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EPISODE · Mar 31, 2026 · 41 MIN

E31 Gambling Addiction, Overcoming Debt, and Finding a New Pattern

from Half Serious · host Tess

This week we talk to Paul Nash about how he got addicted to gambling, and how he was able to overcome the decade long addiction. We also go into the topics about why gambling is such a dangerous addiction. Although it may not kill you like drugs or alcohol can, the mental toll and monetary devastation can lead to suicidal ideation or worse. Not only did Paul readjust his life to take gambling completely out of it, but he was also able to change his relationship with food to look an immense amount of weight as well. In his recovery, he recovered a whole new life and appreciate for healthy habits. Now, he hopes to grow more knowledge on the dangers of gambling, and how to better see the signs in friends/relatives that might have a hidden problem. Website now up!- yep and we have merch!TRIGGER WARNING should be assumed with all episodes. This is real life with real problems. But along with that is real advice on how they got through it. Listen long enough and you may find the thing that gets you over that next hurdle. Feel  free to reach out if you would like to be a guest or share with someone you think should be. We are always looking for new people that have a story to tell. Email: [email protected]

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This week we talk to Paul Nash about how he got addicted to gambling, and how he was able to overcome the decade long addiction. We also go into the topics about why gambling is such a dangerous addiction. Although it may not kill you like drugs or alcohol can, the mental toll and monetary devastation can lead to suicidal ideation or worse. Not only did Paul readjust his life to take gambling completely out of it, but he was also able to change his relationship with food to look an imme...

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