Gifting scratch tickets and inviting young people to bet on poker or a sports event, may seem like harmless fun. Keep reading to learn about the risks of exposing young people to gambling. And, how the holidays are a tricky time for relapse if you’ve had problems with gambling in the past.

There is no question that gambling problems are stressful and difficult. But, can good things emerge from these problems for you and your life? Keep reading and listen to this episode to hear all the ways that life has changed for the better for Julie since stopping gambling 3 years ago and what contributed to this.

Gambling problems often lead people to do things they wouldn’t normally do. For some, that includes committing a financial crime. Hear Brian’s story of facing up to this reality, going through the court process, and what helped him to get through it.

Gambling problems and money problems often go hand-in-hand. Keep reading and listen to this episode to learn how to track your spending, pay down debt faster and save money.

For some, gambling leads to a situation where you unable to pay bills and debt when due. Learn about options available to help with this situation: consumer proposals and bankruptcy.

With gambling debt, it can feel like you are backed into a corner. But there are ways to move forward besides hoping for a big win. Learn about your rights and strategies when dealing with creditors and collection agencies. We share three options for addressing unmanageable debt.

It’s normal to get caught up in the emotions of gambling. Who hasn’t had thoughts such as, “I’m on a lucky streak!” or “I’m due for a win.” We share common examples of faulty thinking about gambling and present some facts about slots, gambling odds, and the signs of problem gambling.

How can you tell if gambling is a problem? Learn about seven warning signs of compulsive gambling. We also offer guidance on next steps to take if you or a loved one has concerns about gambling.

If you gamble, how do you know how much is too much? What limits should you set to keep your gambling in check and prevent gambling problems? Keep reading and listen to this episode of Fold em to learn about the new lower-risk gambling guidelines.

There are many options available for help, support and treatment with gambling concerns. Learn about these and how to find what works best for you.

The first nine months after you stop gambling can be challenging. Hear from Christina about how she moved through a tidal wave of emotions in the first 90-days and dealt with cravings. Learn about keeping life in balance, recovery in the forefront, and rebuilding a life that feels peaceful and meaningful.

Our reflex is usually to keep gambling issues private. But, opening up can not only feel good, it’s often what is needed to finally break free. Hear one man’s story of finding his voice and how it led him away from gambling.