On this week's episode of Life and Lessons, you’re going to hear a conversation I had with Patrick Foster.

For 12 years Patrick lived a secret second life.

To his friends and family, he was a happy, successful teacher.

But behind the scenes, Patrick was battling a gambling addiction. 

It’s one that would eventually cost him over £4,000,000, cost him his job, and almost cost him his life.

In the next hour, you’re going to learn:

1. How an innocent hobby can turn into an all-consuming addiction.

2. The bet that changed Patrick’s life forever, and why winning £35,000 was the worst thing that would have happened to him.

3. How it feels to gamble more than £4 million, borrow money, and eventually be found out. 

4. How Patrick managed to step away from his addiction, and enter into recovery.

And so much more. 

This is an interesting and important conversation.

Patrick’s willingness to be so open, honest and raw about his story not only shines a light on just how serious problem gambling can be, but also that recovery is possible.

Give this one a listen, and make sure you share it with anyone you think would benefit from hearing it. 

Order Patrick's new book 'Might Bite - The Secret Life of a Gambling Addict' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Might-Bite-Secret-Gambling-Addict/dp/147299213X

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