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Atarakpa: 11:54am On May 20
The same way you enter it simple.

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Chickensoup: 11:56am On May 20
Willpower, determination, taking gradual steps or finding a more entertaining hobby to get your mind off it.

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virginboy1(m): 11:58am On May 20
Uchenna10:
I always loose money to virtual, there's this betkiing shop opposite my street, they do other businesses like POS transactions, anytime I go there to withdraw money, I'd end up playing virtual bets.

Lost 30k today, lost 22k on Wednesday...I've been loosing my hard earned money for 2yrs nw in that same betshop.

I'll be rounding up with NYSC next month, no single savings.... I'm tired, dunno how to stop.😩😩

Bro, I can really imagine the pain you're going through. Gambling addiction, like other addictions. Be it drugs, porn, or even excessive masturbation, is not something easy to overcome. But the fact that you’ve opened up about it here, despite knowing how toxic this forums can get sometimes, shows one thing clearly: you truly want to change. And that's the first major step.

First, understand this: gambling addiction is not just a habit. It’s a form of mental struggle, and it often needs more than just willpower. One of the most important things is to let go of the belief that you’ll strike it big one day. That mindset keeps many people trapped.

Avoiding the environment that triggers you is also crucial. If that bet shop is always pulling you in, consider switching to another POS location—even if it’s further away. It might seem small, but removing the temptation helps a lot.

You might also want to consider ing a group—there are a few Nigerian-based communities online that focus on quitting gambling. A good place to start is following someone like @lobistars on Twitter. He organizes sessions where people share their strategies for quitting and staying clean.

Also, try to stay active—mentally and physically. Idle time is dangerous. Even something as simple as regular exercise or learning a skill online can help shift your focus.

You’re not alone in this. And you’re definitely not beyond help. Keep pushing, stay honest with yourself, and don’t be ashamed to seek help ,even professional help if you can afford it. You still have time to rebuild, especially now that NYSC is ending.

Wishing you strength and healing, bro. You can overcome this.

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Funkyswagzz(m): 11:58am On May 20
Uchenna10:
I always loose money to virtual, there's this betkiing shop opposite my street, they do other businesses like POS transactions, anytime I go there to withdraw money, I'd end up playing virtual bets.

Lost 30k today, lost 22k on Wednesday...I've been loosing my hard earned money for 2yrs nw in that same betshop.

I'll be rounding up with NYSC next month, no single savings.... I'm tired, dunno how to stop.😩😩

Find something doing that will fetch you good money then you will definitely stop gambling. The purpose of you gambling is to make good money so once you find something to replace it automatically you will stop.

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9gel(m): 11:58am On May 20

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L5HnGyOixJo?feature=sharedquote author=Uchenna10 post=135418630]I always loose money to virtual, there's this betkiing shop opposite my street, they do other businesses like POS transactions, anytime I go there to withdraw money, I'd end up playing virtual bets.

Lost 30k today, lost 22k on Wednesday...I've been loosing my hard earned money for 2yrs nw in that same betshop.

I'll be rounding up with NYSC next month, no single savings.... I'm tired, dunno how to stop.😩😩[/quote]

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Mohak01: 11:59am On May 20
With sincere prayer and self determination you can conquer the addiction
Samuche2000: 11:59am On May 20
Ask God to help you deal with the problem of gambling.
Be disciplined as well. One without discipline is like a building without wall.

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dapsoneh: 12:01pm On May 20
Sope purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr grin
Henix(m): 12:01pm On May 20
Uchenna10:
I always loose money to virtual, there's this betkiing shop opposite my street, they do other businesses like POS transactions, anytime I go there to withdraw money, I'd end up playing virtual bets.

Lost 30k today, lost 22k on Wednesday...I've been loosing my hard earned money for 2yrs nw in that same betshop.

I'll be rounding up with NYSC next month, no single savings.... I'm tired, dunno how to stop.😩😩

U are living unproductive life. You can only stop when you are eventually ready to be truthful to yourself
obinna58(m): 12:02pm On May 20
E be like I’m the only person in Nigeria having fun with betting, betting have been helping me in this coursed economy


Betting is like using a pencil to draw, it’s a pure work of art, it’s psychological art, those who know more about football will understand this

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Ttipsy(f): 12:03pm On May 20
stop watching football

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Pejah97: 12:04pm On May 20
obinna58:
E be like I’m the only person in Nigeria having fun with betting, betting have been helping me in this coursed economy


Betting is like using a pencil to draw, it’s a pure work of art, it’s psychological art, those who know more about football will understand this
do U mind sharing Ur booking grin grin
spencekat(m): 12:05pm On May 20
Uchenna10:


Yea, I'll.... gambling is not a good tin at all,no matter the amount won, they'll collect it back.
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Talismann: 12:06pm On May 20
Uchenna10:



I do smoke loud,but I stopped cos i started having shortness of breath lately,tho I drink alcohol......

my brother, na woman!zing remain for you oo.
After you just start that one, your life go don damage finish

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merits(m): 12:08pm On May 20
Nothing do you bro you are almost there continue doing the gambling,by the time you are left with only one boxer you brain 🧠 will open to stop the nonsense
wale2020: 12:09pm On May 20
Hello Bro. Please visit this site https://gamblealert.org.ng/ or call this number +234 916 295 7989 for help.

