • @WickedxAngel

    @WickedxAngel

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mr16325 most definitely man. Rookie mistake by far you dont know what you’ve lost until its needed & gone.

  • @abas43091
    @abas430912 жыл бұрын

    I needed to hear this today. Trying to cope with an addiction that is not visible. The hiding of my losses has driven me to have mood swings the likes of which I've never had. Listening to this man's story has brought me to tears multiple times.

  • @fernandotorres6451

    @fernandotorres6451

    2 жыл бұрын

    Keep strong! Trust your loved ones.

  • @mfh6817

    @mfh6817

    Жыл бұрын

    How it going now?

  • @HP-rp5nn

    @HP-rp5nn

    Жыл бұрын

    Prayers for you and I both.. it is serious

  • @joecolucci

    @joecolucci

    Жыл бұрын

    I feel you big time. I hope you worked it out .Check out what I just said too, I understand

  • @nonyabizz3533

    @nonyabizz3533

    11 ай бұрын

    Dont give up.

  • @OrthodoxHC
    @OrthodoxHC Жыл бұрын

    I've been a social gambler for six years, and it was nothing crazy until now. The last two months are a nightmare. I'm currently in debt to my brother and my mother. Yesterday I've gambled my salary away which I was working really hard for, working overtime for it. Last weeks my thoughts were only focused on cutting my losses by placing a correct bet on the correct soccer game. The only way to cut losses though is to stop betting and focus on your job. God bless everybody!

  • @Grissbane

    @Grissbane

    Жыл бұрын

    @cisty brown For now. I dealt table games. Quit while you're ahead

  • @muhammadahmed1426

    @muhammadahmed1426

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello G.T how are you doing now? please let me know. Did you quit or continuing. what are your plans? Please respond

  • @OrthodoxHC

    @OrthodoxHC

    Жыл бұрын

    @@muhammadahmed1426 Didn't bet since then. I don't intend to get back. I'm doing decent for now with finances. Me and my brother are building a twin house.

  • @muhammadahmed1426

    @muhammadahmed1426

    Жыл бұрын

    @@OrthodoxHC Great news, thanks for the update. Wish you all the best 💪

  • @OrthodoxHC

    @OrthodoxHC

    Жыл бұрын

    @@muhammadahmed1426 Thank you brother! Wish you the best

  • @aaronsoto4622
    @aaronsoto46222 жыл бұрын

    I been an addict gambler for 8 years now. I've gotten no where in life. Because of it. It halts your life. Until finally you find yourself in the streets. Just STOP. It is the ONLY WAY. .

  • @user-zz4rw2pk7s

    @user-zz4rw2pk7s

    Ай бұрын

    Thanks

  • @callumozz1880
    @callumozz18806 жыл бұрын

    This has hit me deep, everything he was saying felt directly towards me, thank you for sharing your story

  • @Clintsessentials

    @Clintsessentials

    6 жыл бұрын

    Callum Ozz 94 agree

  • @Clintsessentials

    @Clintsessentials

    6 жыл бұрын

    Callum Ozz 94 agree

  • @conor4846

    @conor4846

    6 жыл бұрын

    you've taken pity on a man that deserves none

  • @motoforce7978

    @motoforce7978

    5 жыл бұрын

    I feel the same

  • @johnsmith-rl7yx

    @johnsmith-rl7yx

    4 жыл бұрын

    Tf Oh true brother. I have won a lot and lost a lot too. I notice now that most of the time I won but because we are human being and not a machine. We get off track and emotional get involved and that how I got out of my system and lost. I played baccarat and roulette and especially in baccarat I have won more than $120k usd in 3 days. Not lying but in 30 minutes of getting mad because of emotional s I lost it all back and including my 10k bank roll as well. I have a good system but I know now that it’s almost impossible to do it alone because no one can keep themselves under good control for a long period of time. So now I know that only play small sessions. Making a little bit then leave. That’s the best only of you have bank roll and system and know what you doing. Never walk into the casino and thinking luck alone gonna win. Because if there’s luck there’s a thing call bad luck too but ,most people only think of good luck and not bad luck lol

  • @johnjonez8331
    @johnjonez8331 Жыл бұрын

    I’m leaving the casino, just lost my last 5k. I am sick to my stomach. Thank you. I am turning over a new leaf. I can’t believe how fast this addiction took over my life.

