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Scenario

When disaster relief money feeds existing addictions

The Red Cross volunteer keeps calling to check on me but I lie and say I am fine because admitting I spent the relief money on my gambling addiction feels unforgivable.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Shame about misusing charitable aid compounds addiction with moral self-condemnation that prevents seeking help.

Your guide for this
Zera
Zera works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Financial recovery after disaster?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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