Insider gambling I guess has something to do with intentional motives. But it does have something to do with insider informations from the word itself. Same reason why I thought of motives with this kind of gambling 'coz informations of players and injuries are outside public access or audiences. Another assumption is team plaaaay or strategy; perhaps the star player won't be playing for the whole or majority of the minutes in the game or some sort of. Eitherway, this will be exclusive to some people only and more likely rich ones 'coz if more people will be knowing such thing, legal actions may take place. Due to exclusivity of the idea, it is hard to believe with anonymous people selling such 'signals' and informations whether which is credible or if it would be true. Much better is just to play and bet on the game as is and never participate with such cheating acts. Your chances of winning in this strategy may or may not increase, depending on who your 'source' is. Just scared of the idea that it is some sort of 'reverse psychology' wherein teams or heads are intentionally spreading such exclusive informations for odds to increase then they'll do the opposite on the actual game. Given that confusion arise with regards to the info, I would rather choose simply betting on my own and just enjoy the games  I would be watching.

Jist a tip is to never go all out with a single bet just because such information is leaked. Nothing could tell the outcome except for the result. But you are free to do so, maybe you guys have a very credible source of info. Just manage the amount you are betting just to be safe from regrets. Another and last disclaimer is that, there are instances of "selling out" when it comes to games; depends on how you will comprehend it. BE CAREFUL.

Hold on. The discussion seeks to find common or mutua struggles we, gamblers, are having but manages to handle it still for years. Don't get too carried away and jump to addiction already. Most likely, we do have such thing for example is being greedy when we are winning or feeling frustrated from continuous loss. These things are normal but will still be referred to as challenges we are facing simply because those things are unwanted. What can we do then? continue controlling oneself to avoid being too driven by those challenges, until you fully remove it from your gambling habit or experience. But don't get me wrong, all of those things you guys have mentioned could and would really help a gambler avoid addiction or just be problematic in gambling.

Setting a limit and imposing discipline to oneself whenever you are gambling would already be a huge help. No matter what strategy we use, things will never be guaranteed in gambling. Research, analysis, speculations indeed helps us to lessen the chances of losing but if you are just lacking  the luck to win, you'd lose for sure. That's just how gambling works and with the same reason that it is better to have a preventive approach than aggressive of winning, especially in the long run of your gambling  caareer.

Saving and applying for loan are both having its own pros and cons.
With saving, everyone is allowed to save. However, the amount of money will be limited to the amount you saved for a period of time before you needed it. With savings, it is accessible whenever you will want to unlike with Loans which will quite take a while with approval and releasing of money. Loan or borrowed money will also have its interest rate which is a downside to some people but that is of course for urgency and convenience with huge amounts of money to be borrowed. I guess it depends on where you plan to use it. If it is for future investments and businesses then a Loan could give you a decent amount to support that instance. If it is for personal "wants" then saving will be a good alternative. And with urgency both could be applicable depending on which would be more accessible on your end.

Unfortunately, loans are limited to the mount you can provide with your salary. Interest rate will also be quite of a burden given thaat some loans are having high rate of interest. But I would agree this would be a better option especially for investment purposes. And if it happened to be a profitable one such as with apartments, investment itself will pay the interest for you and that will be a cycle afterwards. This is what businessmen do in my country but ofcourse will not always be in accordance with our desires; if that thing where your loaned money will be used, won't generate enough money to cover your monthly payment, then that is where problem could take place.

That's the main point of the discussion, what would you choose then? since you just repeated it. What's best is to just give it to them if you really value your life 'coz no one would really be making use of it if ever you die due to them heartless. You won't also bring your assets to afterlife therefore no valid reason will be enough to validate and support the claim of those who will choose not to. It is a life or death situation and it would be okay choosing your life over the consequences of them getting what you've work out with. It will just be illogical being 'tough' and eventually dying because of 'money'; give it up and just invest again or take a break from this industry. According to my mentor, once you finally reached an amount money, you will always find a way to again be back into it and reach it again or even cross it.

It would be indeed unfair and frustrating but always choose to live 'coz life means another chance to be back on your feet. Let's say maybe it would be tiring to again be back to zero but what's a better choice then? Be tough and still avoid them to run with it or to just know that money will still be money, which is something you will to purchase.

If it will have a reward for who will be finishing it first and punishment to the one who will finish it late then I think it caan be counted as gambling. You gain or lose something from an argument, contrasting perspective, predictions, assumptions, and such then that's gambling. It's concept is simply and will be more confusing if it would be associated with investments because risk is always present and there is also a tendency for either profit or loss, however investment is purely involving money and cannot be done with just agreements alone.

