Recovery Guides | HOLDON Blog

Identifying Things That Remind You of Gambling

Learn how to recognize and manage environmental triggers during your recovery journey from gambling addiction.

July 14, 2026

Gambling Addiction Treatment: Expert-Recommended Approaches to Recovery

Explore evidence-based gambling addiction treatment options including therapy, counseling, support groups, and when to seek professional help.

July 14, 2026

Recovery Guides

How Changing Your Environment Reduces Cravings

Discover how environmental changes support gambling addiction recovery. Learn practical strategies to manage your surroundings with HOLDON.

July 13, 2026

Recovery Guides

How to Quit Gambling: Taking Your First Steps to Freedom

Ready to quit gambling? Learn practical, step-by-step strategies to break free from gambling addiction, from self-awareness to building a support network.

July 13, 2026

Recovery Guides

Put Your Phone Down Before Bed: A Small Change That Supports Recovery

How a bedtime routine without your phone can reduce gambling urges and support your recovery journey with HOLDON.

July 12, 2026

Recovery Guides

Finding Spirituality and Meaning in Your Recovery Journey

Discover how spiritual practices and purposeful living can strengthen your recovery from gambling addiction and bring stability to your life.

July 12, 2026

Recovery Guides

Build a 10-Minute After-Work Routine for Recovery

Those first 10 minutes after work matter most. Learn how small environmental changes can reshape your entire evening and support your recovery.

July 11, 2026

Recovery Guides

How Nutrition Supports Your Recovery Journey

Discover how proper nutrition and healthy eating habits support brain healing and emotional stability during recovery.

July 11, 2026

Recovery Guides

3 Ways to Fill Risky Weekend Hours During Recovery

Transform vulnerable weekend time slots into meaningful activities that support your gambling recovery journey.

July 10, 2026

Recovery Guides

The Power of Gratitude Practice in Recovery

Discover how cultivating gratitude can shift your perspective and strengthen your motivation throughout recovery.

July 10, 2026

Recovery Guides

Creating Your No-Go Zones: Building an Environment That Supports Recovery

Learn how to set physical and psychological boundaries that protect your gambling recovery journey.

July 9, 2026

Recovery Guides

Setting Meaningful Goals in Your Recovery Journey

Learn how to create realistic, purpose-driven goals that support long-term recovery and build momentum one step at a time.

July 9, 2026

Recovery Guides

How Easy Is It to Access Your Cash and Cards? Environmental Design for Recovery

Learn why controlling access to money is one of the most practical steps in gambling addiction recovery.

July 8, 2026

Recovery Guides

Rebuilding Trust With Your Children in Recovery

Learn how to repair relationships with your children and model healthy behaviors as you recover from gambling addiction.

July 8, 2026

Recovery Guides

Creating Space Between the Urge and the Bet: Environmental Design for Recovery

Learn how small environmental changes create friction that gives you time to pause before gambling. Distance is your ally in recovery.

July 7, 2026

Recovery Guides

Setting Boundaries With People Who Gamble

Create a recovery-supporting environment by establishing healthy boundaries with gambling circles and relationships.

July 6, 2026

Recovery Guides

Speaking Up With Your Healthcare Provider: A Guide to Better Treatment Support

Learn how to advocate for yourself and build a collaborative relationship with your healthcare team during addiction recovery.

July 6, 2026

Recovery Guides

Creating a Safer Path: How to Navigate Around High-Risk Places in Recovery

Learn practical strategies to identify risky environments and build new daily routes that support your gambling recovery journey.

July 5, 2026

Recovery Guides

Understanding Emotional Changes Throughout Your Recovery Journey

Learn what emotional shifts to expect at each stage of gambling recovery and how to navigate them with compassion for yourself.

July 5, 2026

Recovery Guides

Creating a Gambling-Free Home Environment: How Your Surroundings Support Recovery

Learn practical ways to remove gambling reminders from your home and create an environment that supports your recovery journey.

July 4, 2026

Recovery Guides

Maintaining Healthy Workplace Relationships While in Recovery

Practical strategies for protecting your recovery journey while building professional relationships at work.

July 4, 2026

Recovery Guides

Filling Your Risky Nighttime Hours: Building an Evening That Works for Recovery

Learn practical strategies to fill vulnerable nighttime hours with meaningful activities that support your gambling recovery journey.

