Bitcoin Forum
May 30, 2024, 11:32:23 PM *
News: Latest Bitcoin Core release: 27.0 [Torrent]
 
  Home Help Search Login Register More  
  Show Posts
Pages: « 1 2 3 4 [5] 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 ... 312 »
81  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Internet connectivity - Gambling wins/losses on: March 18, 2024, 07:38:58 PM
Internet connectivity has prevented me from losing in gambling. Recently, after making predictions I was about to place the bet but the internet connectivity was bad so I couldn't stake. Initially, I was very angry that I didn't place the game. The game appeared sure which is so normal for every game. I also didn't follow up the game since I didn't stake the game but then I washed one of the games and the outcome was different from what I predicted. What made me angry became a blessing in disguise because the game didn't play and so I became happy.

I will say this worked in my favour but would have been a different feeling for me if the game played. Even though it didn't play, when I couldn't stake the game because of internet connectivity I reasoned what the potential winning would do for me and wasn't happy. So, things can work in our favour sometimes and against our favour other times. It is proper to embrace every situation.
82  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: UEFA Champions League 2023/24 Season on: March 18, 2024, 07:29:34 PM
Hopefully this can happen so that Real Madrid can get a little smoother in getting to the Champions League final this season, but Real Madrid must also be aware that Manchester City is still quite strong this season. So Real Madrid must be able to use all their abilities in the quarter-final match in order to get rid of the defending champions, because on the one hand Manchester City also know that Real Madrid will probably respond to them in the quarter-final match in order to advance to the final.
Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola meets again in the UEFA Champions League, who's exiting with his team and who's making bold step to enter the semifinals? Perhaps there's still time to exhibits our predictions on the team's. Real Madrid vs Manchester City in the UCL quarter-finals. This is probably one of the tough fixtures in the UEFA Champions League this season. Both team are elite sides and they're not going to relent and watch other sides easily grabbed winning points. Real Madrid have advantage in the first leg, they're the hosts and welcoming the Citizens at Santiago Bernabéu in the first leg.

I'm just short of words because describing this game is definitely on another level. Real Madrid will not underestimate Manchester City, definitely not this time because City thrashed Real Madrid 4 nil in their last meetings, meaning huge dissapointement for Los Blancos and they seeks for revenge this time around. Real Madrid leads with upper hand this season because they have set in place quality performance and leading first on the table.
83  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: When is best for a player to draw the line? on: March 18, 2024, 07:21:11 PM
Just for discussions and ways to educate or share knowledge with ourselves when and how to draw the line when gambling,  because for some reasons, some gamblers have arrived at unstable realities because of the lack of stoppage time while gambling so let's talk.
When do you stop?
Some stop gambling immediately the record a big lose, while others continues when they lose with hope of recovering.
Some other gamblers stop playing when the win they first few games, while other continue to chase the loses, and technically ww can tell in accuracy when this things happens, but when is the best time to stop gambling and take a break?

1-when you lose?
2- when you win?

There is no best time for a gambler to draw the line. It depends on the gambler and his income. Some gamblers will lose a significant loss and still continue gambling which will not result in negative consequences and others will have the same loss and it will create negative consequences for the gambler. If this is the reality then the issue of drawing the line is a personal thing. It is not a one-way thing because none of these subscriptions can be 100%.

A gambler can only do what will work for him. But then whichever way a gambler should understand that you must gamble with what you can afford to lose. This applies to all gamblers regardless of what you earn as a gambler. However, a gambler should always take a pause when he has exceeded 5% of his income. That's my submission.
84  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Italian League Prediction Thread (Serie A) on: March 18, 2024, 07:19:07 PM
That is the most interesting fight in the Serie A as everything has already settled in other fights with Inter winning the title and Juventus being in the second place,not much to follow despite the draw of Inter against Napoli in this last encounter during the weekend.

