But Monday\u2019s statement had nothing to do with golf, as Mickelson offered some words of caution for those who plan to have a wager this NFL season.<\/p>\n
\u201cMost of you will enjoy this football season with moderation while having lots of fun and entertainment. The fantasy leagues will provide banter amongst friends and money won or lost betting won\u2019t affect you,\u201d Mickelson said on Twitter, now known as X. \u201cI won\u2019t be betting this year because I crossed the line of moderation and into addiction which isn\u2019t any fun at all.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe money wasn\u2019t ever the issue since our financial security has never been threatened, but I was so distracted I wasn\u2019t able to be present with the ones I love and caused a lot of harm. This lack of presence has been so hurtful.\u201d<\/p>\n
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A book released last month claimed Phil Mickelson had lost more than $100 million.<\/span>Credit: <\/span>Getty<\/cite><\/p>\n The six-time major winner also encouraged others not to follow in his footsteps.<\/p>\n \u201cIf you ever cross the line of moderation and enter into addiction, hopefully you won\u2019t confuse your enablers as friends like I did,\u201d Mickelson said. \u201cHopefully you won\u2019t have to deal with these difficult moments publicly so others can profit off you like I have.<\/p>\n \u201cBut hopefully you WILL have a strong and supportive partner who is willing to help you through being your worst self.\u201d<\/p>\n Mickelson mentioned that he has been receiving professional help for years, hasn\u2019t been gambling and is in recovery from his addiction. He added that he is slowly mending the relationships that were affected by his betting habits.<\/p>\n \u201cThis football season and beyond, enjoy yourself with moderation so it doesn\u2019t detract from your ability to be present,\u201d Mickelson said. \u201cIn my experience, the moments with the ones you love will be far more remembered than any bet you win or fantasy league triumph.\u201d<\/p>\n