Gambling is and can destroy lives, but first step is realizing u have a problem.
Remember to ask yourself why u are gambling in the first place ?, is it for the kick / thrill or trying to get that fast money ? or are u simply just enjoying it to the limit u feel u can afford to lose ?
If your a person that gets angry when losing, then your gambling more than u can afford. ( problem )
If your a person winning and keeps throwing them all back, but afterwards regrets doing so very so often. ( problem )
If your simply just gambling for the fun and sticking to your limits, then its way more controlled and more fun. ( good luck )
If you aint sure IF u have a problem, then try exclude yourself from gambling for a period of time .. IF you feel your thoughts is spinning around wanting to gamble and getting annoyed u cant, then its usually based on your not controlling your feelings towards gambling. AND thats a PROBLEM !
IF you lie towards your closed and loved ones because of gambling .. realize your not just hurting yourself now, but also the ones you love and loves you.
Stop gambling and sit down to analyze how you can turn this addiction towards a better life .. do yourself the favor of talking with the ones u love for help and support !
In most cases you will meet understanding support and your on the right path for taking control and getting other " hobbys " or intrests.