Ryan shares his experience with addiction, specifically focusing on his journey with sobriety and the challenges he faced in the first 18 days. He discusses the impact of antidepressant medication on his recovery and the side effects he experienced. Ryan also talks about his history of drug and alcohol use, particularly his reliance on cocaine and the association between cocaine and gambling. He opens up about the destructive nature of his gambling addiction, including losing large sums of money in a short period of time. Ryan emphasizes the importance of sharing his struggles with others and the relief he felt after opening up about his addiction. In this conversation, the speakers discuss their experiences with addiction, specifically cocaine and gambling. They talk about the destructive nature of addiction and the impact it had on their lives. They also touch on topics such as the connection between addiction and sex, the importance of seeking help, and the process of recovery. The conversation ends with a discussion about the speaker's plans for the future, including attending fellowship meetings and taking things one day at a time.

https://gamblersanonymous.org.uk/meeting/