We live in an unpredictable world where nothing is certain. I had so many plans for this year but most of them don't come to pass not because of my fault but due to unpredictable events. I never knew that my country's currency would lose close to fifty per cent of its value. I also didn't foresee that the government would stop subsidising some important products like petroleum. All these unpleasant economic events affected my plans negatively and it became difficult to meet some of them. However, I am pleased with the little I achieved.

I still have my projections for next year and I am very hopeful that my plans will all be executed. Having a New Year resolution is fine but we must focus more on implementing our plans. We have to avoid procrastination to ensure that we follow the plans. Breaking down our yearly plan into daily, weekly and monthly tasks will also be good. We should have a weekly and monthly plan and our daily activities should be focused on achieving them.

Next year, I am not going to push myself too hard like this year. I will give more time to my health, family and other relationships. I might even consider going on my first vacation and visiting another country. Life is not all about making money, we need to take good care of ourselves.

Gambling is for mature minds and not for children. We should always take responsibility for our actions and don't blame others for our actions. We might indeed regret our past lives but since we cannot change it we don't have to bother about them. I have no regret about my gambling life because it has not affected me negatively. I have enjoyed gambling and it has not affected me negatively. I still have a good relationship with my mentor in gambling because he taught me how to gamble responsibly and not to gamble what I cannot afford to lose. I don't have any regrets because I have lost and also benefited from gambling.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang best time was in Arsenal Borussia Dortmund where he scored 92 and 141 goals respectively. He suffered setbacks in Barcelona and Chelsea because he couldn't replicate his forms in these clubs. But it seems he is regaining his forms in Olympique de Marseille where Gennaro Gattuso is building a team that is pushing to get to the top. He scored a goal and gave two assists in their recent win against Olympique de Lyonnais. We can't expect much from a 34-year-old striker that is going close to his retirement age, we will have to appreciate every little he makes.

Todd Boehly said Thomas Tuchel's views are inconsistent with the ideology of the new management. The new owner felt that the club needed to be overhauled to bring in the needed positive change. But I know he would regret his actions because his decision has caused more harm to the club. The club that was built by Roman Abramovich for many years was gradually been destroyed by poor management.

One mistake that most people make is that they want to invest in Bitcoin when the price starts appreciating. They are attracted by the current hype and attention Bitcoin is currently enjoying, so they feel they could invest and make a profit immediately. But they fail to understand that the best time to buy and keep Bitcoin is during bear season. They don't know that Bitcoin is a long-term investment and shouldn't be seen as a get-rich-quick scheme.

It is good to start with what you have but $50 will not yield much profit for you. I will suggest you seek other sources of income so that you could have more money to buy Bitcoin. If you can buy the coin monthly, you might end up investing a substantial amount.

Many people are attracted to these exchanges by bonuses and several enticing benefits that they promise. They fail to understand that these platforms are not safe but are just using these benefits to lure unsuspected investors. The advice of keeping funds in noncustodial wallets will be valid till the end of time. Not your keys, not your coins might sound simple but it is a powerful message that should be practiced judiciously.

Many conventional banks are insured by Deposit insurance so depositors can get a refund of their deposit if the bank goes bankrupt. The government also ensure that banks comply with regulatory laws and that their accounts always go through periodic audits. But all these measures have not also stopped banks from going down the drain. Exchanges are worst and should be avoided. Keeping huge funds in exchanges is like leaving your funds in an unregulated bank. Most of the audit reports they present are not verifiable and they also engage in sharp business practices. Except hacked funds are traced and recovered depositors in exchanges will likely never get their money back.

You don't have to compare yourself with someone else because our financial strength is not the same. Some people earn more than you so comparing yourself with them might make you go bankrupt. Some people's budget for gambling is more than my salary. I don't take solace in someone else loss because I don't know how much they earn or are worth.

I am trying to figure out whether people will be paid to publish their losses online. Was it to console people who have lost that they are not alone? Just this year many people have come on social media to ask for support after they lost funds that were meant for important things. Two students gambled and lost school fees and another used the fund that was budgeted for his wedding for gambling. Some of them got public backlash and sympathy, one of the students got a gift of school fees from a good Samaritan who won big in gambling.

The war in Russia is now complicated and it will be difficult to stop now. Europe might not also reconsider building back its reliance on Russia for oil and gas because they have built connections with other oil-producing nations. However, stopping the war in Ukraine will lead to a reduction in the prices of agricultural products which will be a good relief for most nations, especially poor countries.

I know most Muslims in Europe are pro-Palestine but I have never seen any news report where they are supporting Russia. Maybe dropping a link to your claims will be useful.

It is estimated that only about 4.2% of the world's population of 7.95 billion owns cryptocurrencies. This means that people still prefer fiat and a loyal to centralised platforms. Maybe the reason might be because of poverty, ignorance, and unfavorable government policies.

