Jamie Salsburg
Jamie: Compulsive Gambler
GSS 015: The Role of Willpower in Recovery
GSS 015: The Role of Willpower in Recovery
GSS 015: The Role of Willpower in Recovery
Friday 6th April 2018
Jamie Salsburg discusses the limits of willpower in gambling recovery and offers practical tips for sustainable success in 'The After Gambling Podcast'.
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14 minutes
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
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Transformative
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Author:
Jamie Salsburg
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Categories:
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!Beyond Willpower: Jamie's Journey to Sustainable Gambling Recovery
Willpower just isn't a great tool all in of itself. It's something that the more you use it, the more fatigued it becomes.
Jamie Salsburg, a former compulsive gambler, once believed that sheer willpower would be enough to quit gambling. In this episode of 'The After Gambling Podcast', Jamie candidly shares his initial struggles with relying solely on willpower to curb his addiction. Spoiler alert: it didn't work. He quickly learned that willpower alone isn't a sustainable strategy for long-term recovery.
Jamie's raw and honest storytelling draws you in as he explains how he shifted his approach to focus on keeping his 'willpower tank' full. But what does that mean? It's about finding joy and fulfillment in other activities, like attending GA meetings, participating in online forums, and connecting with fellow recoverees. Jamie emphasizes that support is crucial in this journey. He reminds listeners that patience and perseverance are key, and that recovery is not a one-size-fits-all process.
There's no magic bullet or scientific evidence suggesting a terminal condition where you're doomed to suffer forever. Instead, Jamie offers hope and practical advice on how to navigate the ups and downs of recovery. He also highlights the availability of support programs and hotlines worldwide, ensuring no one feels alone in their battle against gambling addiction. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with gambling addiction or supporting someone who is.
Jamie's insights and experiences provide a comforting and informative guide to finding sustainable recovery strategies.