Jamie Salsburg
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AG 040: Mental & Physical Exhaustion from Gambling Addiction
AG 040: Mental & Physical Exhaustion from Gambling Addiction
AG 040: Mental & Physical Exhaustion from Gambling Addiction
Friday 12th October 2018
Jamie Salsburg shares tips to overcome mental and physical exhaustion from gambling addiction in this episode of The After Gambling Podcast.
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17 minutes
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Jamie Salsburg
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Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Battling Exhaustion: Jamie Salsburg’s Tips for Gambling Recovery
Living with a gambling addiction is both mentally and physically exhausting. Even in recovery, exhaustion can lead to anxiety and depression.
Ever felt utterly drained by the endless cycle of gambling? Jamie Salsburg, host of 'The After Gambling Podcast', knows that feeling all too well. In this episode, Jamie, a former compulsive gambler, opens up about the mental and physical toll gambling addiction takes on your life. He doesn’t just stop at identifying the problem; he dives into practical solutions to help you regain control and energy in your recovery journey.
Jamie talks about how gambling disrupts your sleep patterns, leading to a vicious cycle of exhaustion. He emphasizes the importance of establishing a regular sleep schedule to reclaim your nights and, eventually, your days. But it’s not just about sleep. The constant mental gymnastics of gambling can leave you feeling mentally fried. Jamie shares some straightforward strategies to combat this, like focusing on what you can control and seeking support from others. Money issues often loom large in gambling addiction.
Jamie gets real about the stress of debt and offers advice on creating a manageable plan to tackle it without getting overwhelmed. He also highlights the benefits of exercise and healthy eating, drawing from his own experience of feeling better after shedding some pounds. This episode isn’t just a list of do’s and don’ts. It’s filled with Jamie’s personal anecdotes and honest reflections, making it feel like you’re getting advice from a friend who’s been there.
Whether you’re in the thick of addiction or on the path to recovery, Jamie’s insights offer a blend of empathy and actionable steps to help you move forward. Tune in to hear Jamie’s heartfelt advice and start taking steps towards a more balanced, healthier life.