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1101  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Does signing up with affiliate links gives these benefits? on: January 15, 2024, 01:23:14 PM
Casinos that offer extra perks and bonuses for new users when they sign up under a referral or affiliate link are actually adding an extra layer of promotion for their products and services because they know that new users would sign up more easily if they see that they are getting something like a bonus or maybe a few free spins. This strategy is a very useful marketing tactic that casino platforms use, maybe not all of them use it but some casinos offer such things.

And talking about casinos that don't allow their customers to withdraw their winnings if the amount is large, I believe that has nothing to do with affiliates or referrers because a legit and reputable casinos wouldn't do that in the first place and if a casino has evil intentions, they wouldn't care doing that even apart from this scenario.

Yes that's right, this is nothing more than a new form of marketing strategy in addition to other larger marketing promotions that casinos usually do, simply put this is like connecting one player with another player by inviting one person whether it's a friend or anyone to register at a certain casino through the affiliation they share and as a benefit, those who invite will get a percentage from the casino in a certain bonus amount that they will get in their gambling account as a gift or bonus for the participation they have done by inviting others to register at one of the casinos they promote, And as you said that the bonuses can be useful to at least do a few rounds to try their luck with a note that does not have to spend personal funds.

Makes sense, I also think that way and it's true that withdrawal problems have absolutely nothing to do with affiliates or promotional referrals that are there, because obviously anyway people who try to take advantage of affiliates to bring others in don't help the casino in terms of promotion? obviously, and for gamblers who experience withdrawal problems I think only those who make mistakes in their gambling activities, it could be that they do something suspicious so that the casino limits and makes it difficult to withdraw or even freezes their account. On the other hand in terms of affiliation there is absolutely no coercion from the casino to the gamblers, if there was a coercion to share then obviously all gamblers would not be comfortable engaging in this type of online gambling while on the other hand now most gamblers prefer this type of online gambling and that means affiliation really has nothing to do with the problem of the casino making it difficult to withdraw, this is something else.

Modern casino affiliate programmes are exciting. All about relationships, right? If someone joins after I invite them, I get a thank you bonus. Its like a digital gambling community where every invite shows trust and fraternity.

Theres more to it. My gambling experience has taught me to approach these bonuses with eagerness and care. They're great, but they shouldnt drive gambling. Gambling is about risk, strategy, and suspense. Extra bonuses are the cherry on top.

You're right about withdrawal. Individual errors or contract violations are typically to blame. Casinos are companies and must protect themselves. We must know and follow the rules as participants. It's about balancing game excitement with conscious choices. Finally, responsible gambling is the key to great online gaming.

1102  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Italian League Prediction Thread (Serie A) on: January 15, 2024, 01:04:43 PM
Inter Milan really doesn't want to waste a good opportunity to win the title. However, you need to remember that in Serie A Juventus can still be a strong competitor preventing Inter Milan from winning the title this season. In my opinion, not only Inter Milan is performing well this season, Juventus is also performing well this season and Inter Milan needs to be aware of this to ensure they really maintain their performance and maintain consistency in matches. That way, the points they have remain safe in the standings and their chances of winning the title are even greater.

We know that Juventus still have a chance to win the Scudetto it's just that Juventus doesn't make it easier I mean Juventus missed some of the previous opportunities for example Juventus only drew against Genoa, if Juventus won the match they would have the same points as Inter Milan but in fact not. Besides that Juventus have the advantage because they don't play more busy this month but they can't use it. What Juventus do now is waiting for Inter Milan to fall while they do not take advantage of the situation.
Juventus has been underperforming lately. There have been good openings to climb the ranks, but they cant seem to take them. The Genoa draw? They wasted an opportunity to level with Inter. Juventus must play, not wait for Inter Milan to lose.

Juventus could strike when Inter's Champions League commitments tyre them out. However, they need to improve, and new players may be the key. Im curious whether they can add some quality players this month to strengthen their offence. Juventus must prove they're Scudetto contenders.
1103  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Saudi Professional League 2023/2024 on: January 15, 2024, 12:47:46 PM
Bezema is clearly behaving in a very unprofesional way, and is very sad seeing this from a 35+ years old player, but we already know surely is because he wants to force a comeback to X team in europe, anyways is a bad behavior for his companions and the whole team including coach.
I've followed Benzema's career for a while, and his move to Al Ittihad was intriguing. I assumed he wanted a fresh challenge, but now it seems it was more about money. One used to European football must adjust to Saudi Arabia's culture and lifestyle. I think his recent behaviour shows sorrow and a desire to return to Europe.