July 3, 2026

Recovery Guides

Rediscovering Creativity During Recovery

How artistic expression can aid healing and provide healthy outlets during your addiction recovery journey.

July 3, 2026

Recovery Guides

Preparing Your Environment for Payday and Month-End

Learn how to prepare your recovery environment before payday and month-end to support your journey free from gambling.

July 2, 2026

Recovery Guides

Keeping Your Recovery Strong During Holidays and Special Events

Navigate holiday stress and temptation with practical strategies that protect your recovery during celebratory periods.

July 2, 2026

Recovery Guides

Change Your Environment, Change Your Recovery: Simple Ways to Block Money Access

Learn how environmental design supports gambling addiction recovery. Start with the easiest changes using HOLDON's practical guide.

July 1, 2026

Recovery Guides

Treating Yourself With Kindness During Recovery

Learn how to cultivate self-compassion during your recovery journey. Discover why treating yourself gently through difficult moments matters most.

July 1, 2026

Recovery Guides

Deleting Gambling and Payment Apps: Your First Environmental Change

Learn why removing gambling and payment apps is one of the most powerful steps in recovery, and how to do it effectively.

June 30, 2026

Recovery Guides

Building Daily Routines That Support Your Recovery

Discover how structured daily habits create stability and reduce relapse risk during addiction recovery.

June 30, 2026

Recovery Guides

Overcoming Loneliness in Recovery: Building Meaningful Connections

Practical ways to navigate loneliness during gambling addiction recovery and build healthy social connections that support your journey.

June 30, 2026

Recovery Guides

Cleaning Your Digital Space: Why Clearing Search History Matters in Recovery

Learn why your digital environment impacts your recovery journey and practical steps to clear search history and autofill to support lasting change.

June 19, 2026

Recovery Guides

How Exercise Supports Recovery and Reduces Gambling Urges

Discover how physical activity strengthens mental health and helps manage gambling urges during recovery.

June 19, 2026

Recovery Guides

Mapping Your Path to Money and Gambling: Taking Control Through Environment

Understand how you access gambling and money. Learn practical ways to reshape your environment to support lasting recovery.

June 18, 2026

Recovery Guides

Setting Healthy Boundaries During Recovery

Learn how to establish and maintain boundaries that protect your recovery and support your wellbeing.

June 18, 2026

Recovery Guides

Setting Your 10-Minute Morning Routine for Better Emotional Balance

Create a simple morning routine to support emotional stability during gambling recovery. Start tomorrow with intention and calm.

June 17, 2026

Recovery Guides

How to Talk About Your Recovery with Friends

Learn communication strategies for explaining your recovery journey while maintaining meaningful friendships and healthy boundaries.

June 17, 2026

Recovery Guides

Finding One Okay Moment Today Is Where Recovery Begins

Recognizing small moments during gambling addiction recovery is the first step to emotional regulation. Learn how HOLDON helps you notice and record what went right today.

June 16, 2026

Recovery Guides

Managing Anger During Recovery: Healthy Ways to Process What You Feel

Learn practical techniques to understand and healthily express anger that often appears during gambling addiction recovery.

June 16, 2026

Recovery Guides

Grounding in Your Hands and Feet: A 2-Minute Recovery Tool

Learn how to use sensory focus on your hands and feet to calm the urge to gamble and regulate your emotions during recovery.

June 15, 2026

Recovery Guides

Digital Strategies to Block Online Gambling Temptations

Create a safer digital environment using technical tools and intentional habits to protect your recovery.

June 15, 2026

Recovery Guides

When Emotions Overwhelm You, Change Your Space

Learn how changing your surroundings can help regulate emotions during gambling recovery.

June 14, 2026

Recovery Guides

Choosing Progress Over Perfection in Your Recovery Journey

Perfectionism can sabotage your gambling recovery. Learn how to embrace progress, practice self-compassion, and build a sustainable path forward.

June 14, 2026

Recovery Guides

Body Care Basics: Food and Caffeine in Recovery

Managing meals and caffeine intake can stabilize your emotions during gambling recovery. Learn how HOLDON helps you check in with yourself.

June 13, 2026

Recovery Guides

Taking a 10-Minute Walk to Clear Your Head During Recovery

Learn how a simple 10-minute walk can help you regulate emotions and navigate gambling urges during your recovery journey.

June 12, 2026

Recovery Guides

When Tracking Emotions Feels Like Too Much

Emotional regulation strategies for gambling recovery that work at your own pace, without perfectionism or pressure.