I assume that the desire to sell your computer to invest in Bitcoin is propelled by FOMO. Computers have become an essential need especially if you are active in the crypto space or deal with online platforms. If you have an alternative computer and don't need the one you want to sell, then it's not a bad idea. But selling the only computer you have to buy Bitcoin might not be a good decision because you could use the computer to make money from online job platforms and the returns could be invested in Bitcoin. You don't have to be in haste to invest because Bitcoin will always create opportunities for people to invest.

Don't also assume that buying $100 worth of Bitcoin every month is small money because millions of people earn less than that amount per month. I suggest you keep on buying using your DCA pattern and focus on keeping it for a long time. You will be surprised how much you have invested and gained in a few years.

The strained relationship between Lionel Messi and Lionel Scaloni is just one of the few reasons why the World Cup-winning coach wants to leave the Argentine national team. There are reports that Scolani was not pleased with the way Messi led other players to the dressing room without consulting the coach or other technical staff during the violence-filled match against Brazil. The coach felt he should have been consulted before Messi took such a decision. So this might confirm that there might be a sort of power tussle between the coach and the world's best player.

Scolani's decision might also be connected to the maltreatment he has been receiving from Argentina Football Association (AFA). His World Cup bonuses have been delayed even after winning and the association was also wasted time before they extended his contract. There are also reports that the AFA president Claudio Tapia is not pleased with Scolani because he refused to use the national team's platform to support a presidential candidate that the FA chief wanted to win the elections.

It is also possible that the Argentine coach has started receiving offers from top European clubs. The pay and the work conditions of these clubs will be better than coaching the  Albiceleste. There are reports that he might be heading to Spain where he has some experience where he worked as an assistant and youth team coach in Racing Santander and Mallorca. But for me, I think he should leave when the ovation is loudest.

It seems you are misusing the two concepts: gambling and gambling addiction. The question OP asked was at what age would be appropriate for one to stop gambling and not when one would stop gambling addiction. Anyone who is suffering from gambling addiction. Should control his gambling activities through having a gambling budget and control the drive to gamble. They can seek help from family, friends or even therapists if need be.

When it comes to retiring from gambling, I am not sure there is any general age to quit gambling. There is usually a minimum age for gamblers but I have never seen a maximum age. Retirees will have more time and resources to gamble more. As much as I am healthy and still have some cash to spare, gambling for me is a lifelong journey. It is not just for the money but for the fun it brings to many. When all your children are grown up and the house has become boring, gambling might be a good source of entertainment.

Argentina will be aiming to defend the Copa América trophy after winning the 2021 edition. We also know that Lionel Messi will lead the Argentine national team because he is still actively engaged in national football. Argentine national team coach Lionel Scaloni made it clear after the World Cup that the door of the national team will always be opened to Messi and that he will always be welcomed to the team. Messi has not also misused this opportunity because he has been hardworking and continued to contribute positively to the Argentine national team. We saw his outstanding performance and influence in some of the recently played World Cup qualifiers, I do not doubt that he will keep improving. However, I think the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States might be his last game for the national team.

But the greatest of them all is Lionel Messi. He was instrumental in most of the recent successes that the Argentine national team has enjoyed. Argentina and Brazil produce some of the best players in the world. But sadly only a few of them have been fortunate enough to win the Ballon d'Or.

I am not also against reading books from some authors but we have to do that with upmost care and diligence. There are many misinformation around the crypto space that can be misleading. I also prefer to rely more on bitcointalk because it is a community with indepth knowledge about Bitcoin and some members have been around the ecosystem for a very long time. Another benefit is that members have the privilege of asking questions and getting relevant answers from experienced members. However the book contains some relevant information that can educate people in the Industry.

In football nothing is impossible so we cannot rule that Manchester United will not qualify for the next round because we think that they cannot defeat Bayern Munich. No club is undefeatable, the Red Devils could put up a surprise and win the game. And if the game between Copenhagen and Galatasaray ends in a draw, Manchester United have automatically qualified. We have seen this miracles happen again and again in football so the players and fans should be hopeful.

Many sports analysts and fans saw Bayern Munich and Manchester United as favorites to qualify for the next round, sadly the perceived underdogs like Copenhagen and Galatasaray now has greater chance than one of the best sides in European football. It will be disappointing to see them knocked out of all European competitions, maybe moving to the Europa league will be a suitable consolation.

I like your love and zeal for the success of Bitcoin in El Salvador and Bukele but a democratically elected government is accountable to the people and should listen to their yearnings. In the case of Bukele investing in Bitcoin, he received the support of the lawmakers and the legislature represented the people. Which means he received the support of the people before he invested in the Bitcoinspace. The protest and opposition that was widely publicized were sponsored by some anti-bitcoin forces that wanted to frustrate the uncommon decision by the president because the move will not benefit them..

