In total, I've lost around $300k bc of some highly risky stock market bets.

After staying away from gambling for around 9 months, I'm once again feeling the urge to "come back in the game". Over the last couple of weeks I've already lost $10k. Despite my daily affirmations of not gambling, the intense desire to take a risk and make a bet becomes almost irresistible as soon as the markets open. For me, such bets serve as a temporary escape from the hardships and distress of life. I'm at a loss for what to do. Please help me, I can't control it.

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