The “money management problem” was upsetting Ed’s family and making him feel helpless. He tried to quit gambling many times on his own only to fail. “I have two brothers. Before my mother died she had private conversations with each of us. She told me to stop gambling, that it was ruining my life. I wanted to quit for her, but even then, I just couldn’t do it on my own.”

However, eventually Ed did “do it.” With the support of GA, Ed is marking his 30th anniversary in recovery. He’s had many happy memories in this life …the life that he never dreamt was possible. “Life is so good. It is 180 degrees different than it was when I was gambling. I have more self-esteem than I ever had. I have been able to cope with unemployment, divorce, and a heart attack.”