I have also been a compulsive gambler for years. It takes a ton of inner strength and determination to finally quit this horrible addiction. The key is that you have to WANT to quit. And I mean ANY form of gambling. This means NO free play, NO purchasing lottery tickets, NO going to casinos, not even to dine at their restaurants, no matter how cheap their prices are. You have to start by first admitting that you're a compulsive gambler, then admitting that you've probably hurt many people in your life, including family members and friends. Then you will need to deal with the repercussions from being absent from so many family events and milestones. Then it's the guilt...and you WILL feel guilty!!! Trust me, I got SO tired of feeling crappy after I lost all of my money. It's a horrible feeling to lose everything you own...and I mean everything!! If this is even remotely what you're going through, then please feel free to discusss! I am by no means an expert, as I've only been gamble-free for the past 8 months. But I can help you get back on track if you really want to quit. It's entirely up to you!!