Fold em Podcast:
Help for Gambling Problems
Hear real stories of inspiration and motivation, knowing you’re not alone
Ep. 13 - Gambling Support for Families: Stepping Back & Setting Boundaries
Addressing gambling problems can be more like a marathon than a sprint. Read on and listen to these episodes of the podcast for real stories from family/spouses and expert advice on reaching the finish line.
Ep. 11 - Gambling Support for Families: From Coping to Moving Forward
Finding out about a loved one’s gambling problem can turn your life upside down. We help get your feet back on the ground. Hear a spouse talk about what has worked for her and what didn’t. Learn ways to talk to the gambler and encourage action in dealing with the problem. Listen in and move forward.
Ep. 10 - Effects of Gambling on Spouses & Families
This is our first of four episodes focusing on those affected by gambling problems: spouses, family & friends. Tune in to hear two spouses talk about their experiences and how they are moving forward. You don’t have to be alone with this.
Ep. 9 - Gambling Stress & Anxiety
Gambling problems are stressful for everyone involved. In this episode, learn about the impact of addiction, stress and anxiety on your nervous system and strategies to feel better. Tune in - this one will inspire!
Ep. 8 - Why Can’t I Stop Gambling? Let’s Look at Your Nervous System for Answers
Why is it so hard to pull back from gambling? In this episode, we learn about the connection between our nervous system and addiction. Our two guests bring many years of experience and wisdom to this topic.
Ep. 7 - Gambling Triggers & Cravings
Learning to recognize the earliest signs that gambling is pulling you is crucial for regaining control. In this episode, hear from a gambler who has been doing this. Listen in and be better prepared to catch gambling before it takes hold of you.
Ep 6 - Why is Gambling Addictive?
Tune in to this episode to better understand why gambling can change from feeling fun to being stressful and all-consuming. Hear from a former gambler and counsellor about how to get out of the cycle of gambling and stay out.
Ep. 5 - Online Gambling: Strategies to Keep it in Check
Have you stopped casino gambling, but are now betting online? Learn about the risks of online gambling, strategies to keep it in check, and what to do if it gets out of hand. Don’t leave it to chance. Listen in and make protecting yourself a sure thing.
Ep. 4 - Online Gambling: Signs of a Problem and Strategies to Stop
Many people are gambling online. But, do you know the signs it’s out of control and what to do if it is? Tune in to this episode for tips from an online gambler who works in the tech field and struggled to stop but ultimately did. Listen now to gain the upper hand with online gambling.
Ep. 3 - Help with Gambling Debt: Changing your Money Habits
Have you been a spender all your life? Juggling debt and bills? Tune in to this episode for tips from a gambler who changed her money habits. Learn about how to reach financial goals and decrease stress about money, while paying off gambling debt.
Ep. 2 - Help with Gambling Debt: Negotiating Support from Family & Friends
It can be hard to talk about gambling debt with a spouse or family member. In this episode, we offer tips for negotiating support so you can be more effective at taking control of gambling, paying off debt and reaching financial goals.
Ep. 1 - Help with Gambling Debt: Credit Counselling, Consumer Proposals & Bankruptcy
Gambling debt can have a major impact on you and your family. Listen to this episode to learn about options for dealing with unmanageable debt including credit counselling, consumer proposals and bankruptcy. Hear from a gambler who has been through it and will inspire you to take action.