  • @abeltembe6179

    @abeltembe6179

    Жыл бұрын

    You'll gamble again

  • @FuegoSavvy

    @FuegoSavvy

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@abeltembe6179 you're negative

  • @muddyfunster1323

    @muddyfunster1323

    Жыл бұрын

    Dont blame anyone but yourself

  • @miket6915

    @miket6915

    Жыл бұрын

    @john jonez I know the same feeling I just spent 2 whole days at the casino and lost 5k. I’ve never been more depressed in my life. It’s hard to keep going but knowing there are others with the same problem gives me hope that one day I will find happiness in life. Thank you for sharing your experience. I hope the best for you ❤

  • @nonyabizz3533

    @nonyabizz3533

    11 ай бұрын

    @@miket6915 Its just money bro. That's it. Just money. I am sure you have a roof over your head, plumbing, and maybe even ate today. Many cant say any of that. Bro it sucks, but it literally is just money. Break down life, money doesn't really matter.

  • @johnaustin9192
    @johnaustin91923 жыл бұрын

    I felt as if my addiction was getting bad, i quickly seeked the help i needed, and 4 months strong. Please get help before it gets worse, it can destroy everything

  • @robinacosta1698

    @robinacosta1698

    5 ай бұрын

    What helps you?...I really need help but don't know what to do.

  • @truegrit4752
    @truegrit47523 жыл бұрын

    I once heard this: Do you know what makes a compulsive gambler? The first win.

  • @GreensRams

    @GreensRams

    3 жыл бұрын

    Never were there truer words spoken.

  • @billsamuls7620

    @billsamuls7620

    3 жыл бұрын

    YOUR SO RIGHT

  • @thomasmcglone754

    @thomasmcglone754

    3 жыл бұрын

    7 2 7 8 9 9 6 7 5 8 w h a t s a p p

  • @alexlewis699

    @alexlewis699

    2 жыл бұрын

    So true

  • @billsamuls7620

    @billsamuls7620

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@alexlewis699 100 PC

  • @jeremiahharris4389
    @jeremiahharris43896 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your experience,strength and hope! Great message!

  • @hazimhashlamoun6785
    @hazimhashlamoun6785 Жыл бұрын

    The more videos I watch for gamblers recovered stories the more I realize that there is no option but quitting

  • @seasidemarksfleariddencarp9930
    @seasidemarksfleariddencarp99306 жыл бұрын

    what an inspirational guy!!! highly articulate - shows it gets the best of us from all walks of life

  • @kokoloko7509
    @kokoloko75098 ай бұрын

    "It's always easier to cry than to change." I have been fighting to save my life for a long time, but addiction is hard to beat.

  • @rarity2006
    @rarity20066 жыл бұрын

    There is a great lesson to be learned by this mans story. I give him kudos for the courage it took to share what he went though

  • @jamey909
    @jamey9096 жыл бұрын

    Okay, I'm convinced now. He's definitely not performing for an audience. This is how he always speaks and acts.

  • @Sophie-cr4xg
    @Sophie-cr4xg5 жыл бұрын

    God bless this man and his recovery. No word of his story should be missed!

  • @spartanspartan497
    @spartanspartan4974 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Sir for sharing ur story today in our camp. All the best for the future 🤙🏽

  • @pbetftdi
    @pbetftdi5 жыл бұрын

    1/19/14 was my last bet

  • @badofcheese

    @badofcheese

    5 жыл бұрын

    pbetftdi Great effort that. I’m closing in on a year.

  • @ellenjackson522

    @ellenjackson522

    5 жыл бұрын

    Congrats One day at a time

  • @RobertHurleyJr

    @RobertHurleyJr

    5 жыл бұрын

    Stopped today

  • @TheKidJswizzY

    @TheKidJswizzY

    5 жыл бұрын

    Wow

  • @shoromeo

    @shoromeo

    5 жыл бұрын

    That's horrible. Get back to betting.

