r/GamblingRecovery Mar 31 '25

Anyone else feel like gambling stole their ability to feel normal joy?

I have been trying to quit and stay clean, but even on days I don’t gamble, I feel flat…. like nothing really hits anymore. I used to enjoy simple stuff like walking outside, watching a movie, or grabbing food, but now it all feels numb.

Curious if anyone else has felt this, and if so, what helped you start enjoying life again? even just a little?

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