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A Day at a Time by Craig Nakken is an essential recovery tool for compulsive gamblers, with daily reflections and prayers that offer hope, support, and guidance throughout the year.

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  • MARCH 29 Reflection for the Day

    Why do people gamble compulsively? Dr. Robert Custer, a pioneer in the treatment of compulsive gambling, believed we have four basic human needs—affection, approval, recognition, and self-confidence. When these needs are not met, people feel inadequate and overwhelmed by life. Gambling may—for a time—appear to fill these needs. But whatever the cause, the principles and Fellowship of Gamblers Anonymous have proved effective in helping thousands overcome the compulsion to gamble.

    Am I grateful for the insights and fellowship of Gamblers Anonymous?

    Today I Pray

    May God expand my understanding of the illness of compulsive gambling through life stories shared in the safe harbor of the GA meeting. There, we learn the true meaning of winning—over the addiction to gambling and all of its life-affecting negative effects. May God continue to show me the positives that can be mine through working the Program honestly and wholeheartedly.

    Today I Will Remember

    The Program has the answers.

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    Ika-29 ng Marso

    Pagninilay para sa Araw na ito

    Bakit naaadik ang mga tao sa pagsusugal? Naniniwala si Dr. Robert Custer, isang nangunguna sa paggamot sa adiksyon sa pagsusugal, na mayroon tayong apat na pangunahing pangangailangan bilang tao—pagmamahal, pag-apruba, pagkilala, at tiwala sa sarili. Kapag ang mga pangangailangang ito ay hindi natutugunan, ang mga tao ay nakadarama ng kakulangan at nalulula sa buhay. Ang pagsusugal ay maaaring—sa loob ng ilang sandali—lumilitaw na tumutugon sa mga pangangailangang ito. Ngunit anuman ang dahilan, ang mga prinsipyo at Fellowship ng Gamblers Anonymous ay napatunayang epektibo sa pagtulong sa libu-libong tao na mapagtagumpayan ang adiksyon sa pagsusugal.

    Nagpapasalamat ba ako sa mga kaalaman at fellowship ng Gamblers Anonymous?

    Ngayon ipinagdarasal ko…

    Nawa’y palawakin ng Diyos ang aking pang-unawa sa sakit ng adiksyon sa pagsusugal sa pamamagitan ng mga kwento ng buhay na ibinahagi sa ligtas na daungan ng GA meeting. Doon, nalalaman natin ang tunay na kahulugan ng panalo—sa adiksyon sa pagsusugal at sa lahat ng negatibong epekto nito sa buhay. Nawa’y patuloy na ipakita sa akin ng Diyos ang mga positibong maaaring maging akin sa pamamagitan ng pagtatrabaho ng Programa nang tapat at buong puso.

    Ngayon tatandaan ko…

    Nasa Programa ang mga sagot.


    *** PAUNAWA: Pinapaalam po na ang pagsasalin sa Tagalog ng “Pagninilay sa Araw na Ito” ay hindi aprubado ng GA International Service Office. Ito po ay ginagawa ng BETS OFF HOME GROUP para makatulong sa mga adik na gustong magbago.

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A Day at a Time can serve as a beacon of hope and guidance for individuals grappling with the shackles of compulsive gambling. In the throes of addiction, each day can seem like an insurmountable challenge, but adopting a daily reflection practice can illuminate a path towards recovery. This practice involves introspection, encouraging the individual to carefully examine their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors throughout the day. By scrutinizing their experiences, they begin to unravel the intricate web of triggers and patterns that fuel their gambling impulses. This heightened self-awareness lays the groundwork for transformation.

Mindfulness is a cornerstone of this process.

It encourages the compulsive gambler to be present in each moment, to recognize the fleeting thoughts of temptation as they arise. Armed with this awareness, they can intercept the impulse before it gains a stranglehold on their actions. This newfound clarity enables them to develop coping strategies tailored to their specific triggers. They might engage in alternative activities that channel their energy positively or reach out to a support network when cravings surge.

Breaking the journey into manageable chunks, focusing on one day at a time, is a crucial aspect of this approach. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the daunting prospect of battling addiction, the individual sets realistic daily goals. With every day successfully navigated, a sense of accomplishment takes root, reinforcing their commitment to recovery. This positive reinforcement, accumulated over time, becomes a sturdy foundation upon which lasting change is built.

As days evolve into weeks and weeks into months, the cumulative effect of daily reflection becomes evident. The individual’s once-turbulent thoughts begin to settle, and their actions align more closely with their aspirations. With persistence, the grip of addiction loosens, allowing them to reclaim agency over their life. Through this gradual process, the compulsive gambler emerges as a testament to the power of self-awareness, mindfulness, and resilience. A day at a time, they rewrite their story, embracing a future defined by freedom rather than compulsion.