I think that Bologna has been playing well compared to Roma winning games more convincingly and by scoring many goals so for me would be a shame if Bologna loses the game against Roma.
Luciano Spalleti was promising and he led the club to glory last season, everything worked smooth for them and they become champions. It was a difficult tasks but at the end, winning the league title was important and straight for Napoli. Perhaps this season, huge difference is spotted because we can see Napoli eliminated from the UEFA Champions League by Barcelona and sitting 7th position when it comes to Seria A table.

Napoli president, Aurelio De Laurentiis is experienced and not in a hurry to sack any manager, there's absolutely good time frame for these new managers, he ensured he's picking the best alternative to sits into the shoes of Luciano Spalleti this season. Among these elite teams, Napoli remained the main club that let's their guards down. Everything declined for Napoli the moment, Luciano Spalleti decided to exits the club after winning the scudetto with the Naples, it was a deserved moment for the club's growth.
85  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: ⚽ Football Transfers Speculation, Odds and Predictions on: March 18, 2024, 07:12:17 PM
There are rumours such as Mason Greenwood is on the radar of Atletico Madrid and it is said that Manchester United have set an asking price of 50 million pounds (around 58 million euros) for him.  Smiley

This is quite a huge sum before anything else. His market value is only 7.5 million euros now. But valuing him this high might be to show that the Red Devils aren't very interested in selling him to another team now. Besides I have read that the team want him back in the squad after his loan contract with Getafe ends this summer. As he is cleaned from the charges against him as well this can be a second chance for him to improve his career. He is actually a quite skilled player.
A skillful player, Greenwood is one of my favorite player in Manchester United and his prime sparks limelight for the player. He's still very active and ready to deliver his club whenever he's been called upon. Mason Greenwood is overhyped and this is usually a normal thing in the window, because he's from England and we know how these things works.

Erik Ten Hag admire the style of Mason Greenwood but with the current situation, he's not having any solid contact with him, he's more focused on developing his club. Mason Greenwood's rape accusation may have ended his football career, but with GOD on his side, he was able to overcome the accusation. Getafe will release the exceptional player at the end of the season despite his incredible contribution. Mason Greenwood is a vital player for his team, and his loan was essential owing to the charges he incurred while with his squad this season. Mason Greenwood is an Englishman with good ball skills.
86  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Know when to stop on: March 18, 2024, 06:57:47 PM
The bonus system doesn't guarantee a reasonable win, I don't enjoy playing with bonus, online. And a lot of gamblers have noticed how devious the bonuses work. Although, one should be happy to gamble using bonus, yet losing out in all, isn't encouraged. Like any reward, one works for it. The bonuses are as a result of a player's effort in meeting the required activity. Then he gets the reward and doesn't win enough or at all. However, it's also better for an addict to gamble with bonus than his money. He wouldn't bother about losing anything. Moreover, offline casinos offer bonuses in form of comps and it's preferable, also, proofs how unnecessary it is to wager with bonus.

Comps are used as money for food and hotel bills. Bonuses get easily manipulated by the casino. Hence, the physical casinos don't care about such bonuses, as they do to keeping their players in the house. It also opens a memorable bond between the player and the casino. A person who provides us shelter and food is more valuable than those that only give cash. They're both important, but the memories don't match. The casino players tend to go back to receive such treats again. It shows how motivating the comps is to a player compared to bonuses for wagering.

In general, casinos definitely provide bonuses or promotions for those who gamble, but it is true that what you say does not guarantee a reasonable and certain victory. You said it's better to gamble using the bonus than the money, my question is how to get the bonus?
Because in my opinion, to get the bonus, of course, we have to gamble first and of course we have to deposit money first. I think it's almost impossible for a bonus to be obtained without us doing certain conditions. Maybe with the lottery it still makes sense.

Indeed, many online casinos more often hold promotions and bonuses, because in my opinion the goal is to attract many people as well as to increase their rating and reputation. Of course, another goal is to make players comfortable as well as confident that the casino they go to is the best casino. But what must be aware of even though casinos provide bonuses and promotions but we must be able to know when to stop gambling, not because the bonus makes us continue to gamble, it is not recommended.