One thing about gambling is to learn to use your disposable income only.
babyfaceafrica: 12:10pm On May 20
Find another addiction
Pelumy2652(m): 12:12pm On May 20
The earlier you stop the better for you.
Is a weakness on your part.
And you have to be intentional about it.
Stopping take gradual process

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PastorFire: 12:14pm On May 20
I just bought a new IPhone now with a game I played. If you dey lose, na u Sabi.

Wetin carry u go virtual sef grin
inforesource: 12:14pm On May 20
1st, understand why you went into gambling. It all started there. Next what you started with the intention of doubling your money, ended up hijacked my spirits. If it was something that involve no spirit, you will just wake up one day and stop it. But, No. So what you need now is a higher Spirit, called the Holy Spirit. Submit to Him and watch the power subdued. Without this solution, you can't do much to that spirit behind the longing to play. You may decided to do it without the Holy Spirit, but I bet you, you will go back to it and this time, very strong.

So, my solution to you is the Holy Spirit of Jesus Christ.
ArcSEMPECJ(m): 12:14pm On May 20
Uchenna10:
I always loose money to virtual, there's this betkiing shop opposite my street, they do other businesses like POS transactions, anytime I go there to withdraw money, I'd end up playing virtual bets.

Lost 30k today, lost 22k on Wednesday...I've been loosing my hard earned money for 2yrs nw in that same betshop.

I'll be rounding up with NYSC next month, no single savings.... I'm tired, dunno how to stop.😩😩

Go to your bank, open a piggy bank, instruct them to be taking 80% of any money that comes to your and save it to your and never allow you come to take it until 3-6months time depending...

If you earn in cash, get someone who will stand for you , to collect any money you make everyday 80% and be saving it for you....look for an aggressive girlfriend to assist you on this...

Then don't forget prayers , that God should give you the willing heart to go and do this...

Is better to be broke and hungry but have #1M in your ....( This one doesn't kill )

Than squandering your #1M and still be broke and hungry.... 😂 😂( This one is worst than HIV)

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gigabyte13: 12:16pm On May 20
The truth be say
Your life don end before e start my brother
Nobody go help you oooooooooooo
Na you go run from anybody or anything wey dey gamble around you.
Avoid them patapata
Make Dem hate you
You sef hate Dem
When your life better
Dem go live you back.

I get bad bad stories to tell about gambling addiction but not now
OfficialP: 12:16pm On May 20
Uchenna10:
I always loose money to virtual, there's this betkiing shop opposite my street, they do other businesses like POS transactions, anytime I go there to withdraw money, I'd end up playing virtual bets.

Lost 30k today, lost 22k on Wednesday...I've been loosing my hard earned money for 2yrs nw in that same betshop.

I'll be rounding up with NYSC next month, no single savings.... I'm tired, dunno how to stop.😩😩

No addiction is hard to break, na you dey soft on the addiction

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treatise: 12:17pm On May 20
Uchenna10:
I always loose money to virtual, there's this betkiing shop opposite my street, they do other businesses like POS transactions, anytime I go there to withdraw money, I'd end up playing virtual bets.

Lost 30k today, lost 22k on Wednesday...I've been loosing my hard earned money for 2yrs nw in that same betshop.

I'll be rounding up with NYSC next month, no single savings.... I'm tired, dunno how to stop.😩😩
Donald Trump who's a messiah to Christian fundamentalists has casinos(gambling or betting) ; take this from me, virtual games are meant to drain punters but if you must bet do live sports by following recommendations from experts. Betting is a business of speculating future outcomes of sports activities just the way people speculate forex and crypto future prices. Be disciplined or visit other POS shops in order to avoid temptations.

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Hugo55(m): 12:18pm On May 20
Betting has a lot to do with: 1) Managing risk 2) Discipline.

You must not chase millions, thousands, and hundreds of money.

Oh my dear! you want to use to use 100naira to win millions of naira. That's greed ! Unfortunately everything betting is been built on greed! And it works because people are greedy.

Keyword: learn to manage risk and staying discipline!

Betting is about attitude and mind set!
Betting pays me everyday. I see it as sport investment not just betting.

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Faposky95: 12:18pm On May 20
Read Addiction gambling conquering.....

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