  • @nick6703
    @nick67035 жыл бұрын

    Watching this at 3AM after losing $3 on pokerstars

  • @michaelk9056

    @michaelk9056

    5 жыл бұрын

    5$ bet on Huuuugeeee Casino I lost it.. Bought a pizza and enjoyed it... Paid in full

  • @vik4486

    @vik4486

    5 жыл бұрын

    Pokerstars is rigged.... don't play it

  • @louielaolong2200

    @louielaolong2200

    5 жыл бұрын

    I lost over $32

  • @nzcc1503

    @nzcc1503

    4 жыл бұрын

    I have received my wages today. I knock off early visit Casino lost it all playing roulette Fks it's terrible

  • @wintertarzanjagrup2527

    @wintertarzanjagrup2527

    4 жыл бұрын

    @Dankanomics What did you lost it on

  • @madflava5101
    @madflava51012 жыл бұрын

    Thank you , I'm 19 and I know I have a problem. Its something I need to face but this video is something I will refer to as a regular reminder of how bad things can get. Thank you sir 🙏

  • @ryandelsignore

    @ryandelsignore

    Жыл бұрын

    How’s it going?

  • @ioneiroi8350

    @ioneiroi8350

    Жыл бұрын

    I do hope you've figured it out!

  • @uglyboijr3148

    @uglyboijr3148

    Жыл бұрын

    how’s it goin

  • @DJ-kk3co

    @DJ-kk3co

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m 23 and struggling. I keep telling myself once I get back even or up that I’m ganna quit but keep digging a hole

  • @donidog7493

    @donidog7493

    Жыл бұрын

    At least you’re only 19

  • @hayaglamazonluxe
    @hayaglamazonluxe6 жыл бұрын

    Very powerful speech and incredibly brave of him to share. Financial-related addictions and problems can be devastating.

  • @julianboakye8993
    @julianboakye89935 жыл бұрын

    I only come here after losing big and I get depressed. After a few days I get some money and I go back to sports betting. Hopefully , one day I can let it go forever.

  • @DrJ-hx7wv

    @DrJ-hx7wv

    5 жыл бұрын

    My friend, we both know you can't win. If you could, these people couldn't be in business for long.

  • @SoundOfaSoul

    @SoundOfaSoul

    5 жыл бұрын

    I know it seems like such a big chance or percentage that you will win instead of lose that next bet but I can tell you. For me it helped to see working a job to earn that money is like a 100% safe bet. You keep winning and suddenly u see the money stacking up. Nothings going anymore. Youre safe again. Please try it Im just 23 years old and very weak in this kind of things buf I did it and feel truly happy again. you should be able to do it too. I believe it.

  • @adjawoabdulrahim3580

    @adjawoabdulrahim3580

    4 жыл бұрын

    Julian Boakye bro, since I started sport betting I lost 10,000 Ghana cedis. If I get another money then i go back to betting then they chop me again. 😢 😢

  • @adjawoabdulrahim3580

    @adjawoabdulrahim3580

    4 жыл бұрын

    Stephen Humphery such as, please introduce me to any becuz I'm full of debt

  • @elbarto1200

    @elbarto1200

    4 жыл бұрын

    Same

  • @johncrazy8756
    @johncrazy87564 жыл бұрын

    great story and great man, that was able to overcome what many will never understand!!!

  • @JBIRD575
    @JBIRD5756 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the story I needed this today...!!!!

  • @Reddevil514
    @Reddevil5144 жыл бұрын

    Seen this guy live today at our army camp very inspiring!

  • @sroberry7
    @sroberry72 жыл бұрын

    I'm in tears because I fully understood every emotion he described. I haven't fallen as far but I think I was brought to this video prevent that fall. When I (on rare occasion) get up the guts to gaze upon the box of lost scratch tickets, I wish I could take it all back. Not even a million dollar win could fill the hole those cards only made worse in me.

  • @freddy-ip1pq

    @freddy-ip1pq

    2 жыл бұрын

    hi

  • @chriswoods662

    @chriswoods662

    2 жыл бұрын

    its not the money thats so bad its the feeling its so pointless (imo)

  • @Mark-lj1dj
    @Mark-lj1dj9 ай бұрын

    This guy has my utmost respect. He has excelled in everything. From success, to failure, to recovery, to success again. The fact that he gives back to others after his own recovery is fantastic.

  • @smith077906
    @smith0779066 жыл бұрын

    The rise and fall and rise again, beginners luck is always so unlucky long term

  • @maccauwic
    @maccauwic6 жыл бұрын

    You've reduced me to tears watching that. Thank you for your honesty. I will look to find a course near myself and I intend to join it.