June 11, 2026

Recovery Guides

Set a 'Worry Time' When Anxiety Takes Over

Practical emotional regulation strategies for gambling addiction recovery. Learn how setting a dedicated worry time can help manage anxiety and find peace.

June 10, 2026

Recovery Guides

When Money Worries Build Up: A Quick Check-In Guide

Learn emotional regulation strategies to navigate financial anxiety during gambling recovery.

June 9, 2026

Recovery Guides

Supporting Your Recovery With Healthy Sleep Habits

Discover why quality sleep matters in gambling addiction recovery and practical steps to improve your sleep habits.

June 9, 2026

Recovery Guides

The Hidden Connection Between Emotions and Gambling: A Recovery Guide

Understand how emotions fuel gambling urges and learn practical strategies to regulate your feelings in recovery.

June 8, 2026

Recovery Guides

Sleepless Nights in Recovery: What to Do Instead of Reaching for Your Phone

Learn emotional regulation strategies to manage sleepless nights during gambling addiction recovery without turning to your phone.

June 6, 2026

Recovery Guides

Breathing Techniques to Calm Your Mind During Recovery

Learn simple, effective breathing exercises to manage intense emotions and navigate the ups and downs of recovery.

June 6, 2026

Recovery Guides

When Alcohol and Exhaustion Collide: Protecting Your Emotional Recovery

Learn practical emotional regulation strategies for gambling recovery when alcohol and fatigue overlap, with actionable steps to stay grounded.

June 3, 2026

Recovery Guides

Step-by-Step Financial Recovery After Gambling

A practical roadmap for rebuilding your finances and developing healthy money management skills after gambling losses.

June 3, 2026

Recovery Guides

Three Foundations When Your Emotions Feel Unstable

Learn three practical emotional regulation strategies to help you through difficult moments in your gambling addiction recovery.

May 31, 2026

Recovery Guides

How to Decline Gambling in Social Situations: Saying No with Confidence

Learn practical scripts and strategies for declining gambling invitations from friends while protecting your recovery.

May 31, 2026

Recovery Guides

Finding Enjoyment Without Gambling: Emotional Regulation in Recovery

Discover practical strategies to regulate emotions and find genuine pleasure without gambling during your recovery journey.

May 28, 2026

Recovery Guides

The Healing Power of Recovery Journaling

Discover how writing can accelerate emotional healing and build self-awareness during your recovery journey.

May 28, 2026

Recovery Guides

Finding Meaningful Hobbies to Replace Gambling

Discover fulfilling activities that provide natural rewards and help you build a satisfying life in recovery.

May 27, 2026

Recovery Guides

Using Mindfulness to Manage Stress in Recovery

Simple mindfulness practices to handle stress and reduce gambling urges during your recovery journey.

May 25, 2026

Recovery Guides

Rebuilding Self-Esteem After Gambling Addiction

Practical steps to restore confidence and self-worth during your recovery journey from gambling addiction.

May 24, 2026

Recovery Guides

Managing Your Recovery Journey in the Workplace

Practical strategies for maintaining your recovery while handling work stress and professional responsibilities.

May 22, 2026

Recovery Guides

Discovering Your Identity Beyond Gambling Addiction

Learn how to rebuild your sense of self and uncover your true values during the recovery process.

May 21, 2026

Recovery Guides

Managing Anxiety During Gambling Recovery: Practical Strategies That Work

Learn practical techniques to reduce anxiety without turning to gambling during your recovery journey.

May 19, 2026

Recovery Guides

When Self-Blame Hits: The 90-Second Pause for Recovery

Learn the 90-second pause technique to manage self-blame during gambling addiction recovery and break the cycle of shame and relapse.

May 18, 2026

Recovery Guides

Two Minutes of Kindness When Loneliness Hits

Loneliness is common in gambling addiction recovery. Learn how two minutes of self-compassion can help you manage difficult emotions.

May 17, 2026

Recovery Guides

Choosing Healthy Snacks That Support Your Recovery

Learn how nutritious snacks can stabilize your mood and energy throughout your recovery journey.

May 15, 2026

Recovery Guides

Protecting Yourself From Gambling Urges When You're Tired

Learn why fatigue intensifies gambling urges and discover practical emotional regulation strategies for your recovery.

