Ep. 49 - How Did I Get Here with Eric F of The Gambling Recovery Lounge

Adam is NOT a Disney Adult...He's a Disney Enthusiast. Eric is a compulsive gambler in recovery. He recounts his early gambling experiences, the role his sexuality played in shaping his addiction, and the deep financial and emotional consequences that followed. Eric highlights the life-saving value of community and connection in recovery. Adam and Eric discuss the challenges within Gamblers Anonymous, including its need to evolve and become more inclusive. Eric also shares the personal growth he's experienced through the 12 steps — and how the process helped him reclaim his life.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Cold Open - Adam's Story
• 14:17 Interview with Eric F
• 17:10 Early Days as an Escape Gambler
• 26:51 Meeting his Partner, Online Gambling Starts the Spiraling
• 39:01 Not Knowing Its a Disease, Lowest Emotional Moment of His Life
• 51:08 First In-Person GA Meeting, Working in Recovery, The State of GA
• 1:17:56 What Recovery Has Given Him, What is his Higher Power
• 1:32:55 That Being Said...