  • @paulbrindley1874

    @paulbrindley1874

    4 жыл бұрын

    I bet you don’t 😂😂

  • @mmm00910

    @mmm00910

    10 ай бұрын

    @@paulbrindley1874 Chester Bennington is a coward remember that

  • @michealrawlings9281
    @michealrawlings92815 жыл бұрын

    Respect ✊🏾. This message is to let you know never give up and family is all you have in this life/world. A loss isn’t a loss it’s a lesson.

  • @Kingta17

    @Kingta17

    Жыл бұрын

    Lol lp

  • @appanpappan
    @appanpappan5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much for sharing your hard earned knowledge!

  • @JayDiamond
    @JayDiamond4 жыл бұрын

    Really brave to tell his story. Its a slippery slope, the self denial is strong. Im so glad he eventually recovered

  • @ruleetteout43

    @ruleetteout43

    3 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely. Telling your story is so powerful and the first real step in moving forward. No more hiding.

  • @robinacosta1698

    @robinacosta1698

    5 ай бұрын

    How do you recover.?..I need help.

  • @WalkingOnWater86
    @WalkingOnWater863 жыл бұрын

    I hope i get trough this. The hardest part is when you stop there is no penny left and the urge to win it back is so damn horrible!

  • @mikeprez8880

    @mikeprez8880

    Жыл бұрын

    How are you doing now?

  • @xnjn_DKkn

    @xnjn_DKkn

    Жыл бұрын

    For sure, and than u go back and loss, and than loss again, even do an all win, and lose money that was essential to you

  • @nohatenopain

    @nohatenopain

    Жыл бұрын

    Amen man. When you look back and realize how much time and money you have lost in it, then you feel like you can’t stop.

  • @jylessa_spiritgem4736
    @jylessa_spiritgem47363 жыл бұрын

    Oh my apologies, to the side who's story this is, I commend you for your openness and your willingness to share your story and in such a way it will inspire and encourage the next person to fix their addiction! May you and yours be blessed

  • @rubberduckie9556
    @rubberduckie95566 жыл бұрын

    wow this is inspiring God bless all that struggle through this addiction

  • @sheliapea1387
    @sheliapea13875 жыл бұрын

    Hope you are well. I wish you the best. Thank you for your story

  • @gstacks510
    @gstacks5105 жыл бұрын

    Damn what a compelling story, I'm glad he got his life back and is helping others.

  • @uri469
    @uri4695 жыл бұрын

    As an addict with teh roulette that completly change my mind, I absolutely regret spending each single dollar on the casino. Even though a part of me sill thinks that if ai bet i'll win for sure, the rational part is taking over and saying:" don't do that you will lose and you could save and spend it with more productive things. I thank you so much for changing my mind!

  • @frontseatdog4296
    @frontseatdog42965 жыл бұрын

    Real talk Justyn, thank you!

  • @alfiellajarca5667
    @alfiellajarca56672 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this story.

  • @dizzysleepers5005
    @dizzysleepers50056 жыл бұрын

    No matter what, this guy was born to be successful at anything he excelled at, even debt. You can do anything you put your mind to.

  • @nfloz11

    @nfloz11

    6 жыл бұрын

    dizzy sleepers Not anything. Many things yes. Not anything

  • @00Phat12345

    @00Phat12345

    5 жыл бұрын

    Except predicting who's going to win at sports.

  • @robertozamorabritojr.8512

    @robertozamorabritojr.8512

    3 жыл бұрын

    This is true!!

  • @lucianmarius4132
    @lucianmarius41324 жыл бұрын

    Last bet. December 24, 2019 - 300€ lost. Wish me luck guys to stop them because i'm going through a huge anxiety.

  • @toptechtips187

    @toptechtips187

    4 жыл бұрын

    Last bet 2 hours a go £65

  • @rolandwen7731

    @rolandwen7731

    4 жыл бұрын

    Try to find a new passion so you can fill that hole when you stop gambeling. Regularly attendance is Key so you don't skip sessions and it prevents you from falling into that hole again

  • @Kb_yyz

    @Kb_yyz

    4 жыл бұрын

    Lucian Marius buddy I lost $3100 on dec 18 😂😂😂 get a job

  • @chicagomojo

    @chicagomojo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Go to meetings, get a therapist. This is an addiction that can't be conquered alone.