May 14, 2026

Recovery Guides

Rebuilding Trust Through Consistent Action

Discover practical daily behaviors that demonstrate reliability and commitment to recovery after gambling addiction.

May 12, 2026

Recovery Guides

Change Just One Bedtime Habit to Support Your Recovery

Simple sleep habit shifts can transform emotional regulation during gambling addiction recovery. Start small with HOLDON.

May 11, 2026

Recovery Guides

Rebuilding Healthy Sleep Cycles in Recovery

A practical step-by-step guide to restoring your circadian rhythm disrupted by addiction and stress.

May 9, 2026

Recovery Guides

Small Steps for Restless Nights: Managing Emotions During Gambling Recovery

Practical strategies to ease nighttime anxiety and regulate your emotions during gambling recovery. Start with a small experiment tonight.

May 8, 2026

Recovery Guides

Financial Stability in Crisis: Money Management Without Gambling

Practical strategies for managing financial emergencies while staying strong in your recovery.

May 6, 2026

Recovery Guides

Just 2 Minutes of Movement When You Feel Stuck

Simple emotional regulation strategies to overcome the numbness that often accompanies gambling recovery.

May 5, 2026

Recovery Guides

Natural Ways to Manage Depression During Recovery

Practical, non-medication approaches to managing depression that often appears in early gambling addiction recovery.

May 3, 2026

Recovery Guides

When Anger Rises, Take 2 Minutes to Pause

Learn practical emotion regulation strategies to manage anger during gambling addiction recovery.

May 2, 2026

Recovery Guides

Rebuilding Relationships After Gambling Addiction Recovery

Learn how to establish healthy boundaries and rebuild trust through mutual respect in relationships damaged by gambling addiction.

April 30, 2026

Recovery Guides

The 90-Second Reality Check: Calming Anxiety in Gambling Recovery

Learn how to regulate emotions during gambling recovery using the 90-second reality check technique when anxiety hits.

April 29, 2026

Recovery Guides

Simple Breathing Techniques to Manage Stress During Recovery

Learn practical breathing exercises to handle anxiety and stress as you navigate your recovery journey.

April 27, 2026

Recovery Guides

Building Your Plan for High-Stress Days in Recovery

Learn practical emotional regulation strategies to prepare ahead for stressful moments during gambling addiction recovery.

April 26, 2026

Recovery Guides

Why Hydration Matters in Your Recovery Journey

Discover how proper water intake supports brain function and emotional stability as you heal from gambling addiction.

April 24, 2026

Recovery Guides

Check in With Your Feelings Right Now

Learn emotional regulation strategies for gambling recovery. Use feeling check-ins to build stability on your path forward with HOLDON.

April 23, 2026

Recovery Guides

Managing Caffeine and Alcohol During Recovery

Understand how caffeine and alcohol affect your mood and triggers during recovery, and learn practical strategies for managing these substances wisely.

April 21, 2026

Recovery Guides

Release Tension in 2 Minutes: A Physical Approach to Managing Emotions in Recovery

Learn a simple 2-minute shoulder and jaw release technique to help manage intense emotions during gambling recovery.

April 20, 2026

Recovery Guides

Financial Recovery Step 1: Facing Your Reality

Learn how to honestly assess the financial damage from gambling addiction as your first crucial step toward recovery.

April 18, 2026

Recovery Guides

Release Tension with 3-Minute Breathing: A Recovery Tool

Learn how simple breathing techniques can help you manage urges and stay grounded during gambling recovery.

April 17, 2026

Recovery Guides

Safely Returning to Social Activities During Recovery

Practical strategies for re-engaging with social situations while protecting your sobriety and maintaining progress.

April 15, 2026

Recovery Guides

Starting Week One: Choosing One Daily Routine for Recovery

Feeling overwhelmed about how to start your gambling recovery? Learn why choosing just one routine creates lasting change.

April 14, 2026

Recovery Guides

Creating a Sleep-Friendly Bedroom for Your Recovery

Practical strategies to optimize your bedroom environment and improve sleep quality during addiction recovery.

April 12, 2026

Recovery Guides

Creating Your 8-Week Recovery Plan: A Self-Assessment Guide

Learn how to use self-assessment tools to build a personalized 8-week plan for gambling addiction recovery.

April 11, 2026

Recovery Guides

Why Regular Meals Matter in Your Recovery

Discover how stable blood sugar supports emotional balance and reduces addiction triggers during recovery.

