GAMBLING 1: are you going bust?

 Are you, or someone you know, gambling away the future?

Many people gamble a little and do so with discretion and responsible limits.  But some people do have a problem, and even more are on the edge of developing a problem with limiting and controlling their gambling.

Here are some warning signs:

• Needing to gamble larger and larger amounts to maintain the thrill.

• Blocks of time that are unaccounted for.

• Mood swings based on winning or losing .

• Using retirement funds or life insurance to finance gambling.

Some states, including California, sponsor a specialized Problem Gambling program.  The California version provides free counseling with specially trained therapists. 

Just contact the California Office of Problem Gambling (1-800-426-2537) or in another state contact the State Dept of Mental Health for a referral.

 Get help today, for yourself or for someone else.

Quotes for Intentional Living –

Quote for Intentional Living

“The dogmas of the quiet past are inadequate to the stormy present.  The occasion is piled high with difficulty,and we must rise with the occasion.

As our case is new, so we must think anew and act anew.”

                          Abraham Lincoln