The LIES & EXCUSES of a Gambling Addict | Excusing Problem Gambling | Gambling Addiction VLOG

[@thelieutenant3171]

Thank you for making these video's Phil. I was a daily gambler for years, fully aware of being an addict. I didn't make up a lot of excuses or lies to myself, but instead became a very desperate man hoping to catch a break at one point. I hid the addiction from friends and family and became lonely, anxious and even more selfdestructive. I'm a year gambling free now, I managed to make a payment for a house with the money I saved and I'm happier than ever. But I'm still a gambling addict. And whenever I feel the urge, or I need some reassurement, I watch your video's. Again, thank you very much.

[@mickykedian7753]

Great work mate. Great post 👍

[@GreensRams]

Thanks for sharing, stick with it!

[@glj1377]

A good lieutant, indeed. Phil great as always. Phiis like a cousin for me

[@edbrown2998]

The 'it's only money' thing is the worst, because aside from the other things you could do with that money - irrespective of the financial element - you're also losing your time. I remember realising that even if I didn't have significant financial losses, I'd still spent almost every evening for a few years gambling - and it wasn't that I could point at any particularly meaningful evenings over that span. And obviously by doing that you're also costing yourself the friends you could go out and make / keep too. That was pretty powerful for me - even if I 'won', I was still losing at the same time.

[@fuzzmosisr8601]

You're the man Phil! I had an online slot machine addiction and I've been binging and listening to your clips every day and they're really helping. God bless, hope all is well brother.

[@cupcakepaper6523]

You have the best videos about gambling. You need to make a workbook and do chapters in a video series. Your delivery and content is amazing. You are one smart chap!

[@adamking3653]

I really can't thank you enough for producing these videos. I typed 'I can't stop gambling' into KZbin and have discovered your channel. I am the man with all the excuses you're describing. The last point you make I've always said is like pressing the 'f--k it' switch that we all have - that resignation that this is just how it is and not caring any more. Watching these videos is the first positive step I've taken to try to resolve this problem and I feel much more confident of making a success of it after being able to relate to so much of what you're saying. Thanks again x

[@shimmyrecordings4998]

After subscribing to gamstop in may for a 5 year period.. it's been both good and bad, days where I really feel like gambling I can't and on my strong days I'm so grateful for it. The only temptations I've got are the machines in pubs... I don't go to the bookies and I haven't actually gambled any money about 2 months straight. It's a very weird journey I'm on and it feels good to not lose my money all the time instead I'm investing in other parts of my life. Cheers for the videos mate

[@Andy-oi7pw]

Hi Phil, ive been a subscriber of your channel for years, youve hit so many nerves of mine that i buried deep, this video explaining the desperation of "oh well ive lost so much that i might as well lose it all thats just me" i was in deep financial debt, 4 years later, ive adjusted my ways and my attitude, now i can give my kids and grandkids what they want, with your help ive managed to recognise whats important to me, not how important gambling is to me, you gave me space and clarity based upon your pain you have shared with so many, gambling addiction is such a lonely place to be. No more excuses, no more lies, im back in the real world watching what i earn making the lives of who i love better, thankyou Phil x

[@farmersmith7057]

I’m not a gambler, but I find your thoughts really interesting and helpful. You are very eloquent and your words I believe are impacting (in a positive way) more than just people with gambling problems. The philosophies around gambling can be applied to so many other areas of life. I went through many years of depression and low self esteem. We can wallow in the “loser” belief when things turn against us. Whether that’s a machine saying you lost money, or you don’t get a job or partner or whatever, it’s a similar feeling. Gamblers have psychological issues that so many non-gamblers have too. It’s just that the non-gamblers are using / abusing other ways to deal with them.

[@skittles2055]

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[@stokepokerchat]

Thanks Phil recently embarked on a new years resolution of trying to kick the habit again following several failed attempts and relapses last years and before and your videos are helping a lot

[@Ken-NovaScotia]

Best video I have seen yet . Thank u Phil for what you do for all of us . Was a gambler for 20 years and lost everything along the way . Been gambling free for a bit now and more determined than ever to stay that way.

[@nicholasmyers7385]

I so needed this video. Thank you so much. I'm trying and not wanting to give up.

[@Neil-uw5jr]

Keep the content coming Phil. Legend!

[@MrJambo198614]

Hope all is well Phil . Great video all them excuses I’ve used time and time again . In recovery now one day at a time

[@Devil_bby_]

Thank you for making these videos I’ve only just come to accept I have a problem and struggling tonight after a big loss. I’ve realised the way I talk to myself while gambling isn’t the right way to think I want to change it before I lose everything

[@davidpayne4096]

Mate, not sure what you are going through but you got me off gambling 2 years ago. Your help literally saved my life. I help a lot of people now in the mental health space and physical health space as a health coach. If you need any help please reach out. Legend 👊

[@Kishangopal5024]

Hello David , i am an Indian student who has been trapped in vicious cycle of gambling , I have relapsed so many times, please help me !!!