April 9, 2026

Recovery Guides

Check if You're Safe Right Now: Self-Assessment for Recovery

Learn practical ways to assess your safety and recovery progress in gambling addiction recovery.

April 8, 2026

Recovery Guides

Rebuilding Energy: Essential Nutrients for Your Recovery

Discover which vitamins and minerals support physical and mental energy while you heal from addiction.

April 6, 2026

Recovery Guides

Creating Your Own Recovery Milestones: Measuring Progress on Your Terms

Learn how to set personalized standards for your recovery journey and accurately assess your progress without comparing yourself to others.

April 5, 2026

Recovery Guides

Rebuilding Your Family Budget: Why Transparency Matters Most

Learn practical steps to create an honest, shared financial plan with your family as you recover from gambling addiction.

April 3, 2026

Recovery Guides

Understanding Your Daily Rhythm: Self-Assessment for Recovery

Learn practical ways to observe your daily patterns and objectively evaluate your progress in gambling addiction recovery.

April 2, 2026

Recovery Guides

Replacing Gambling With Healthy Hobbies: Finding Activities That Fulfill You

Discover fulfilling activities that provide natural rewards without addiction risk. Learn how to fill the void gambling left behind during recovery.

March 31, 2026

Recovery Guides

How Easily Can You Access Money? A Self-Assessment for Your Recovery

Learn to evaluate your financial access as part of your gambling addiction recovery. Understand your current situation and build safer habits.

March 30, 2026

Recovery Guides

Building a Morning Routine That Supports Your Recovery

Learn how structured morning habits create stability and intention as you start each day in recovery.

March 28, 2026

Recovery Guides

Finding Your Support Resources: A First Step in Recovery

Discover how to assess your situation and find the right support for gambling addiction recovery with practical self-assessment tools.

March 27, 2026

Recovery Guides

Rebuilding Your Credit Score After Gambling Debt

Learn practical financial management strategies to recover your credit rating damaged by gambling-related debt.

March 25, 2026

Recovery Guides

Three Things I Want to Protect: Finding Your Recovery Foundation

Identify what truly matters in your recovery journey. A self-assessment guide to clarify your values and strengthen your commitment to change.

March 24, 2026

Recovery Guides

Foods That Help Calm Anxiety During Recovery

Discover how nutrition can naturally ease anxiety during gambling addiction recovery through food choices and mindful eating.

March 22, 2026

Recovery Guides

Understanding What Gambling Filled For You: A Foundation for Recovery

Discover what gambling was really providing emotionally and psychologically. Self-assessment is the first step toward meaningful recovery.

March 21, 2026

Recovery Guides

Building an Exercise Routine That Supports Your Recovery

Practical strategies for starting and maintaining physical activity as part of your addiction recovery journey.

March 20, 2026

Recovery Guides

Identifying Your Triggers: The Foundation of Recovery

Learn how to recognize what triggers your gambling urges and develop practical strategies to manage them during recovery.

March 20, 2026

Recovery Guides

Identifying Your High-Risk Times: A Practical Guide to Recovery

Learn how to recognize your personal danger zones and build strategies to manage them in your gambling recovery journey.

March 18, 2026

Recovery Guides

Rebuilding Finances Together: A Collaborative Approach to Recovery

Learn how to work with your partner to create a financial recovery plan and rebuild trust during your journey away from gambling.

March 18, 2026

Recovery Guides

Understanding Your Gambling Patterns: A Foundation for Recovery

Learn how to identify and analyze your gambling habits with practical self-assessment tools designed for lasting change.

March 17, 2026

Recovery Guides

Nutrition and Stress Management: Supporting Your Recovery Through Food

Learn how proper nutrition supports emotional stability and reduces stress during addiction recovery.

March 17, 2026

Recovery Guides

Finding Your Recovery Goal: Starting with Honest Self-Assessment

Discover how to set a realistic recovery goal that fits your current situation. No perfect answers required—just honest reflection.

March 16, 2026

Recovery Guides

Starting Your Recovery Journey: Focus on What Matters Most Right Now

Learn how to identify your biggest challenge and take meaningful action today without feeling overwhelmed in your gambling recovery process.

March 16, 2026

Recovery Guides

Restful Sleep for Recovery: Building Better Sleep Habits

Practical sleep hygiene techniques specifically designed for people recovering from gambling addiction to improve rest and support healing.

March 16, 2026