Empowring Productions, Inc.
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Nickels
Nickels
Friday 10th January 2020
Hear Sophie’s journey from compulsive gambling at 60 to recovery through Gambler's Anonymous on Steppin' Out Radio.
20 minutes
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Sophie’s Gamble: From Slot Machines to Sobriety
To the women gamblers out there, I say: face it if you have a problem, because there are other things in life that are so much more fulfilling than to sit at a slot machine and you don't know that unless you stop gambling and have the room in your heart for everything else to come in- because it will not come in as long as you're gambling- there is no room for anything else.
Sophie’s tale is a captivating one, proving that addiction can strike at any age. At 60, after achieving sobriety from other addictions, she found herself drawn to the bright lights of Atlantic City’s slot machines. What started as a casual pastime during her beach walks quickly spiraled into a compulsive habit. Sophie’s nickel bets soon escalated to dropping hundreds of dollars in just a few hours.
Her attempts to limit herself were futile; she would often dash home to grab more money, digging deep into her savings. The cycle seemed unbreakable until a friend pointed her towards Gambler's Anonymous. Through this supportive community, Sophie confronted her addiction head-on and discovered a life of fulfillment beyond the casino floors. Her story serves as a powerful reminder that it's never too late to seek help and reclaim control over your life.