Recently, addicted gamblers hunt daily for casinos that provide bonuses for signing up, then look for a means to manipulate the bonus by creating multiple accounts. They do this to be able to gamble free and spend less in the process. Since gambling with money will only get them broke. New casinos make this offer to attract more users. But that doesn't make a difference in winning. It can be more beneficial to a compulsive gambler, compared to a responsible player. The latter also cares about winning, but the first mentioned is focused on gambling rather than results.

Regardless of the bonuses, the gambler still needs to control his gambling morale. As the aim is to attract the funds of the gambler, immediately he gets clouded by those bonuses and wants to win at all costs. Hence, the player, still, needs to regard the fact he's gambling and make his conclusions. Gambling for a long period in a session is not encouraged. Win and loss are the known results, but losses are more consistent. Since we don't win all the time, no need to gamble for a long time. It's fine to keep on trying, but not on a gambling basis. We keep trying another day, not the next minute. The period of break is recommended for every gambler.


Most addicted gamblers do not bother themselves with checking for bonuses. They are more concerned about using their money to gamble simply because the bonuses offered by these bookmakers are not even enough to satisfy and offset their hunger. Even when a gambler gets this bonus, he is still not satisfied because the bonuses offered by these bookmakers are below the staking power of the addicted gambler. Also, most addicted gamblers are always gambling in fact they gamble every day so what will a bookmaker's bonus do for such a gambler.

I agree with you on the need for a gambler to control his morale. Maintaining a positive and controlled morale can significantly impact a gambler’s decision-making and overall experience. It is important to note here that negative morale can lead to impulsive decisions and poor judgment. A gambler with low morale may be more likely to chase losses, take unnecessary risks, and ignore proper bankroll management.
87  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Gambling Management on: March 18, 2024, 06:21:47 PM
Do a gambling budget and you gonna be fine tho it is still gonna hurt the pocket and emotion a little bit but you gonna fine or just stop to gamble.  Now I use $$ from the profits from the previous bet to place the next bet and save my initial capital.?
Same like you I always do that but in the end, I sometimes just lose it all hahaha

After you make profits, you should take out your capital and begin to use your profits for more gambling, the more you win you have to repeat this so that you don't use your capital again for gambling. When you do this you can't be in losses as when you lose you aren't losing your money but the profits that you made earlier. If you start well when you begin gambling, you can be in profit for a very long time and not lose your money but if you win and use up the money, you'll have to use your capital again.

Gambling management is all about how you can minimize losses and keep staying in profits. Not every gambler that is in losses therefore doesn't have the thinking that you can't be in profits when gambling, if you plan yourself very well and don't gamble wrongly, you'll be making profits too. You can lose as losing is something that has always when gambling but you won't be in losses when you check your account.

What happens when you lose your profit? Obviously, you will fall back to your capital. The best way to gamble is to set a limit from the onset even before you begin to gamble. All gamblers should understand that gambling has an inherent risk and so losing is the only guaranteed outcome. If this is the case then why should a gambler go above his limit when there is nothing guaranteed in gambling. I would prefer to gamble and lose but stick to my limit than to gamble and win and then exceed my limit.

The reason for this thought is simple. When you go against your budget you end up losing more than you wished to. And then you will keep chasing loss when you are supposed to take a pause. This kind of behavior can leave a gambler frustrated which can bring negative consequences in his overall living.
88  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Premier League Prediction Thread 2023/2024 on: March 18, 2024, 06:07:34 PM
I agree with you. It is not the fault of Klopp but the players because the allowed Man United to have an upper hand in the extra time which led to United pressuring their defense. However, it is not a must that Liverpool should win the game, and this is why I would say that luck didn't favor any team, but what favored Manchester united was the zeal and determination that they can still win the match. It was a good day for the red devils, as they were able to play with the spirit of the old Manchester united in this game, turning things around even when everybody thought that it is over for them.
Liverpool played not too bad but it is not their day and Manchester United players suddenly played better than they often shown recent weeks. I see this defeat is helpful for Liverpool because they will no longer have to worry about FA Cup. By that, they will have more chances to focus on Premier League and Europa League and winning either Premier League or Europa League will be bigger achievement for them than winning FA Cup.

