Jodie's Story

In this conversation, Jodie N. shares her journey of gambling harms and the work she does in this space. She talks about her first memories of gambling and how it didn't become a problem until later in life. The conversation also touches on the transference of addiction and the importance of addressing underlying issues in recovery. She also highlights the four pillars of recovery: home, health, community, and purpose. Jodie's story serves as a reminder that recovery is possible and that finding purpose can be a powerful motivator in overcoming the challenges of gambling harms. Jodie works for The Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health. For more information about the resources available, please visit: https://macgh.org/ **If you are struggling with your mental health or having thoughts of self harm, please seek the help of professionals. We only speak from our own perspective and experience. This recording should not be used as a replacement for professional help but as encouragement in your recovery journey.   ~ This episode is sponsored by The Better Institute - Where people go to get better!  https://betterinstitute.com/problem-gambling-help/' ~And Birches Health - Online Gambling Addiction Treatment That Works!  https://bircheshealth.com/ ~ The Gambling Clinic - Funded by the Tennessee Dept. of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services.  https://thegamblingclinic.com/ ************************************************************************************************************* For more information on the GRIT Act: https://www.ncpgambling.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/2022.09.01-GRIT-Act-OneSheet.pdf If you’d like to support the work I do please rate this episode (Please be Kind!) #gamblingaddiction #recovery #gamblersanonymous #gambling Helpful links: https://www.ncpgambling.org/ You can find State and International Resources Here https://800gambler.org/ https://gamban.com/ Online gambling blocking software https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/ https://gamblersinrecovery.com/ - 24/7 meetings all over the world https://recoveryroadonline.com/ - meetings throughout the day Christina Cook: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/ / [email protected] Terra Carbert: https://ambitiousaddicts.com/ Brian Hatch: https://endgamblingharm.com/ UK Help: https://gordonmoody.org.uk/ https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/services/new-beginnings Australia Help: https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/ Canada Help: https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling Podcasts: The Bet Free Life: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPTgu-Tss6gKy2kJaY8OvZA Ambitious Addicts: https://ambitiuosaddicts.libsyn.com/2021 All In: The Addicted Gambler’s Podcast: https://addictedgamblerpodcast.libsyn.com/ Support groups:  The BGS Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1520878581449100/ Ambitious Women in Recovery: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ambitiouswomeninrecovery/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1182930495779649/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/138607691434337/ https://www.facebook.com/TheSelfDiscoverySisterhood