But with normal competitions without staking anything and just a matter of gaining or not losing anything then I guess it won't be considered. It will depend on the approach; I cannot call perhaps a tournament which will require joining fees and getting a chance to win all of the prize pool gambling. Maybe it is depending on the orientation. If the joining fee of every tem or player will be all going to prize pool then that would be gambling; winner takes all. But with instances wherein joining fees would be used to pay the staff or organizers of the event, and that prize pool will be coming from a sponsor, then that would be more of a tournament. Am I making the right analogy?

No one deserves to lose that much, we all make mistake and what will matter is to learn from it. Those people who give their testimonies of what happened in their career as gamblers. They simply want no other people to do the same thing which I think  why it would be bad hating them as if they did not regret what happened. People grow in many ways. Let us not be toxic of anyone's past. They have their own reasons of why they did it by that time and we are no one to question it. Focus on why they confessed than checking what they regret. It is just regret which comes last. Just learn from what they preach. If you're smarter and better than them then learn from what they are saying. No hate tho'
It's just easy to talk and all not unless you are in their position for that very moment. I also experienced greed before nd I will tell you that once you are eaten by greed, you will be unconscious of possible consequences or will be unaware of what you are doing whether if it is still rational or you are just being careless of things. Such thing is no longer new especially in gambling industry. Many people have lost both money and their 'life' as well. So if you are not yet still on their shoes then just reflect and avoid doing so, now that you've learned of the worst possible ending if ever you will allow yourself to be addicted into this activity.

When I was still betting daily, I would win 10/30 matches for the whole month in sportsbetting. Quite of a bad ratio but is manageable still because I don't gamble that much and bet amounts are under my tolerance. But if I would be betting huge everytime, that I guess would be problematic on my end considering that I am only winning 3 out of 10 games per week. Secret is efficiency with bets. I've read a statement before about it which actually made sense for me. In gambling, it isn't always chasing the win which is important but also avoiding to lose that much. The more you bet, the bigger your amount to chase to get back with which will give you a hard time gambling.
Depends on the game, mate. Of course with casino games especially with the involvement of machines, the only thing you could do is to trust your luck and guess whether you will lose or win the game. Predictions are only applicable to some games such as with sports betting, card games, roulettes, and spins or dice games. Of course luck will be the bottomline to any gambling game given that this activity is determined by one's luck and fate. Analysis would sometimes help but will never guarantee winning outcome.

I doubt that it is physical abuse or harm that those women are avoiding but the risk of addiction and gambling that much or simply mismanagement of money. But that's indeed true, domestic violence could originate to almost anything but most of the time to things wherein money is involved. Money is just a powerful drive that can yield to harm depending on people who holds it. And since we are talking about addiction in this case, the chances of gambling becoming a factor for occurrence of domestic violence is high. But this should not be directly to gambling but to the gambler. We are still different in the first place especially with personality. Some are just too invested of the possibility of being rich instantly.

Given that chances are there even with indirect relationship between the two variables, we should all be conscious of our actions. Never be eaten by the possibility of winning the jackpot 'coz there's no assurance in the first plaace; if it is for you then it will come to you. There's no need to push your luck that much. Assuming that instances of violence is for the purpose of being able to bet, that won't change the fact that you won't, if you are really unlucky that time, therefore there's no point of doing so.

Draw doesn't happen on a daily basis. Odds are also high for the same reason and therefore bets doesn't need to be too high 'coz that's high risk high reward. I never tried betting on draw because of the low probability that it will happen. No team or player statistic will determine its occurrence other than the game itself. Teams won't prefer it as well since things are competitive in the first place. However, betting and winning on draws are rewarding. It will now be just the gambler's preference and decision whether he/she would bite that risk of losing with a higher chances, or not betting at all into it due to high risk.
Draw no bets indeed is a better option however won't be that rewarding given that it is just some sort of insurance on your bet and the biggest reward is refund of your bet.
Well yes, more betting option means more gamblers. If it is just a straight win or lose options, why will they choose you over the other providers? A site needs to accommodate as may gambler's preferences as possible. It is the same with parlays and side bets on fiat based online gambling sites which gives alternative positions for the players if they are not sure of the winning team; they could still bet with player performances and the likes.

It is essential to enjoy things but be sure to still include responsibility on that enjoyment. It is okay if at this point you cannot prioritize investments still 'coz you are still driven with seeking for happiness; going out with friends, buying the "wants" over "needs" and such. It is just okay however everything that is too much, should be always be put into concern. Saving while we are young is no doubt a good thing to do. Trying investments and engaging to profitable assets is also ideal for the youth but we have to accept the fact as well that doing so will require time, effort, and financial capacity. Aside from being incapable, never set aside being "young". You could have all the money but time will not be back again at the present so be sure to avoid regrets as well. Seek balance instead.