We live in a world where pride and arrogance have filled the hearts of people. In an ideal world, Bukele deserves an apology from people who sponsored and started a media war against him. They should acknowledge that they were wrong and tender an unreserved apology. But who cares if they don't, the young president is focused on staking more Bitcoin and plans to hodl it for a longer period.

Many customers might boycott a brand because of its stance on some societal issues but more customers that appreciate the firm's decision will support the firm. There will always be two groups which are those who support and another who oppose the view or ideology. Anti-Semitism is gradually rising globally because of the war in Palestine and some brands might also take advantage of this to gain more market share. I am sure businesses in the Middle East, South Africa, Russia, etc will benefit from supporting antisemitism. Elon Musk might have peddled down on his views because almost all his business is located in the US and the government is the main supporter of Israel.

Your points are valid @EarnOnVictor that business owners should separate personal beliefs from their business if they want the business to keep flourishing. They should ensure that their comments align with the popular beliefs of their customer base or they risk losing a large chunk of customers.

Ye might have lost some support in the West but it seems he is building connections in the Middle East where his views are welcomed.  Who knows, his antisemitism might be a business strategy to penetrate the Arabian market. Just guessing.

One advantage of AI predictions is that these tools are fast and accurate. They can easily gather information about each club and do a proper analysis which will lead to accurate predictions within a short period. So it could be a good tool for people who have limited time to analyse games and make predictions. But like others have pointed out, it has its pitfalls which include technical hitches. It is not a totally bad idea but we shouldn't depend on them. There is a place for human judgment in gambling. I know we all target to make a profit in gambling but there is an uncommon joy you get when you analyse the game by yourself and make predictions. And when it comes to sports bets, fans of a particular team don't need AI to make predictions because they will always place bets on their favourite club.

The first half of that game didn't show that Napoli would lose the game. They defended and attacked effectively and Inter was not given much chance to enjoy freedom. Napoli even had two goal attempts that were hampered by the goalpost and the Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer. But the second became a disaster for the home team. They struggled to create chance and Victor Osimhen was heavily marked that he couldn't receive passes and was also restricted from making his masterclass runs.

Napoli is in a tight situation currently. They are drifting below last season's performance and it is becoming clear that they might not be able to defend the Seria A title. They are not also sure of moving to the next round of the Champions League. Walter Mazzarri has so much work to do especially in the defence, the attack also needs to be up and doing.

The beautiful thing about your story or experience was that you balanced it up. Many people take loans to gamble and just like you, they are lucky to win and make money from it. Others have also failed to win and ended up in debt. But your case is quite different because you have the money to repay the loan in case you lose the bet. Some people don't have such backup so they end up frustrated and sometimes depressed.

However, this behaviour of borrowing to fund gambling shouldn't be consistent because it could lead to addiction and debt. Occasionally one can decide to take loans to fund a gambling budget but there should be some restraints. I am also sceptical about spreading this kind of information because gamble newbies might misunderstand it which could affect their finances negatively. These new gamblers might not be able to control this kind of behaviour and end up incurring large debt because of gambling. However, congratulations on your win.

It is common for political opposition to criticize the policy of the current leaders especially when these economic decisions are strange. Making Bitcoin a legal tender was an uncommon economic policy and stacking the coins for El Salvador was just insane to some people. When the price began to drop the opposition had so many reasons to attack Nayid Bukele. They even organised rallies and protests to show displeasure over this policy. Many news outlets came with diverse reports of how investing in Bitcoin will devastate the economy of El Salvador. But I don't blame these forces because they were blinded by ignorance.

I think the President of El Salvador deserves an apology for the attacks he suffered from within and outside of critics. And the most striking quality of this BBitcoin believer is that he has a long-term plan for the investment. He is so committed to Bitcoin investment that he might not sell them anytime soon. I also think he deserves an apology from some members of the forum who saw his decision as needless. Some even suggested that he should have invested in his country's infrastructure rather than buying Bitcoin. But today with the profit the country has made, many facilitates could be built if he wants to sell.

I have stopped making New Year's resolutions because in most cases I don't keep them. I don't need to wait till the end of the year to change a negative lifestyle. The new year is just like every other day for me. This is my personal perception so I am not insinuating that having a New Year resolution is in any way inappropriate.

My gambling behaviour has never had any adverse consequences on my financial or time management. I have not also had any issues with my friends and family due to gambling. I see myself as a moderate and responsible gambler because I use an insignificant part of my income for betting. Therefore, I have never included gambling in my New Year resolution when I engaged because I am pleased with my gambling lifestyle.