  • @costinnitu3813

    @costinnitu3813

    4 жыл бұрын

    My last bet was today. Although I had periods of breaks and start over today I can say that I completely lost my appetite. It's simple: we must be aware about the fact that the house always wins and that there are so many variables that on the long run is just futile and destructive. Now I will go and buy some KFC and some chocolates and I will spend my time with my girlfriend/friends. The first sign of maturity is to know that success comes with extensive work...never by cutting corners. Head up, man!

  • @paulkeenan2691
    @paulkeenan26915 жыл бұрын

    Oh the sensations of our cravings-and the attachments we acquire to them

  • @Kamimay23
    @Kamimay235 жыл бұрын

    i am inspired of what you shared about your addictions,thank you Justyn....

  • @Lastcookie
    @Lastcookie6 жыл бұрын

    meet this man a few years back spoke the same cool dude good video

  • @hnenoska5315
    @hnenoska53157 ай бұрын

    Came here as i lost $15k betting on sports am feeling the worst ive ever felt in my life all the hard work i did all gone but i guess i learnt my lesson and id never bet again

  • @fruitpunchbigga3251

    @fruitpunchbigga3251

    5 ай бұрын

    Have you bet again ?

  • @professor7098

    @professor7098

    2 ай бұрын

    Sports is fixed

  • @ubahjames811
    @ubahjames8112 жыл бұрын

    This video made me shed tears after a long time. I am gradually leaving sports betting because it takes one no where

  • @hishustle6996
    @hishustle69962 жыл бұрын

    Wow. Brings me to tears hearing your story and how similar mine is to yours.

  • @onesmusmacharia3084
    @onesmusmacharia30845 жыл бұрын

    wow that video was really helpful ...,it is never too late to turn around ...thank you again God bless you

  • @Gauravtaneja1801
    @Gauravtaneja18015 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations and God bless you and your spirit..

  • @nadzyea9780
    @nadzyea97804 жыл бұрын

    Multiply his addiction by 3. So almost 10 years .plus add alochol and pokoes with it. Yea closing in over 400 thousand spent. Nothing to show for it. I only stopped a month ago. See how it will last

  • @Itried20takennames

    @Itried20takennames

    3 жыл бұрын

    If it doesn’t last, try again! Hopefully it sticks but if not it is not a failure, it is practice on your way to full quitting. Best wishes.

  • @bassistvoil

    @bassistvoil

    3 жыл бұрын

    How’re doing man? 11 months now...?

  • @bigkatspoker

    @bigkatspoker

    3 жыл бұрын

    Remember you have everything you need right now.

  • @docjnsn73a
    @docjnsn73a2 жыл бұрын

    What an amazing story. I sit at a slot machine as a way to unplug from the world for awhile. I dont lose a lot and even occasionally win (or at least thats what i tell myself) but watching this video i see so many similarities especially with the time im not spending with my family im ashamed of myself. The people in my life deserve better

  • @chasinghorse4447

    @chasinghorse4447

    2 жыл бұрын

    Jeff, I hope you are ok. I work at a casino, and see many who are sick and broken. I wish I had a family. I hope you can keep yours.

  • @docjnsn73a

    @docjnsn73a

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Chasing Horse Thank you for your concern and I actually mean that. I'm doing okay but I'm glad I realized it was becoming a problem. Unfortunately I haven't quit completely as it's a difficult addiction but I can honestly say I have slowed WAY down with it and am working towards total abstinence.

  • @jenniferramos2846

    @jenniferramos2846

    Жыл бұрын

    I am the same. I sit at the slots as a escape & as a reminder of my boyfriend whom passed away in 2021 cuz it’s what we did. Now I talk to him the whole time I’m there alone. It’s not good n I need to stop. I’m not losing family or possessions but I’ve thrown away probably at least $10,000 that could’ve gone to my debt. I think I’m stronger now to stay away. 🤞🏼

  • @ChannelTheGamer
    @ChannelTheGamer4 жыл бұрын

    Only until your pride and spirit is broken can you really stop. You'll always find ways to get more money but the mental aspect is what really keeps you going.