Manchester United will have chance to win FA Cup to avoid another season without title. If they win it, it is a small achievement for them but it won't be enough to make their club strength is stronger and become more competitive next season. To be stronger, they have many things to do for improvement in their squad and tactics.

Even though Manchester United managed to qualify for the semifinals and will only play against Coventry, of course, it is certain that Manchester United will also qualify for the final match. But unfortunately, in the final match Manchester United will face Chelsea or Manchester City but yes, if for example in the final match Manchester United meet or play against Manchester City, then I personally am not sure Manchester United can beat Manchester City. Therefore, even though Manchester United is certain to play in the FA Cup final, but there is still no strong guarantee for Manchester United to get the FA Cup trophy.
Erik Ten Hag is yet to lift the important trophies for Manchester United. Erik Ten Hag knocking Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool from the FA Cup just save his day and also boosts the confidence, that's how to win big games this season. Manchester United coach, Erik Ten Hag is always here to ensure things works exactly perfect and smooth for his club, there's absolutely no room for reluctance because he's aiming for title winning this season. We know how he poses when he's desperately pulling targets on titles.

The FA Cup trophy are mainly for the serious team and Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea are the prominent Champions, one of them will become champions of the FA Cup this season. Manchester United played their best because Liverpool is one of the problematic opponents they have this season. Its still huge surprised to see the Red Devils kicks out Liverpool from the FA Cup quarterfinals. The vast number of the supporters was in support of Liverpool but they were shocked to understand and see how everything resulted at the end.
89  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Germany League - Bundesliga Prediction Thread on: March 18, 2024, 05:48:37 PM
Christian Streich will leave FC Freiburg as coach at the end of the season. He will then have spent 4568 days as coach at Freiburg and a total of 29 years at the club. It is a shame that he is ending his coaching career. But it is also a good and respectful decision. Because he is not leaving the club in a dispute or because the performance is bad. But because he simply feels that the time has come.
So Frank Schmidt from Heidenheim is now coach for a record of 6027 days up today.
The Germany league is a tough one, everyone in suspense actions this season. Freiburg in a tight spot this season with struggling performance, they  will decline in performance, because one of the best thing that have happened to them will depart at the end of the season. A prominent coach will leave at the end of the season and having thoughts about his absence disturbing the great performance of the club currently.

Freiburg will become competitive because they're looking forward to witnessed good results in matches. It's not easy but they will keep trying until they reach their ultimate target this season. Freiburg ended 5th position last season and that was huge bold step for them, they will keep making crucial moves this season because they're not in any significant position. It's been one of the tremendous records for the club. Freiburg headcoach, Christian Streich have decided to exits Freiburg at the end of the season, he did good for the club and have impressed the supporters and team's board with his stellar record in the club.
90  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: The Future of Gambling on: March 18, 2024, 05:28:31 PM
The way gambling is now spreading all over the world, it may become an addiction in every household in the future. Nowadays, casinos have gained the most popularity in this modern world, where people deposit money and get a lot of money by placing bets. And the metaverse technologies that are spreading day by day in the modern world will attract more people to gambling in the future. I think we'll see a lot more in the future and gambling will get more technologically advanced and people will get into it more. Although currently gambling can be controlled, I feel that in the future people will gamble and not be able to control themselves.

