# I Lost Everything To Gambling Before Turning 21 | Josiah's Addiction

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Podcast: [ODAAT Gambling Awareness](https://stenobird.com/podcast/odaat-gambling-awareness-7028015)
Published: 2026-06-20T20:27:11+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/odaatrecovery/2930810
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## Resource

A 21-year-old shares how online gambling took his business, car, apartment, and friends. 🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/NurCWVRYVEY?si=zzmegEOfNIxqmomg 🙌 Gamban has just launched a new Discord platform for those looking to chat about gambling addiction and recovery in partnership with the CS2 team Ecstatic! Sign up here: https://discord.gg/mYJYCEN2ch Josiah was only 19 when he first got pulled into online gambling after watching slot streamers and gambling clips online. What started as small bets quickly turned into a serious gambling addiction that cost him his business, car, apartment, friendships, rent money, and nearly his life before he turned 21. In this gambling addiction recovery podcast, Josiah shares how online slots, blackjack, drinking, chasing losses, and gambling with rent money led him into a destructive cycle. He opens up about losing thousands of dollars, isolating from friends, stealing rent money, hitting rock bottom, and finally deciding to quit gambling. This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. 🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources 👀 Do you have a gambling addiction? Watch this to find out: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPmaejpuzCcnfWaFOaPt2mSu&si=_pg9d3S7ddsnX-xb 1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdr…

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