  • @engrkitkat7858
    @engrkitkat78583 жыл бұрын

    Great insights. Congratulations on turning your life around. 👍👍👍

  • @flashyjoeflashyjoe2787
    @flashyjoeflashyjoe27873 жыл бұрын

    Thanks you Justin. I’ll never forget the impact of this video on my life

  • @thomasmcglone2727

    @thomasmcglone2727

    3 жыл бұрын

    + 1 7 2 7 8 9 9 6 7 5 8 w h a t s a p p

  • @MrAnthonyVance
    @MrAnthonyVance4 жыл бұрын

    And a standing ovation to the speak!

  • @nicholeanntimoteo4922
    @nicholeanntimoteo49222 жыл бұрын

    I am struggling at this moment trying to find the will to dig myself & my family out of this hole I created. It took a lot to finally admit my addiction. I just need to find the strength to stay the straight path and not stray. The temptation is real but my family is what I need to remember to motivate me to quit.

  • @kane5445

    @kane5445

    Жыл бұрын

    I just want to let you know , Im here because I’m in pain and suffering immense mental breakdowns from my recent losses . I don’t know how to stop but today is my first time trying :-( . Hang in there . I need to get myself out of a 100K hole

  • @xnjn_DKkn

    @xnjn_DKkn

    Жыл бұрын

    @@kane5445 stay firm and away from the bets friend, as the guy said in the video, don't let your pride make you try to recover again, just accept that you lost and keep living, treat it like it was some urgent fact that made you lose your money, like surgery or an accident with your property, and you never want to recover the way you lost it.

  • @cmc5666
    @cmc56663 жыл бұрын

    Went to the casino a few days ago with $60. Left with $750. Went back the next night and won again, another $650. $1400 I had. Went back tonight, lost everything. Absolutely torn up about it. Such a rush, but the self loathing hurts the most. Don’t gamble, use that money for something nice. Something you can use, be proud of.

  • @frankwilliam8023

    @frankwilliam8023

    3 жыл бұрын

    I used to be an active gambler till I saw the better side in trading and earn multiple streams of passive income in trading in the stock market. All thanks to my forex and stock account manager Mr Harry Whyte, ever since I started trading with him for the past five years. I have never experienced any failed trade. You can contact him via his cellphone number on what's app +14074900129

  • @tarorune9466

    @tarorune9466

    2 жыл бұрын

    So u lost $60?

  • @roselovesmakeup

    @roselovesmakeup

    2 жыл бұрын

    What’s the point

  • @reencarl8998

    @reencarl8998

    Жыл бұрын

    Winning is what gets you hooked. I won 4 $1000, jackpots in about 10 days a few years ago. I thought I was invincible. Not the case, then I began to lose a lot more than I won!

  • @bigalexander
    @bigalexander4 жыл бұрын

    I find my self in everything that you said here. My last bet was on 14.10.2018 . One day at a time.

  • @dawids6450
    @dawids64504 жыл бұрын

    I really would like to say thank you 🙏 for this amazing speech. It’s just like listen the story about myself. I have 3 beautiful children and a lovely wife who is always right next to me. I know that I am pushing them away, loosing them every time when I gamble. Loosing money, dreams and everything I love, my family. I wish to be strong like you.

  • @ruleetteout43

    @ruleetteout43

    3 жыл бұрын

    You can be man. Keep on keeping on.

  • @Timmysminivanventures
    @Timmysminivanventures5 жыл бұрын

    Well done chap. Being reborn is an amazing thing.

  • @Real2k25

    @Real2k25

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yessir

  • @crazyredfoxes
    @crazyredfoxes4 жыл бұрын

    this man is an absolute G!

  • @stephbui5346
    @stephbui53466 жыл бұрын

    thank you for telling your story!

  • @nicolasweeney2084
    @nicolasweeney2084 Жыл бұрын

    Good on you for your heartbreaking honesty x👏🏻👏🏻

  • @riinasia
    @riinasia5 жыл бұрын

    All the best. Don't gamble ever again and thanks for your touching story.

  • @itsbread839
    @itsbread839 Жыл бұрын

    I cried knowing this is me I sold some of my possessions to think I can make it back and I even stole from my partner I absolutely hate myself. I appreciate you for sharing this.

  • @venkat757
    @venkat7573 жыл бұрын

    Well said bro.... Mental discipline is very important... I won 31000 with 3000.. I lost all 31000 same day by night.... I wanted to quit but My mind didn't allowed me... So I was chasing my intial deposit 3000, I lost 55000 in 10 days....