With the rise of the internet and mobile devices, gambling has become more accessible than ever before. Online casinos and betting apps have made it possible for people to place bets from the comfort of their own homes. The development of the metaverse, a shared virtual space that is created by the convergence of virtually enhanced physical reality and physically persistent virtual reality, will likely attract even more people to gamble in the future. The immersive and interactive nature of the metaverse will provide a new level of engagement and excitement for gamblers.
 
As gambling becomes more accessible and technologically advanced, there is a risk that it may become an addiction in more households as you have noted. This is disturbing because as technology advances and gambling becomes more integrated into our daily lives, it may become more difficult for individuals to resist the temptation to gamble. This could lead to an increase in the number of people who struggle with gambling addiction.
91  Other / Off-topic / Re: Dont chase your loss on: March 18, 2024, 04:58:14 PM
It is best you gamble when necessary not because you want to chase your loss and win back you money, many are victim of this circumstances and for me is a bad practice and this might make you not to employe your gambling skills and roles because you inhast in your decision making. What is your opinion on this?
   By believing that a loss is already a signal for me to stop gambling at casinos. Also, if the loss clearly meets my predetermined loss limits, which I intended to follow once I had already fulfilled them. That is why it is important to have set loss limits to follow in case you do not know if you will stop gambling or not in the casinos. In fact, a large loss is a clear indication that you should take a break from gambling. For me, if you have already had several losses in a row, it is time to call it quits. Then you must realize that continuing to gamble can already be detrimental to your well-being. Because if you gamble without any breaks, you will get into a lot of trouble.
  So, if I have already lost a lot of money at casinos, I will just stop gambling. Even if I do it on platforms like JeetWin and others. This is not an issue with the platforms you use. The losses are what matter most and are a sign that you should stop gambling at casinos. Especially if you already have a financial problem and do not know how to support your gambling sessions. That is obviously a strong indication that you should avoid gambling at all costs. It does not benefit you or your overall financial situation. So, if you have already suffered losses, make sure you've enlightened your mind. As a result, you should stop gambling right now.

Even when you are winning understand that if you keep gambling you will lose everything that you have gained so understanding this is very important because when a gambler is guided by this notion he can consider gambling with a predetermined limit. Setting a limit is not only important when you are losing but also important when you are winning. Setting limits when winning is paramount as it will help to control greed from taking over and also enable the gambler to enjoy his winnings without risking them all back into the game. Most gamblers hope to make a profit and it is imperative to walk away from the gambling house when you have a profit.

Similarly, set a limit on how much you are willing to lose before walking away from the game. This prevents chasing losses and falling into a downward spiral of continuous betting. In addition, consider setting a time limit for your gambling sessions. This helps in pacing yourself and avoiding prolonged exposure to the risks associated with gambling.

92  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: La Liga (Spanish League) Prediction Thread 2023/24 on: March 18, 2024, 04:37:04 PM
Barcelona's big win with Atletico Madrid made Atletico Madrid even worse this season because they lost badly at home. I also didn't think that Barcelona could beat Atletico Madrid, because initially I thought that with the situation looking inconsistent, Barcelona would not be able to beat Atletico Madrid. However, in reality what happened was different, Barcelona played very well and were able to take advantage of the opportunities that occurred to score goals. In my opinion, with this victory, Xavi is enthusiastic again to provide a better strategy in the next match to prove that Barcelona can recover from adversity before Xavi leaves after this season.
Diego Simeone feels humiliated to watch Barcelona defeat him 3-0. Atletico Madrid didn't pose any atom of threat to Barcelona, they only made few goal attempts and this have been the main goal for the club. Barcelona have been the best form this season, they're competitive with every club they struggled with. Barcelona can meet up Real Madrid in the long title run this season, there's enough reasons for this particular elite team to become promising in the La Liga title race this season.

