EPISODE · Sep 26, 2023 · 28 MIN
Making mistakes and second chances with Dr. James W. Smith (compulsive gambling)
from Linda's Corner: Conversations that help you heal, grow and thrive · host Linda Bjork/Dr. James W. Smith
In this episode of Linda's Corner, Dr. James W. Smith openly shares his story of how compulsive gambling led to losing everything and the uphill battle of reclaiming his life. Dr. James is a consultant, author, motivational speaker, podcast host, former attorney, and retired Pastor. You can learn more about Dr. James at his website https://www.dealbyme.com. Some of the highlights James shares: His story of early success as the first African American attorney in his city Becoming addicted to gambling and losing everything Becoming desperate and turning to crime to solve his problems Spending 5 years in prison for armed robbery What do you do to correct a mistake and reclaim your life? Accept your mistake. Confront it and accept responsibility. Have faith and confidence that you can do it - you can change your life How the fear of failure can drive us to lose our focus Encouraging, inspiring, transforming We can be forgiven. We can move on Once a compulsive gambler, always a compulsive gambler? Not necessarily And more Please share, subscribe, leave a rating and review, visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascornerpodcast.com and/or follow on youtube, facebook, instagram, and pinterest @lindascornerpodcast. Thanks! Also please visit the Hope for Healing website at hopeforhealingfoundation.org for free resources to increase happiness, build confidence and self esteem, improve relationships, manage stress, and calm feelings of depression and anxiety. Listen, Share, and Support If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who may need hope today. Be sure to subscribe, leave a rating and review, and help us spread more healing and inspiration to the world. Free Resource for Healing If you're ready to release stress, calm your mind, and begin healing from within, visit: 🌿 https://hopeforhealingfoundation.org Discover free resources to help you build confidence, improve relationships, and find peace as you become the champion of your own story.
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In this episode of Linda's Corner, Dr. James W. Smith openly shares his story of how compulsive gambling led to losing everything and the uphill battle of reclaiming his life. Dr. James is a consultant, author, motivational speaker, podcast host, former attorney, and retired Pastor. You can learn more about Dr. James at his website https://www.dealbyme.com. Some of the highlights James shares: His story of early success as the first African American attorney in his city Be...
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