I highly agree. There are many forms of investment and knowledge is one of it. Some people are having the drive to put money on tangible investments but are not putting knowledge and overall being into account. This is why I mentioned about being balanced; read books and watch informative contents that will give you idea and learnings. Then atleast once in a week socialize and increase your network by socialization and once you have that initiative to actualize then go. Misconception is just going directly against the 'tide' ; that's not being responsible and goal oriented are all about.

It was with the previous bullrun; I overlooked price increase before which pushed me to just be too confident and just be firm holding my Bitcoin holdings even if a price correction already happened. I've learned that the market price no matter how high the demand is, will still be prone to changes caused by general factors. In my circle they call me 'diamond hands' for not selling easily. It is indeed the right thing to do in some instances however, if you want to maximize the profit then respect price ceiling and volume in price charts. I ended up selling too late and moving to other crypto with hopes of getting back with my maximum profit thru different coin but ended up with loss.

Don't get me wrong, long term investment is okay as long as you are talking about years for holding. Just be firm of your vision  as an investor of a particular asset.If you can endure just holding, then continue until satisfactory and avoid shifting your plan jist because you had feelings of greed to earn more.

We may commit as many as possible mistakes with our Bitcoin holdings but be sure to learn in between those mistakes 'cox things won't be cheap in return. Also, erase the idea of easy profit in crypto investments. You'd always be encountering challenges along the way such as tempt to sell early.

I still believe that everyone is still gambling for financial benefit however it could vary from  the intensity of of one's urge. Maybe in your case it is now not your priority to be rich from this industry. But for sure there will still be that will and hunger to win and earn financial benefit perhaps to have money to gamble for the next day I guess, simply because you enjoy playing. It does make sense still right? Not to invalidate your point but just trying to elaborate it for other's understanding as well that you may still expect for financial  benefit while prioritizing entertainment. It just can't be; if you are really for entertainment alone you should have played pocket mobile poker game in your phone. Financial freedom and financial benefit could mean different depending on where finances will be used.

We just cannot remove financial benefit from gambling as an expected outcome, given that it is money being used in the first place on every bet.

Also, addiction will never be causing us anything good of course. It is already an unwanted state of mind so I guess it would be wrong to always refer into it as one of the expectancy of being a gambler 'coz not all gamblers in the first place are the same; there are those who are responsibly playing.

Indeed possible that the parents are used of just leaving the child and alone at home. If the parent is just hooked with gambling, given the responsibilities of them, they should have just online. I cannot see the necessity of just leaving their 2 year old child for such selfish interest. Yes, we do all have the drive to bet and hope to win someday. But for sure that's a different way to enjoy to the point that you are disregarding parental duties. Unfortunately this is concerning both family relations and gambling habits. If the parent could abandon their child for that drive, then what more with other things that consume his time and being entertained. Something new I guess; I know there are may gamblers who are irresponsible of their own funds but not with their children. Compulsion at its finest and for sure people are aware of simple parental responsibilities at their age, 'coz if not they shouldn't be adding to population (kidding aside). Gambling is tempting in most instances but if you are this much, then things are needing to be checked.

Not inner voice but discipline I guess. An inner voice could be pushing you to bet more because rewards would be high in such instance. Emotions are indeed hard to control but it won't literally cost you a dime if you will choose to avoid playing whenever you are being emotional. I even cannot think of something wherein being emotional will result to a better outcome aside from expressing oneself but since gambling is a risky activity then obviously it won't be of any good trying to be in such state while betting and relying to your luck and feelings.
Easy to say but hard to apply to ourselves and that is maybe because your mindset does not support your emotional, physical, and financial capacity as a gambler. For sure we all do know what to do and what not, however people are still falling for the tendency of becoming rich quickly. Fixing one's mindset is a huge step towards true gambling efficiency. Whenever you are either sad or mad, there's even that possibility that you will be able to say harsh things outside your own will. Emotions are  not something you could avoid quickly since it is a part of our own complex as an individual.

Assess yourself; if you have a $1k and you could easily expect that the amount will be gone in a short period of time however it shouldn't be something to consider with.

Cashflow is important to assure that you won't be a problematic gambler. Meaning, it will help you handle both loss and profit without struggling, which is an obvious reason why a gambler should still have other streams of income aside from this industry no matter how good you are as a bettor. Let's say you lose continuously for the whole month, if you have a stable income then obviously you'd still be okay and will not be frustrated to force your luck and money until nothing's left.
I'd say he is a problematic bettor but whether he's addicted or not, only professionals would be able to tell. Some are just bad at their finances. The fact that he still manage to pay his bills means that he still got that conscience to not put all that he have on the line, which is a more obvious symptom of addiction which is obsession.Given that he's your friend then you should be concerned enough to have him checked by other people with expertise.

