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161. Bet on Yourself: Overcoming Gambling Addiction and Becoming an Ironman feat. Chaz Donati
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In this powerful episode, Chaz Donati shares his raw and honest journey through gambling addiction and recovery. From innocent sports betting with friends to contemplating suicide, Chaz's story illuminates the progressive nature of gambling addiction and its devastating impacts. Now a mental health advocate and performance coach, he discusses how he transformed his addictive tendencies into positive outlets like completing Ironman competitions. This episode provides crucial insights into the growing crisis of sports gambling in America, while offering hope and resources for those struggling.
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TIMESTAMPS:
[00:02] Introduction and gambling addiction statistics in the US
[03:45] Chaz's early relationship with sports and how betting began
[06:11] The progression from casual betting to addiction
[10:25] Rock bottom moment and contemplating suicide in July 2021
[21:03] Find Your More - Chaz's framework for recovery and growth
[35:42] Shocking Super Bowl betting statistics: $23 billion wagered in 2024
[43:13] How Chaz rebuilt his life and mindset after addiction
[51:49] Fighting addiction as a lifelong journey
CONNECT WITH CHAZ:
Instagram: @chazdonati
YouTube: Gambling Awareness Club
YouTube: Find Your More
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
"From Darkness to Ironman" documentary on YouTube
The Power of One More by Ed Mylett*
Get Alessia’s book, Higher Self Habits*
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KEYWORDS: gambling addiction, sports betting, sports gambling, recovery, mental health, male mental health, sports gambling, NFL betting, addiction recovery, fantasy football, Super Bowl betting, compulsive gambling, gambling harm, gambling prevention recovery, endurance athlete, Ironman training, addiction transformation, habit change, men's mental health awareness, sports addiction, betting addiction, gambling help, gambling support, gambling rehabilitation, fantasy sports addiction, gambling recovery resources
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