Every elite team have a problem they're trying hard to resolved this season and Barcelona own just happen to be severe injuries on their key players this season. Barcelona appointed Xavi Hernandez because they believe he was the main man to revived the club from financial struggles. He will continue doing their best this season, they're elite team and picking up their best was an important phase for them. Barcelona was ready to absorb every pressure of Atlético Madrid this season.
93  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Will You Fire Your Best Employee Who Is Addicted To Gambling ? on: March 18, 2024, 04:14:40 PM
I will not fire my employee if he is an addicted gambler. I will consider his productivity and conduct during working hours. This will form the basis for judging the employee and so my decision will not be based on whether he is an addicted gambler or not. In my thinking, it is not ethical to fire an employee solely because he is addicted to gambling. Even when you know that your employee is an addict, it is proper to support your employee and help them overcome their addiction rather than terminating their employment. Addiction is a serious issue that requires understanding and assistance, and firing the employee would not address the root cause of the problem.

I understand also that most employers will be more bothered about their business growth than the feelings of their employees but then employers must approach the situation with empathy and offer resources such as counselling, support groups, or access to addiction treatment programs. By providing a supportive environment, the employer can help the employee seek help and work towards recovery while still maintaining his job.
94  Other / Off-topic / Re: Dont chase your loss on: March 18, 2024, 03:50:16 PM
If gamblers would stop very easily then this could reduce the number of gambling addicts but in fact there are still many who still stay there because of a lack of good self-control and many gamblers say they want to stop right away. but sometimes their beliefs are not completely strong and their feelings disappear at once, because this is caused by strong temptations which very easily influence their minds.
It could be true that what you say is addictive because they don't have the right behavior within themselves, namely they are easily influenced by the temptations in the casino so they will bet continuously without thinking about when to stop.


It's not a matter of "if" the moment a gambler is addicted it becomes a challenge. I believe that any point a gambler gets addicted, he is no longer in control of his way of living. He is been controlled by his constant urge to gamble. I have seen addicted gamblers wipe after losing and make different vows never to involve in gambling but then the moment they have money to gamble again, you see them forget about their irreparable loss and even debts and begin gambling. Show me an addicted gambler and I will show you a person who isn't happy with his way of living but can't stand his ground not to involve in gambling again.

I will always advise any gambler battling with addiction to speak out to others as the intervention of these people will help him come out from addiction. When a gambler keeps his addiction a secret it will become difficult to control his addiction because he can decide to gamble anytime without the intervention of others and when he feels guilty and regrets his actions he has no one calling him to order.
95  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Do you prefer betting your own predictions or from prediction site on: March 18, 2024, 02:40:10 PM
Even if you do have the money, it wouldn't really be that still worth on following someones bets no matter how professional or veteran they are into this industry but still it wont really be giving out that kind of good feeling in terms results or outcomes. It wont really be giving out that kind of easiness or when it comes to emotion on the time that you would really be making those bets basing up on someones calls or predictions. Nothing beats out if you do really make your own bet rather than on following into others. Somewhat its not that a bad idea on check out some information
or analysis that do came from others on which you do have at least having the idea on what you are really that dealing into.

Also it would really be that totally enjoyable and thrilling if you do really based up with your bets since you put up your own analysis into it rather than on making those random or suggested bets.
It's quite confusing why a gambler has to follow other people's predictions and bets for their bets. maybe by chance, it may work in some bets, but in the long run, those bets will not continue to be successful. still, gambling is a form of luck.
we bet ourselves with our own money and of course with our predictions. If we win, it will give us satisfaction with the luck we get. not from other people's luck that we follow.

I think only newbies completely on the prediction of an expert but as they continue to gamble it becomes easier to understand that you don`t need the prediction of an expert or from a prediction site to win. Also, some people do not understand the sports or know the players so they believe that prediction sites can offer more accurate predictions than themselves since it is believed that the prediction sites make analyses based on certain data. This is what I was doing when I started Ice Hockey betting. Since I don`t watch Ice Hockey and also do not know the teams and players, I was relying on different prediction sites to make my prediction but this didn’t help because I wasn’t winning. So, I stopped gambling on Ice Hockey and started betting on football which I know.

