With easy access to sports betting, many people are finding it has become a daily habit.  Over time, it can take up more time, focus and money and stall your life.  

In this episode of Fold em, hear from James, a passionate traveller and podcaster, who was swept into this world but has since reclaimed his life.   We delve into the impact of sports betting on him, his decision to step back from it, and how he has rediscovered other passions.

Listen to episode 87 and hear about:

• Taking an honest look at the time, energy and money going into sports betting
• Strategies for pulling back
• What to say to friends, when you decrease or stop betting
• How to handle free time and boredom when you're gambling less

To read a summary of this episode, go to the blog for episode 87 at www.problemgamblinghelp.ca.  Reach out to James at the Winging it Travel Podcast.

If you live in British Columbia and would like help for gambling concerns, reach out to our free, confidential counselling and outreach services.  Connect with us online at Gambling Support BC or call 1-888-795-6111.

To connect with gambling problem help outside of British Columbia:

Canada:  click here

United States:  National Council on Problem Gambling

United Kingdom:  GamCare

Australia:  Gamblers' Help

If you live outside of these areas, search online for "Gambling Problem Help" in your country.

To connect with online groups and supports, here's some options:

Gamblers Anonymous

Gam-Anon

GamTalk (online chat forum)

Recovery Road Online

Gamblers, Families and Friends in Recovery

The Broke Girl Society

Reach out to us at Fold em through Facebook or Instagram. Find us at Foldem Podcast.  You can also send us an email to [email protected].  We welcome feedback and topics for upcoming episodes.

Fold em is funded by Gambling Support BC.