Well even outside religious belief, gambling still has its own bad impression but that's not to the activity itself but with people who became greedy and unrealistic with what gambling is all about. If things are managed properly then nothing will be viewed negatively. We can enjoy gambling as "gamblers" by managing the risks and avoiding ideologies that wil push us to higher tendencies of loss.
No matter what game you play as long as "betting" is involved then that would make you a gambler already. Either casino or sports related betting, things are the same if we are just referring to the idea of gambling ever since and I doubt there's a need for changes with that. Gambling will be more understood with the idea of taking the risk and being prepared for the outcome or consequences of your assumption. What should be more questioned is that, would you be okay being called or known as a gambler? 'coz if that's the case I would be one who will not be ashamed of it but also one who will not brag it to other people.
No platform will result to categorization; things are simply the same nd the difference only speaks for one's preference. Some are into casino games or establishments and some are into convenience of playing and overall experience. Nothing's wrong and nothing's better.

Is she still doing well? like being accountable of losses? As long as it is her money she is using then  won't mind. I would consider her looking for something to lessen her boredom given that she's old already. Nothing's too much will be advisable of course so if she still handle her gambling habits properly, I won't be against it. People who would do so are just worried of what is happening to people who abuse gambling even if the people they don't want playing, is just doing fine. That's early and bad judgement if I would be asked. I myself knows the danger in gambling but will never support stereotype in this activity that I enjoy, maybe not always, but won't change the fact that there are days I do.
Indeed something to consider; if the laws will allow them to do so. If my grandmother happened to be in a country wherein there's high restriction of gambling activities then obviously I won't and will just rather suggest mobile games which are representing gambling instead or associated with it. There's also this idea of mine to play with her; just between the two of us or between family members such as if it is card games then fine. It will all fall on the idea that they want to be entertained on their years of being 'old' and I doubt it will still be money-driven just as with the youth.

If things are still tolerable then that won't count to addiction. As others have said, addiction will be always a negative thing to suffer from. Addiction especially with gambling will never be an easy experience and it will always be a problem. I have a friend who was clinically diagnosed with addiction. He came to a point that he sold his car to pay his debt and the next day he went again to the casino to play with the excess money he had over his car. Fortunately his sister knew what happened and she's the one to have him checked. It took him more than  year fully recover and be away of gambling. This right here, is just a single instance which displays addiction. No gambler can afford losing any amount 'cos it is reasonable for us to hope for a big time win.

Again, no form of addiction will not be a problem to anyone. The bigger its consequence wherein in this topic, the larger the problem is. As we all know many people died from their own hands simply 'cos they cannot control the drive and how things are falling in their surroundings just because of their obsession. If you are concerned then have it checked already as early as possible to avoid worse things to take place before you notice.

Personally I am joining gambling communities when seeking for a platform for me to visit or try. I don't trust advertisements 'coz some are either biased or misleading and I view this alike with platforms promoted by influencers across different social media platforms. Recommendations would also help but I never tried it. So far I am satisfied with the platforms I bet from also I am not into moving from time to time in order to avoid moving to a bad one. However this is just MY way of doing things and won't suggest it to other gamblers who are having the same concern. It is much better to always do your own research in order to avoid regret afterwards.And with the last question I don't think it would be applicable to online casinos especially if this is concerning social responsibility practices given that gambling is not already. Gamblers are here either to make profit or enjoy and will never be because of the site alone or platform.
Gambling is gambling and there's no need to make it more complicated. If you are new to this and doesn't want to take that much of risk then engage only with reputable ones, obviously, they won't ruin such title for a single player only.

Just a stereotype of people when it comes on being rich but it has no substance at all. Quite aligned with the jokes of "if you're rich, where's your lambo?". Well there are other brands which are more expensive but Lambo is just a brand that will first come to your mind, when you are asked what do you want to buy once you become rich. Bitcoin is having an impression to many people for being a gateway on being rich due to high profitability, which is true in that aspect. However, risk is being disregarded. Not all investors are profitable due to various reasons;circumstances, decision making, and more. It'll all boil down to the fact that things aren't that easy even with Bitcoin investment.

You could associate any car brand that you want or anything luxurious, it will all fall to the idea that people are too optimistic of bitcoin investment as a way to wealth. Especially at this moment wherein bullrun is much anticipated by many investors because of what happened on the previous Bitcoin halving. Things are valid but lt us not be too confident of things given that risk is always present.