Gambling is better when you focus on the areas you know. Since I started football betting I don’t rely on prediction sites yet I am recording good wins. One truth about gambling is that no one can guarantee you winning so it is good you make predictions yourself.
96  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Drake and Bruno Mars An Example of How Gambling Addiction Can Affect Anyone on: March 18, 2024, 02:19:57 PM
While we often discuss Drake's well-documented struggles with irresponsible gambling and the "Drake's Curse", it's important to be aware  that gambling addiction can affect individuals from all walks of life. In this regard, let us take a moment to look at the case of another celebrity, Bruno Mars, whose gambling issues have manifested differently from Drake's.

Several internet sources today has reported that Bruno Mars borrows money specifically for gambling purposes, this is one thing that goes against one of the  rules of responsible gambling. Bruno currently owes 50 million dollar in gambling debts. I am not going to bore you with the detail. Therefore, I will leave a link to the full story - https://www.nme.com/news/music/bruno-mars-is-reportedly-50million-in-debt-due-to-gambling-3602329.

The lesson to learn is that gambling addiction is not respecter of Gender, economic status, race, nationality, religion. It will mess you up, bring shame and disgrace to you if you don't abide by the rules of responsible and do all you can to avoid it.

Anyone can fall into the trap of gambling addiction and that is why every gambler is instructed to gamble responsibly. When a gambler does not gamble responsibly it becomes so easier for the gambler to become addicted and when a gambler is addicted he gambles above normal which creates complications in the gambler's life. Gambling addiction is a serious problem that affects individuals across various demographics, irrespective of gender, economic status, race, nationality, or religion as you have noted. It is a condition that can have devastating consequences on a person’s life if left unchecked. The allure of gambling can be enticing, but the repercussions of addiction are far-reaching and can lead to significant personal and financial turmoil.

This is why responsible gambling is important. Engaging in responsible gambling involves setting limits, being aware of warning signs of addiction, seeking help when needed, and avoiding behaviours that may lead to compulsive gambling. By promoting responsible gambling habits and raising awareness about the risks associated with excessive gambling, individuals can mitigate the negative impacts of this widespread issue.

97  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Losing at gambling on: March 18, 2024, 01:32:05 PM
I personally haven't faced this kind of scenario but if ever I'd feel devastated and stressed. It's not just about losing the money, but also losing trust and stability within the relationship. And he/she is my partner, I will communicate with him and encourage him that it's time to stop gambling. I'll support him and seek help to professionals.
Sometimes economic problems can cause things to strain relationships and none other than people who are addicted to gambling will definitely lose their sense of trust in their family and also their partner if they have crossed the line and don't want to be asked to stop. If it's not too late, we can advise him well and help him to stop, but if it's too late, it's quite difficult to advise people who are addicted to gambling, they need to discuss things with each other in a calm manner so as not to cause feuds in the household because economic problems like this are the beginning of the breakdown of the household.

Well, as long as the addict is still living it is never too late to advise him as you have noted. Overcoming addiction is difficult but not impossible. Gamblers struggling with addiction often face innumerable challenges that go beyond financial implications. The compulsive need to gamble can lead to deceitful behaviour, lying about losses, and hiding the extent of their addiction from their family members. This dishonesty erodes trust and can lead to feelings of betrayal and resentment among loved ones.

An addicted gambler is always having economic problems since he gambles all the time which makes it easier to lose at every point in time. This is so disturbing since economic problems can put a significant strain on relationships and a breakdown of trust within the family and between partners as the gamblers may prioritize their addiction over their loved one’s well-being.
98  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Recovering gambling addict stories on: March 18, 2024, 01:00:42 PM
Not just money they lose, but time and relationship. The other video that I saw that he was not even present with the delivery of his first and second kid, he was done gambling and trying to make money for the hospital bills but it turns out that he losses in both time.
When anyone loses money by gambling then the user has nothing to do if the user has no way to afford the loss. And in this case, it may cause several side effects. The user may fall into bad evil and it may turn into killing and also it may turn into suicide.