  • @nayankalapgarvlogs6613

    @nayankalapgarvlogs6613

    3 жыл бұрын

    Same I lost 30k my friend in 1xbet and Dream11

  • @g.sabatier5352

    @g.sabatier5352

    3 жыл бұрын

    I won and lost 94K within 5 days.....

  • @g.sabatier5352

    @g.sabatier5352

    3 жыл бұрын

    Makes you feel horrible but ultimately gotta forgive yourself and move forward

  • @user-yz8hg6qh5c

    @user-yz8hg6qh5c

    3 жыл бұрын

    Problem gamblers always lose money in the long run.. Expert gamblers make money in the long run.. n the house thrives on the multitudes of amateur and leisure gamblers out there There's a lot of discipline needed in multiplying money (passive income generation) fellas.. regardless of the process.. many problem gamblers end up blaming "the process" but in reality they had always lacked the skills necessary to generate passive income; which is what they were unknowingly trying to do

  • @nagarajun5556

    @nagarajun5556

    3 жыл бұрын

    On a long run no one will win...quit quit plese quit

  • @paulawagner6058
    @paulawagner60586 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your brutal honesty.

  • @ruleetteout43

    @ruleetteout43

    3 жыл бұрын

    Brutal honesty is often what's required. Full disclosure and no more hiding.

  • @chasityyoung815
    @chasityyoung8153 жыл бұрын

    God bless you! I needed this so badly today. My husband of 21 yrs has a big secret. I have asked him if he had gotten in over his head. I told him he could tell me and I would be right beside him fighting this beast with him. He WILL NOT admit it. He gets mad at me. We have nothing left of our once magical relationship and friendship. I'm lost. I don't know what to do.

  • @frankwilliam8023

    @frankwilliam8023

    3 жыл бұрын

    I used to be an active gambler till I saw the better side in trading and earn multiple streams of passive income in trading in the stock market. All thanks to my forex and stock account manager Mr Harry Whyte, ever since I started trading with him for the past five years. I have never experienced any failed trade. You can contact him via his cellphone number on what's app +14074900129

  • @LayLoow

    @LayLoow

    3 жыл бұрын

    Your husband is probably trying to fight his demon on his own because he got himself in the situation and feels guilty, it’s good you are being supportive, try taking his finances of him slowly so you have control and give him an allowance

  • @baradonna9205
    @baradonna92054 жыл бұрын

    Story teller perfecto. Well done.

  • @grahamallen934
    @grahamallen9344 жыл бұрын

    Stress and Depression whether brought on by oneself or by others can be difficult on the person to Comprehend...

  • @jay-rus4437
    @jay-rus44373 жыл бұрын

    After a similar story, on deferent specifics, I too climbed out of the hole that I dug and put my family and myself in. Priorities HAD to change. This isnt about having stuff....owning more....making more. The selfishness that I lived makes me sick today. Am thankful that my wife didnt take my family away from me....that was now 7-1/2 years ago. What an amazing family that I have the opportunity to be a part of. I also learned not to be so judgmental of others in difficult situations, even if it was caused by poor and self destructive actions. I can assure you that it can happen to anyone given the right circumstances and frame of mind. Wont bore anyone with the details, but life is not only better now, its better than its ever been. Even so, I wouldnt wish that path on anyone

  • @robinacosta1698

    @robinacosta1698

    5 ай бұрын

    How did you stop?...I need help with my addiction

  • @jay-rus4437

    @jay-rus4437

    5 ай бұрын

    @@robinacosta1698 … I’m honestly not a professional counselor, so I would hate to give inaccurate advice. Addiction can be extremely complex. I in fact did see a counselor that brought to my attention that there were underlying issues that were coming out in misbehavior and self inflicted harm. I would highly suggest that you reach out to a professional. The money I spent was minimal compared to what I would have spent continuing on the path I was. It’s been almost 10 years now, and I still have to consciously be aware of my mental health and what effect it can have on my actions. In short though, I can say with confidence that stepping away from a certain level of lifestyle was important for me. Keeping things simple removes a level of anxiety that tends to influence my seeking out what I feel at the time is financial success. The less my “need” for financial gain, the less likely I am to make rash decisions that I tend to justify in the moment.

  • @deejayforreal4189
    @deejayforreal41895 ай бұрын

    What a noble and satisfying story to reinvent yourself from the person you were. Excellent!

