The next  three stages deal with even greater behavioral change You have now decided to take action against your gambling addiction, you now believe you can stop your gambling addiction and the sixth stage is where you actually stop gambling and replace all the self destructive patterns with healthy thoughts on your way to recovery.

 

Stage 4: Action

Now it’s time to “just do it.”

Strategy: Put your plan into motion

·        Make your environment conducive for change.

·        Leave notes reminding yourself what you need to do when you are feeling _______?

·        Reward yourself when sticking to your plan.

·        THINK long-term.

1.      You’re forming a life-long  habit here.

2.       Do not get discouraged – You have the remainder of your life.

 

Stage 5: Maintenance

You have been working on making changes (on a daily basis) for six months, and you have realized you can do it.

Strategy: Work out the kinks

·        Create a mental image of yourself changing into your desired outcome.

1.      THINK of it often.

2.      Identify with the positive image.

·        Learn from your mistakes, and figure out how to avoid them next time.

·        Watch for the benefits to happen

1.       Less fear

2.       More esteem

3.      Confidence

4.      Feeling safe with your self.

Stage 6: Termination

You’ve done it! You’ve made the change. Your choice to change has replaced old thoughts, feelings and behaviors with positive and healthy ones. This is the the stage where you actually stop your gambling and replace all the self destructive patterns with healthy thoughts on your way to recovery.

Please feel free to email Keith if you have any other questions at info@istoppedgambling.com.

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