EPIC Restart Foundation

In episode 23, Ali Barfield joins Richie to discuss how gambling is being disguised as games. AI-generated influencers are now promoting gamified gambling systems to young people - normalising risk and chasing that same dopamine hit from “almost winning”. This is where awareness matters most - listen to Ali's podcast episode via the link in the comments. #EpicRestartFoundation #BreakingTheStigma #AddictionRecovery #GamblingAddiction #Influencers

Today we’re at the African Caribbean Centre in Leicester for the African Heritage Alliance African Caribbean Health and Wellbeing Day. We’re so grateful to be invited into these spaces to help raise awareness of gambling harm and to better understand its impact on different communities.

Recovery from gambling harm is a process of rebuilding - identity, confidence, and connection. At EPIC Restart Foundation, our lived experience team supports individuals to rediscover purpose and stability through community, coaching, and understanding. Recovery isn’t linear. It’s built through persistence, compassion, and small, consistent steps forward. Find out more about recovery and the support we offer via the link in the comments. #EpicRestartFoundation #BreakingTheStigma #AddictionRecovery #GamblingAddiction #RecoveryJourney

Gambling harm has a ripple effect - it impacts families, partners, and loved ones as well as the individual. Our Affected Others Support provides dedicated help through 1:1 sessions and group support, creating a space to process emotions, rebuild relationships, and understand the journey towards recovery. At EPIC Restart, we believe recovery and healing extend beyond the individual — they include everyone affected. Learn more about our Affected Others Support (link in comments). #EpicRestartFoundation #BreakingTheStigma #AddictionRecovery #GamblingAddiction #RecoveryJourney

“Knowing I’m not alone in this struggle has been comforting. The sense of community fostered by your programmes makes the journey less daunting.” At EPIC Restart Foundation, connection is at the heart of recovery. Our Online Recovery Community provides a safe and supportive space where individuals can share experiences and find strength together. Because recovery isn’t something you have to face alone. #EpicRestartFoundation #BreakingTheStigma #AddictionRecovery #GamblingAddiction #RecoveryJourney

We’re proud to host the Online Recovery Community - a safe and supportive online space for people impacted by gambling harm. Here’s how it works: • Each month, we explore a new theme focused on recovery, wellbeing, and personal growth. • Sessions are guided by a guest facilitator with lived experience or professional expertise. • Members are welcome to listen, share, and connect in a non-judgemental environment. Why people join: • To connect with others who understand. • To learn practical tools for ongoing recovery. • To rebuild confidence, identity, and purpose. Find out more about the Online Recovery Community and how it’s helping people move forward with hope. (link in comments)

Gambling harm is about much more than gambling itself - it’s about the impact it has on people’s lives. It can affect emotional wellbeing, relationships, finances, health, and opportunities. At EPIC Restart Foundation, we support individuals to rebuild confidence, purpose, and connection after gambling harm. Our approach is rooted in compassion, lived experience, and understanding - helping people move forward with hope. Learn more about how we support recovery via the link in the comments. #EpicRestartFoundation #BreakingTheStigma #AddictionRecovery #GamblingAddiction #RecoveryJourney

Episode 23 with Ali Barfield 🎙️ We live in an age where aspiration culture is everywhere. Young people are bombarded with images of luxury lifestyles, fast cars, designer brands, and private jets - often sold as the ultimate goal. But behind the filters and fake jets lies a more dangerous reality. The same online spaces glamorising wealth are also normalising gambling as a way to “get rich”. Ali Barfield joins Richie to unpack how this culture is shaping a generation - and how gambling companies are exploiting it. Listen to the full episode: Aspiration Culture & The Gamification of Gambling via your favourite podcast provider (or via the link in the comments) #EPICRestartFoundation #GamblingAddiction #BreakingTheStigma #AspirationCulture #AliBarfield

On World Kindness Day, we’re highlighting the importance of self-kindness in recovery from gambling harm. Recovery is rarely linear - it takes strength, patience, and understanding. At EPIC Restart, we encourage everyone in our community to recognise their progress, celebrate small wins, and practise compassion towards themselves, not just others. Today and every day, take a moment to #CelebrateEveryday.

EPIC Restart Foundation delivers personalised support that adapts to each person’s stage of recovery. Our approach recognises that every journey is unique - and that sustainable progress comes from meeting individuals where they are, with empathy and practical tools for change.   We work alongside partners and organisations committed to breaking the stigma and building recovery-focused pathways. Link in comments.   #EpicRestartFoundation #BreakingTheStigma #AddictionRecovery #GamblingAddiction #EPICCommunity