In this episode of The Broke Girl Society Podcast, Christina is joined by Jim and Janice from GamFin to explore the financial harms caused by gambling.

Jim shares his personal experience with gambling-related harm and how it led him to his work at GamFin.

Janice explains her role in guiding clients through the complexities of their financial situations while also acknowledging the emotional toll of gambling. The discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing the emotional dimensions of gambling-related harm, the vital role of financial counseling in recovery, and the long-term, generational impacts of gambling behaviors.

Janice and Christina also delve into the challenges of managing debt and recovering from gambling related harms. They stress the importance of understanding one’s financial reality, setting achievable goals, and navigating the emotional aspects of financial recovery.

They also highlight the significance of self-compassion and the need for strong support systems as individuals work through the difficulties of financial management and recovery.

**If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self harm, please seek the help of professionals. We only speak from our own perspective and experience. This recording should not be used as a replacement for professional help but as encouragement in your recovery journey.  

~ This episode is sponsored by The Better Institute - Where people go to get better!

 https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/'

~Birches Health - Online Gambling Disorder Treatment That Works!

 https://bircheshealth.com/

~ The Gambling Clinic - Funded by the Tennessee Dept. of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services.

 https://thegamblingclinic.com/

~ Gamfin -  Financial Counseling with counselors who understand the impacts of gambling on financial health and individual goals. (For those in the US only). 

https://www.gamfin.org/ 

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For more information on the GRIT Act:

https://www.ncpgambling.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2022.09.01-GRIT-Act-OneSheet.pdf

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Helpful links:

https://www.ncpgambling.org/ You can find State and International Resources Here

https://800gambler.org/

https://gamban.com/ Online gambling blocking software

https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/

https://gamblersinrecovery.com/ - 24/7 meetings all over the world

https://recoveryroadonline.com/ - meetings throughout the day

https://www.gamfin.org/ - Financial Counseling for those in the US. 

Christina Cook: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/ / [email protected]

Terra Carbert: https://ambitiousaddicts.com/

Brian Hatch: https://endgamblingharm.com/

UK Help:

https://gordonmoody.org.uk/

https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/services/new-beginnings

Australia Help:

https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/

Canada Help:

https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling

Podcasts:

The Bet Free Life: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPTgu-Tss6gKy2kJaY8OvZA

Ambitious Addicts: https://ambitiuosaddicts.libsyn.com/2021

All In: The Addicted Gambler’s Podcast: https://addictedgamblerpodcast.libsyn.com/

Support groups: 

The BGS Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1520878581449100/

Ambitious Women in Recovery: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ambitiouswomeninrecovery/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1182930495779649/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/138607691434337/

https://www.facebook.com/TheSelfDiscoverySisterhood