  • @timbuysse2665
    @timbuysse26655 жыл бұрын

    I've had problems, getting better...but it's crazy how it's so easy to say no and just not go to a casino or what ever it is, but yet you end up going

  • @rossyancey6278
    @rossyancey62784 жыл бұрын

    That was an amazing story. Thank you so much for sharing that.

  • @banjoolawale4165
    @banjoolawale4165 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Sir for this. I’ll also refer back to this video when things get better

  • @angelanicol6721
    @angelanicol67214 ай бұрын

    Massive respect. His honesty will save lives. I hope he knows that..

  • @kellennickel4354
    @kellennickel43543 жыл бұрын

    first time i sat down at a blackjack table i won about 3k it was the start of a terrible addiction

  • @antonsitcuk

    @antonsitcuk

    2 жыл бұрын

    Are you still addicted? Are you down bad?

  • @MrAnthonyVance
    @MrAnthonyVance4 жыл бұрын

    The best bet in any casino is the Exit Door.

  • @abdikaka5414
    @abdikaka54142 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your advice you have really helped us may God bless you

  • @ikechukwuogbuefi9765
    @ikechukwuogbuefi97652 жыл бұрын

    I needed this message

  • @mandywood3327
    @mandywood33276 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for telling your story. Its inspiring.

  • @alkay1922
    @alkay19226 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your inspiring honesty

  • @mr.m7002
    @mr.m7002Ай бұрын

    I needed this. Thank you.

  • @rachelannedc
    @rachelannedc Жыл бұрын

    This video made me so emotional, wow!

  • @mariocondello2282
    @mariocondello22826 жыл бұрын

    Awesome story.

  • @user-cv2qj4zj2p
    @user-cv2qj4zj2p3 жыл бұрын

    Don’t feel guilty anyone! The hardest part is admitting it’s a problem

  • @lw3106

    @lw3106

    2 жыл бұрын

    The hardest part is stopping lol.

  • @rayofhope8703
    @rayofhope87032 жыл бұрын

    Praying 🙏 for my brother to recover from this

  • @heiltecn9ne
    @heiltecn9ne6 ай бұрын

    Addiction is merciless

  • @Liweiwestside
    @Liweiwestside11 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your message. I gambled today and that will be the last of it till the death of me.

  • @lorrenlindsey6445

    @lorrenlindsey6445

    11 ай бұрын

    I am glad you boldly took this step!

  • @ikennakenneth1106

    @ikennakenneth1106

    10 ай бұрын

    😢

  • @ikennakenneth1106

    @ikennakenneth1106

    10 ай бұрын

    I am finished with this mess

  • @Liweiwestside

    @Liweiwestside

    10 ай бұрын

    Way to go king💪

  • @ayomidefrancis-akinlolu3035

    @ayomidefrancis-akinlolu3035

    8 ай бұрын

    @@ikennakenneth1106have you now finally quitter it?

  • @Immerszz
    @Immerszz6 жыл бұрын

    I admire him the honesty is real

  • @AbhishekAkhani
    @AbhishekAkhani5 жыл бұрын

    Great lesson for all gamblers like me. I am on the same way. Already lost around $6000. I keep on betting whole day. Its really an addiction. Need to stop it.

  • @andrewtodd5203

    @andrewtodd5203

    5 жыл бұрын

    Ive lost 100,000$

  • @hobonation5260

    @hobonation5260

    5 жыл бұрын

    Dang man I lost 940,000 and the loan sharks want me dead

  • @DrJ-hx7wv

    @DrJ-hx7wv

    5 жыл бұрын

    "If I stay long enough, I HAVE to win, right?" The law of averages isn't real.

  • @telemundo38

    @telemundo38

    4 жыл бұрын

    Only $6000 lmfaoo if only i was that lucky. Sounds like you winning to me.

  • @bodyloverz30

    @bodyloverz30

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@DrJ-hx7wv The problem is that the law of averages, is based on a long time and very large budget. Also, most casino games have a house edge, "The Vig", or Vigerish; so the longer you gamble, the more you lose.

  • @alifeofjoy29
    @alifeofjoy2911 ай бұрын

    Powerful testimony! To God be the glory! God is willing and ready to set free and deliver you from any bondage. He’s just waiting on you…🙏🏽

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