[@skittles2055]

@@Kishangopal5024 💕💫 best wishes. Hey David, you there for this dear soul reaching out, as you offered?

[@bluejaym237]

Great video. I’ve been addicted to sports gambling for 10 plus years. This really hit home.

[@AstrocatOriginal]

Lots of great points made, appreciate you

[@ryanmcauley4602]

Thanks

[@cheesegraham2387]

It's only money ,I don't think I even saw it as money ,just something that made the machine work 🤣 ,I got back from new York 4 days ago ,5 months prior I put every penny I had towards making that trip happen ,2 years ago I would have been sat at a poker machine for 6/7 hours at a time ,why ,I don't even know now to be honest ,it wasn't about money ,maybe escapism,who knows ,I stood at the top of the empire state building and had a little chuckle about how I finally made it ,this is only because I got this habit out of my life ,partly down to you ,cheers again, being gamble free is the best feeling

[@Smog202]

I know someone who just came back from New York a few days ago, were you there for a wedding?? 👍

[@cheesegraham2387]

@@Smog202 nah a dj gig which i made into an 8 day trip

[@Ooops1984]

A Gambling addict will blow $1,000's of dollars in a casino, but wont spend $1 to upsize a combo meal...

[@cdenisewilkerson]

They won’t spend anymore than they have to on their spouses either!!

[@slotsplay642]

​@@cdenisewilkersonbs I like roulette and every win I have herself always gets half so not to go back to the house lol

[@WhoooopThatTrick]

Man you’ve really helped me, get my mind around this

[@gaussminigun7095]

these are life lessons for anyone with any bad habits they want to get rid of

[@susanguy925]

I used to hear random strangers say, he's lost a packet on the machine and they would be waiting for me to finish to take all my money. This used to make me put even more money in to try and win the jackpot myself so they didn't get a chance! Haha what a mug I was to play these things. NEVER AGAIN.

[@prancer4743]

We missed you so much thank you 🙏🙏🙏👍😄

[@Okc1976]

Hope your doing good brother and all is well with you and your family. I know you have talked about your beliefs and would never offend you. I know for this old okie from oklahoma you are a Godsend and I know the good lord put your channel in my life. From first hand experience your channel has help me more then you could ever know. So many times your videos are so on point! I watch them on a daily basis trust me. You were put on this old earth for a reason and I am so glad you were. Hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas and God bless brother.

[@Chris-vl8yu]

Brilliant video.

[@billargueta5458]

I've stopped gambling g for weeks Turing into months and the excuses still roll thru my head but the one that stands put it ill just play once.

[@Smog202]

There he is, always cheers me up a Only Phil video. Pleased your feeling more yourself fella 👊👍

[@lewisbracken5520]

*you’re

[@Ben-ks5bm]

Go follow chip you weirdo

[@simonrees9117]

Good job Phil.

[@Eric-db8uf]

From Vegas and Missouri - Thanks!

[@cupcakepaper6523]

Phil read the Univ of Minnesota research about NAC supplements for gambling impulse control disorders. 600 mg bid (twice per day) great for your liver also.

[@nidzokrki]

Didnt knew this, thanks

[@yesman8074]

Lol never knew these excuses existed. I never gave excuses to justify my behaviour gambling😅but anyways GREAT VIDEO AS ALWAYS!

[@longhead3476]

I done some betting today, that's it for me pack it in now, years of losses basically. Cheers for the videos.

[@nasirbaba7982]

I.lose everything on gambling...sold everything for slot mechine.

[@Smog202]

Hope your keeping well fella, long time no hear?? 👊👍

[@mobilemodular5725]

I work with a gambling addict. He's bad. He'll blow his whole whole paycheck in one night. Then come up with fantastical lies every damn week to explain why he's broke and then beg for money. I just called him out last night because I was sick of it. Sick of the lies. Sick of the stories. Sick of giving him money.

[@Lastcookie]

The haze/ red mist is real

[@grandpre9442]

I think I'm the worst gambler there is. Never been in debt. Together me and the missus will bring about £3,000 in per month. Say £700 left after all bills and nessisities are paid. So what do I do every month? I gamble around £500 of the £700 with out fail. Sounds ok to everyone else, bills are paid etc .. But we never have money to do things like normal families because my gambling. I hate myself so much for it. All it takes is a puncture £65 spend. Or washing machine goes down and I gamble more to try to win that money. Hate myself so much.

