Bahati Ilirudi: How I Escaped the Trap of Betting Addiction
My name is Kevin, and betting nearly destroyed my life in Eldoret. It started harmlessly — placing small bets during English Premier League matches. When I won my first KSh 8,000, I felt invincible. I believed I had discovered a secret path to easy wealth.
Soon, I was borrowing money to place bigger bets. I lied to my girlfriend. I skipped work to study odds. My salary disappeared before the month even began. One weekend, after losing nearly KSh 70,000 in a single night, I locked myself inside my house, unable to face anyone.
Debt collectors began calling. My landlord threatened eviction. That’s when I realized I had lost control.
I sought help from a doctor known for guiding people battling destructive habits. I expected quick solutions, but instead, I was forced to confront why I chased quick money — insecurity, comparison, and fear of being left behind in life. I was guided through discipline practices and accountability routines.
The cravings didn’t disappear overnight. But slowly, I regained control. I deleted betting apps. I rebuilt trust with my family. Today, I work steadily and invest slowly, without gambling my future.
Betting promised wealth but delivered bondage. Healing restored my dignity.
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