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EPISODE · Mar 17, 2025 · 13 MIN

March Madness Again, Biggest Gambling Event

from The 1% in Recovery Successful Gamblers & Alcoholics Stopping Addiction · host Hugo V

Text and Be HeardMarch Madness gambling is projected to reach $3.1 billion this year, a 15% increase from 2024, creating devastating financial and personal consequences for individuals and the economy.• Gambling is not entertainment—it's an addictive product more dangerous than heroin• Legal betting continues to increase while offshore illegal betting is estimated to be four times higher• The lie that gambling can be done "responsibly" is pushed by industry-affiliated recovery professionals• Gambling creates physical tension, anxiety, and stress throughout the entire betting process• The money flowing into gambling operations affects household spending and economic activity• Gambling addiction remains hidden until financial catastrophe like eviction or repossession looms• Legalized gambling does not bring integrity to sports—it increases manipulation and corruption• Simply watching games without betting leads to greater enjoyment without the negative emotionsJoin our Recovery Freedom Circle on Facebook where we talk about recovery, dreams, goals, and provide support for those struggling with addiction. The link is below.Support the showRecovery is Beautiful.   Go Live Your Best Life!!Facebook Group - Recovery Freedom Circle | FacebookYour EQ is Your IQYouTube -    Life Is Wonderful   Hugo VRecovery Freedom CircleThe System That Understands Recovery, Builds Character  and Helps People Have Better Relationships.A Life Changing Solution, Saves You Time, 18 weekswww.lifeiswonderful.love  Instagram -  Lifeiswonderful.LoveTikTok -  Lifeiswonderful.LovePinterest -   Lifeiswonderful.LoveX -     LifeWonderLoveLinkedIn -   Hugo Vrsalovic    LinkedIn -   The 1% in Recovery

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Text and Be Heard March Madness gambling is projected to reach $3.1 billion this year, a 15% increase from 2024, creating devastating financial and personal consequences for individuals and the economy. • Gambling is not entertainment—it's an addictive product more dangerous than heroin • Legal betting continues to increase while offshore illegal betting is estimated to be four times higher • The lie that gambling can be done "responsibly" is pushed by industry-affiliated recovery profession...

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