[@grandpre9442]

@@JP-ln4ue thank you for the reply and you're right. But the tools are one thing. Sadly in my head there are two of me. My Brain always loses the battle to control my Mind. I can't get my Brain to stop my mind before walking in. Only once I've lost or won does my brain either tell me off for losing or tell me I was lucky now don't ever do that again! But tomorrow is always when the mind takes over. Sadly, when I have money I can afford to spend my mind controls me, I can't control my mind. When, like now being the 12th Nov I have no funds until payday on 26th, My Brain kicks my mind in touch and sadly I push myself and my family into survival mode for the next 2 weeks. Pathetic I know. Harder still with Christmas next month all my fault I know It's just something I have to work out and quick. Thanks again for the comment.

[@jbgem1369]

I have been listening to you for quite a while now yet i played and lose AGAIN!

[@gemzpleasance4349]

Still here phil xxxx have been from your first upload xxx

[@aliro1]

How do you get over wanting your money back and thinking you can win again. I spent 100 made 500 lost it all put a 100 back in won 1100 lost all that as well be now I feel like I won 1000 I can do it again to recoup the loses how do I stop them thoughts? Thanks

[@shroomssadow4981]

Was doing so well for years. Then mobile sports betting is legal in the state and I told myself I would only play for small money. Gas money, groceries etc. then I lost a couple hundred and I was getting pissed and betting more and more

[@VirtualBetKING]

Where are you man! we miss you ranting😆

[@Pr0d1g3]

Maybe he had a relapse?

[@heng8617]

Pure unadulterated slavery is the life of an addict.When master becomes slave and slave becomes master.The betting industry will bleed you dry.....and you will be nobody...if you volunteer to stay a SLAVE. Keep up the work mate,it's real.

[@MarkSmith-tp6zc]

£500 done at Rainbow Casino, sprayed my colour far and wide, had one £90 hit then done the rest with the bloke next to me winning hand over fist. Phil that one bloody well hurt. I went to the cashpoint and daily limit exceeded. I coudn't get my last £170 and went home. Next morning I was glad I did but I'd have gambled that away too.

[@Skulls6769]

Can I have some advice, I'm not dishonest as a rule, but I've been lying to someone who I respect just to get money for gambling due to addiction. How should I approach them to explain? I will pay back obviously I owe them a grand and I'm going to pay them 100 tomorrow for a start. How does one get over the shame of behaving in a dishonest way? Does it just take time? I don't believe people without addiction genuinely understand why one has behaved in such a way.. its so demeaning...thanks

[@Andy-oi7pw]

dont beat yourself up, its an addiction and a powerful one, it makes us lie,cheat and be shameless, pay the money back and congratulate yourself when its done, try to move on from there, good luck

[@Skulls6769]

@@Andy-oi7pw I will thanks

[@azeezk9053]

I had to subscribe I’ve lost over 10k I’m in debt and had to drop out of college because of gambling I dont know how to get out of this

[@squirrely_nuts14988]

this is hypalinx?

[@onlyphil]

Nope. You wouldn’t be the first to suggest it though 👍🏻

[@squirrely_nuts14988]

@@onlyphil you sound exactly like him 🤣

[@josephgreen2008]

You are a nice person Phil. You could be a mate of mine and I would be happy to call you that. Really hope you can get on top of your addiction. Although I never got into any debt because of my gambling addiction. I know only too well how it is to be skint all the time because of it. The UK is one of the worst places to get a gambling addiction as there are ''bookies'' on practically every street as well as online gambling. I spent 15 years trying to stop gambling and could only do so in the end when I moved to Brazil to start a new life with my dear wife here. I am still a gambler but not to the same way and I think I always will be. Although anyone that knows me here would just know me as a successful business person who did well in life. Hope you get a handle on this and move onto better things. Maybe start a business......it's a gamble.

[@ciararespect4296]

He hasn't got an addiction 😂

[@Chad-wk2pm]

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[@Crim1995]

Has he relapsed ?

[@SOSM209]

Excuses Are hurting you…

[@mixing343]

Hi Phil, would you like to collaborate with a book on this subject? Serious proposition, we'd go 50/50. I've laid the groundwork but I need peer input. Pls PM me if you're interested.

[@mike981]

Gamblers blame the casinos or the bookies but if they took ownership and blamed themselves, they could finally stop.

[@webidevo]

cheers for videos' new to channel. recommend a video on outing all streamers like craig, jimbo, fruity, bandit, kim etc.... "sign up to my affiliation link for cash giveaway but theres no regulation to giveaway", i.e if streamer records giveaway and spin of wheel doesnt give wanted outcome, then stop record and spin wheel again. i'm not saying this always happens, but theres no regulation to stop a streamer from doing this!

[@cheesegraham2387]

I mean come on ,nothing that they say or do is honest

[@CASINO197]

LOL NEVER GO FOR GAMBLING IF YOU DON’T HAVE CASINO WINNING STRATEGY TRICKS

[@squirrely_nuts14988]

im pretty sure this guy is hypalinx

[@MyThoughtsonEverything11]

Thanks