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  <title>79. Is it Time to Make a Change?</title>
  <description>Making changes isn't easy.&amp;amp;nbsp; When gambling gets out of control, change is often more challenging.&amp;amp;nbsp; It can be hard to get to that place where you're ready to pull back from gambling.&amp;amp;nbsp; When you do stop, there are so many other issues to address (finances, relationships, your health) that it can feel overwhelming.&amp;amp;nbsp; It's not unusual to find that gambling hooks you in again. In this episode, we offer guidance on how to get a good start with making whatever changes you want to tackle.&amp;amp;nbsp; We'll offer tips for staying on track and handling setbacks.&amp;amp;nbsp; You hear Shane tell his personal story about stopping gambling and getting his life in balance.&amp;amp;nbsp; Dr. Taslim Alani-Verjee, a Clinical Psychologist from Toronto, shares practical suggestions for being successful with change. Listen to episode 79 to hear:  A personal story of taking action to stop gambling and get life back in balance Strategies for getting a good start when making changes for yourself How to avoid setbacks and get back on track when they happen  To read a summary of this episode, go to the blog at www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca.&amp;amp;nbsp; To hear an earlier conversation with Shane about preventing relapse, listen to episode 69 (Sept 22, 2023).&amp;amp;nbsp; To connect with Dr. Taslim Alani-Verjee, visit her website at drtaslim.com. If you live in British Columbia and would like help for gambling concerns, reach out to our free, confidential counselling and outreach services.&amp;amp;nbsp; Connect with us online at Gambling Support BC or call 1-888-795-6111. If you would like to connect with online groups and supports, here's some options: Gamblers Anonymous Gam-Anon GamTalk (online chat forum) Recovery Road Online Gamblers in Recovery The Broke Girl Society To connect with Fold em through&amp;amp;nbsp;Facebook or Instagram, find us at Foldem Podcast.&amp;amp;nbsp; You can also reach out through Foldempodcast@gmail.com.&amp;amp;nbsp; We welcome feedback and topics for upcoming episodes. Fold em is funded by Gambling Support BC. Thanks for listening! &amp;amp;nbsp; </description>
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