I'm Still Addicted to Gambling

[@AFRHmusic]

Remember, having an urge is completely different from acting on your urges

[@DerekBearzi]

Appreciate you bro!

[@craigk3581]

This is your strongest message ever! Not many gamblers I have met in GA meetings can attain the level of self-control you demonstrate in you shares.

[@DerekBearzi]

Thanks bro. Hopefully more of this anti gambling stuff can reach people in need

[@valgrapes6010]

Hi Derek, Thanks for your videos. Things you were talking about regarding addiction to poker and gambling in general resonated with me. I used to a regular poker player at the local casino and online. And I don’t believe I was a winning one too. I still remember coming home from the casino after a loosing session with only just enough money to buy some groceries and pay rent till next pay check. I was in the dump, feeling crushed. What helped me to stop was my girlfriend who was completely against gambling as her dad had a bad history of this addiction. I loved her too much to loose her over a stupid game. And after a few years of withdrawing myself from poker I don’t miss it at all. I have a lot more going on in my life that requires tons of attention. I have a baby girl (9m.o.) and my beautiful wife that saved me for who knows what future. I do occasionally get poker fever and urge to play but notice that it goes away pretty quickly. Last night I went to the casino to try playing cards and see whether I will feel same urge as in the past. To my surprise it brought back bad memories and I didn’t enjoy it at all. Poker is way behind now. Wish you all the best in your self-improvement journey and KZbin endeavour.👍🏻

[@EthanZ45]

I’m here with man I’m 21 been playing poker in house games and card room all over Texas and fuck man your stories are very relatable this life as a gambler is very fucking rough and dark and filled with so many crazy story’s love your channel man 🙏 don’t feel bad about watching poker I’m glad u holding your self accountable but I believe we can get trough this shit. When u talk about the “shadow” it get real and dark in that mind set was just in that mind set 2 days ago but was about to get back my $100 I lost plus $34 but I’m was in pure shadow mode so stupid of me my back-roll was $300 and was down to $100 that night that god I won because I have a wrestling show I bought tickets with that I really needed that money for I don’t know why I went and gamble this video helped thanks

[@lochlannthomson306]

Congradulations Derek, you did a great job! Thanks for being humble and transparent and sharing your story to help others. ☮️

[@DerekBearzi]

No problem! Trying to share as much of my experience as I can. Hopefully my sharing, it will benefit those in need.

[@WallOrange]

as a compulsive eater and alcoholic. night time is the worst time by far for me. been sober a while now

[@Mitch_100]

Salute keep going. If u fall...get back up and stay in the fight...simple

[@DerekBearzi]

Me too brotha, at night is the worst. I always make stupid/poor decisions late at night

[@ratherbeflying101]

Your a smart young man, thank you for helping all of us problem gamblers. I've been gambling since I was 18 years old. I quit in 2020 I'm 65 now. You can just imagine all the crap I've been through. Watching people like you has kept me sane. I watched a man win 35 million at horseshoe vegas in the late 80's playing craps. He gave it all back , yuuup it was insane. His name was Archie

[@DerekBearzi]

Thats awesome to hear bro, so you're 3 years free from gambling? All the best!

[@Ken-NovaScotia]

Stay strong and stay blessed .so glad you resisted temptation

[@DerekBearzi]

Ken Smith!

[@hns8207]

I love ur videos man, kept me sane for now. Dont stop uploading dude, saved my life like a lot!

[@karolina2293]

Thank you sharing so openly!

[@DerekBearzi]

You're welcome Karolina! Hopefully the video was helpful

[@joghog3279]

Transparency diminishes the power of the urges. I haven’t gambled in over a year, but still miss it sometimes. So funny that you mentioned how self exclusion doesn’t work…. I have a misdemeanor on my record for violating the self exclusion and hitting a huge jackpot. You REALLY have to want to quit, and take steps to avoid triggers.❤thank you for sharing!

[@DerekBearzi]

No prob! I'm glad when any of these anti-gambling videos help people

[@thegrayparty]

Great job avoiding the relapse!

[@steveng8727]

Thanks Derek, addicted to the poker clubs here in Asia, you're helping me quit.

[@Ken-NovaScotia]

Sadly i gave into my urges yet again . Just got home from walking to bank and depositing the last of my money . Mentally tired of relapsing .

[@DerekBearzi]

I hope you're doing better my friend. These urges are insane, they last for years.

[@Ken-NovaScotia]

I remain optimistic so that in itself is something my friend

[@Ken-NovaScotia]

Thank you kiki ❤

[@extrememinimalism]

I don't struggle with gambling, but have suffered many other problems [self harm, pornography, caffeine, eating disorder, to name a few] and can say that the very fact that you posted this, is progress. The ability to shout about a relapse or near relapse is impressive, especially considering your channel talks about gambling.

[@Ken-NovaScotia]

The worst was always the sun coming up and still sitting there playing .

[@DerekBearzi]

Those days were painful bro

[@Ken-NovaScotia]

They were . I appreciate you brother

[@recovery66]

Iam depsperate to pay off my debt and never gamble ever again, its fucking hurt in every way

[@DerekBearzi]

quit gambling and never go back bro

[@recovery66]

@@DerekBearzi i will, but know it still messed with my life, can i get through this bro? I fell so helpless

[@chillioutfit3919]

I am 19 years old, I also have poker addiction. I haven't lost that much money but it decreases my life quality greatly. Even after good session I don't even feel good, I just want more. Hopefully I can stay strong so I can spend my twenties doing something reasonable.

[@chillioutfit3919]

Great video also appreciate it

[@rleeusaraga77]

My urges gambling cost too much. I hate myself. Pissed my addiction. Shit.

[@christiegowonafolahan8553]

Hope you get the right support

[@rleeusaraga77]

@@christiegowonafolahan8553 thank you my friend I definitely need spiritual & mentally strong to overcome. I'm sober now. I don't want chase money for now I should be happy with my income & start saving again.

[@DerekBearzi]

Today is the day to quit gambling bro

[@annoymousxlalal4758]

Just keep digging mate. It's the only way out. The time you stop digging is when you jump the bridge. You are forever an addict.

[@heinedevries2820]

Thanks.

[@DerekBearzi]

You're welcome

[@louisiles1446]

New subscriber, I personally think its a shame you couldn't stick to your poker career, you obviously had the skill and talent to beat the game, Perhaps poor BR management and being lured by the other casino games was ultimately your downfall I have personally found poker to have a profound positive effect on myself, it teaches me to not be emotional and make poor decisions based on fear or greed, skills which can be transferred into real life, it's taught me how to effectively manage my money, its taught me alot about other people and their tendencies. There is a fine line between poker and gambling and if your not careful the two can merge. Peace.

[@patrickprendergast9589]

what does any serious bets mean derek

[@DerekBearzi]

I guess it depends on the person. Making a bunch of $2 bets wont effect my life, but making $2,000 bets will negativity effect my family.

[@patrickprendergast9589]

@@DerekBearzi thanks for responding your videos help me

[@markcameroon6613]

i think recovery recovered is a joke we kidd ourselves its a daily battle least for me anyway stay strong sheeerrr will power brother !! its all a lie 🤥 🤥

[@claudioamaro9647]

como eu te entendo. obrigado

[@shivanichauhan28006]

Can I get a reply?