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Winning £127,000 Was The Worst Day Of My Life | Lisa's Gambling Story


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I interview Lisa Walker about her gambling addiction story. 🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/ZUx9qIm4sNY

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Lisa's Link to New Beginnings: https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/support-information/new-beginnings

When Lisa Walker hit a royal flush and won over £127,000 in a UK casino, everyone told her it would be life changing. They were right, but not in the way anyone expected. That jackpot pulled her into a 16 year gambling addiction that took her house, her savings, and left her homeless with her two children. In this powerful conversation, Lisa shares how early arcade games and fruit machines as a child set the stage, how fixed-odds betting terminals and trips to Las Vegas accelerated the spiral, and what it felt like to lose roughly half a million pounds over the years. She talks about the shame, secrecy, and stigma women face around gambling, why she felt ignored when she asked for help, and the day she finally walked into Gamblers Anonymous on April 2, 2018 and everything changed. Today Lisa works with Bet No More UK and runs New Beginnings, a women-only program supporting both people with gambling problems and those affected by someone else’s gambling. We discuss online gambling in the UK, aggressive advertising, why women are gambling more in secret, and what needs to change. If you are chasing losses, hiding bets, or supporting someone who is, this episode is for you. Check the description for links to New Beginnings and other support options in the UK, US, and beyond.

This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction.

🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources

👀 Do you have a gambling addiction? Watch this to find out: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPmaejpuzCcnfWaFOaPt2mSu&si=_pg9d3S7ddsnX-xb

1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr

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