True. When individuals lose money through gambling and are unable to afford the losses, it affects their mental health and overall well-being. This loss can create financial distress and emotional turmoil. Gamblers who are unable to afford the losses may find themselves in a deadly financial situation which will make the gambler struggle to meet his basic needs or pay off debts incurred from gambling. Also, feelings of shame and regret are common among gamblers who experience significant losses.

Above all, the most extreme consequence of severe gambling losses is suicide. When gamblers feel overwhelmed by their financial situation and see no way out, they may resort to drastic measures. This could include turning to criminal activities, which may escalate into violent behaviour, or contemplating suicide as a way to escape the mounting pressure and distress. Stories have surfaced online about how people lost huge amounts of money, couldn’t bear the loss and then committed suicide.
99  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Stop gambling if you don’t have free time to do it on: March 18, 2024, 10:21:14 AM
I’m always a victim of this mistake before when I’m still allure on online casino. I keep playing every night after work. I always play until midnight which makes me consume most of my rest time for my job preparation tomorrow.

The result is I don’t have much energy at work due to insufficient sleep and I lose funds on gambling because I keep playing quick due to my limited time. The effect is very disadvantageous to me since I both lose in these situations. This is the reason why I change my gambling pattern significantly that limit me to play only during weekends when I don’t have job tomorrow.

This is an advice based on my experience, don’t ever insert gambling on your schedule if you really don’t have free time for it because it will always result to disaster in both gambling and your life.

It is irrational to gamble with the wrong state of mind. When you gamble when you are not supposed to be gambling, you will not get the best out of gambling. Some people leave their jobs during working hours just to go and gamble. Others even gamble when they are feeling sleepy. This used to be my situation. I will be feeling so sleepy yet I will find it difficult to take a break from gambling sleep and I always lose more because what I will be playing at that time will be different from what I intend to play without even knowing. This is not a good sign because gambling requires 100% concentration.

concentration plays a crucial role in determining success or failure in gambling. Concentration will enable gamblers to analyze the situation at hand, consider the odds, and make rational choices based on logic rather than emotions. Without proper concentration, gamblers may act impulsively and this will lead to poor decision-making and ultimately losing more than necessary.
100  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Gambling by financial dependents. on: March 18, 2024, 10:06:38 AM
I just noticed this a few days ago one of my siblings has been a bad addicted gambler, and I have to come back here to discuss it because it’s similar to this topic he have a bit of stealing and gambling at the same time and my parents has been worried about what is going on on his life. He is not concentrating in his studies at school every time he’s talking about making money making money and one day I ask him this money you are talking about what is your plan on making this money he said he have a game and he starts to even convince me to give him some money to play the game by the time I took my time and investigate. I find out that this guy is so much gambling and it has been a problem to my family.

Having known that he is an addicted gambler you have to help him heal. If your parents will react negatively to this then you can keep it a secret and then give him a proper guideline as the eldest to enable him to escape this addiction. If he is not given the necessary support he will continue and might start doing worse things to feed his gambling urge. Begin by telling him the implications of gambling addiction. Then, threaten him that you will get him arrested if you see him gambling. Since he is still young this can frighten him.

When I was growing up my dad would always instruct me never to play football because my elder brother dislocated his leg when he was playing football with friends and so my dad hated seeing us playing football. When he tried to stop us and it wasn’t working, he started issuing threats and it worked out since we became afraid and then stopped. I think you can adopt this strategy. In addition, deactivate his online account, reduce his upkeep money and also go to the betting shops where he gambles and tell them never to allow him to gamble. This pause can help him regain his sanity.
Pages: « 1 2 3 4 [5] 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 ... 312 »
Powered by MySQL Powered by PHP Powered by SMF 1.1.19 | SMF © 2006-2009, Simple Machines Valid XHTML 1.0! Valid CSS!