A player of his calibre faltering is discouraging. According to my sources, numerous European SPL players experience this alienation. Both the game and feeling at home are important, something Benzema appears to lack. Ronaldo may have thrived in his new setting, but Benzema's situation shows how important a player's professional and personal fit is.
1104  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: ⚽ Football Transfers Speculation, Odds and Predictions on: January 15, 2024, 12:29:24 PM
Haaland may leave Manchester this summer.

He will have a release clause around 120-150mil and if Guardiola will leave, he will also leave.

Just my 2 cents.

I actually think Real Madrid is the team he is going to. We all know that Real Madrid really wanted to bring in Mbappe. But they were not able to. And there is another rumor circulating that Jude Bellingham is pushing to bring in Haaland in Real Madrid. So common sense said he might actually go to Real Madrid next unless Real Madrid actually reaches an agreement with Mbappe. Which I do not think is going to be easy actually. If Haaland joins Real Madrid, Mbappe might actually join Manchester City. What do you guys think about that?
I think Haaland joining Real Madrid is unlikely right now. Manchester City values Haaland, and his contract continues until 2027, so they wont let him go easily. Mbappe is more likely to join Real Madrid. Rumours of a personal deal between Mbappe and Real Madrid seem imminent.

However, Mbappe joining Manchester City if Haaland joins Real Madrid is intriguing but unlikely. Real Madrid will pursue Mbappe, I think. Its a tricky puzzle, but Haaland or Mbappe in Real Madrid's lineup is thrilling. These possibilities will depend on the next two transfer windows.
1105  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Germany League - Bundesliga Prediction Thread on: January 15, 2024, 12:12:04 PM
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Bayern are playing a more flexible game on the pitch, whereas they used to play with a pressing character. Their attacks are not so aggressive and effective compared to before. Even though Bayern plays very well on the pitch, it is certain that they are in a weak position compared to their rivals in the Champions League. They give too many positions. Even though he didn't have a striker, it was better under Nagelsman in my opinion. I think Tucheli will be sent at the end of the season.
Tuchel is still worth keeping based on the results achieved by Bayern Munich, they are still in the title race this season. The 3-0 victory over Hoffenheim was a good result achieved by Munich, the sharpness of their attack line is still very effective, Harry Kane is also still able to maintain his performance well. The increasing performance of Bayer Leverkusen means that Bayern Munich has to work hard to regain control of the standings, one more win achieved by Bayern Munich makes the difference between the two to one point. Tuchel just needs to keep his team's performance consistent, the opportunity to win the title is still very open, he hasn't failed yet because the competition is still ongoing and his team position is still active in the hunt for trophies.
I believe Tuchel can give Bayern Munich much. He deserves praise for his team consistency over numerous seasons. He's clearly focused on Champions League glory, which may explain their Bundesliga troubles. Leverkusen's ascension is difficult, but Tuchel can adapt.

I think Tuchel's tactical expertise will be vital in the coming weeks. As long as Harry Kane keeps playing well, Bayern's Bundesliga and UCL odds are good. Bayern has the talent and depth to overcome Leverkusen's lead.
1106  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Is gambling all about luck? on: January 15, 2024, 11:55:06 AM
There is nothing wrong with planning to get money from gambling but don't expect too much to always win because in fact gambling is completely dependent on luck, making gambling as a source of income is indeed riskier because it is like doing work, even though there are other jobs that provide a definite salary while the profits gambling is uncertain. In each casino game there are different opportunities to make a profit, but actually the way it works is the same, namely relying on luck, if you are not lucky then you will be faced with a loss.

And it is true that gambling is always profitable, of course there are many gamblers who are rich because they can make a profit just by relying on luck. But the public seems to already understand how gambling works so there are some gamblers who are not really involved with income from gambling so they just take advantage of it time by gambling without thinking about profits.
Planning to get money from gambling is common with most gamblers and it isn't wrong in it's entirety but the desperation to making sure to meet up with such expectations is what turns out to becoming the problem we do face most of the times but this doesn't mean that we can't meet up with our gambling expectations if they are realistic and followed diligently.

Profitability from gambling is sometimes or if not most times under probability and never with an assurance but with diligence on a particular strategy you can be sure to winning at some point and not loosing too often that you don't get to be profitable gambling, there's no certainty with gambling and so it should at no point be relayed upon to doing anything but if you are lucky and you get a good win it will be wise to make good use of your winnings because it doesn't come often but once in a while.
Gambling is exciting, and winning is part of the enjoyment. You're right—realistic expectations are crucial. I gamble for fun, not profit. Like a movie ticket, you pay for entertainment and win if you win.

I agree about strategy. A plan helps, but gambling is fun and there's no guarantee of success. Bet management, when to play, and when to stop are key. This balance makes gambling an enjoyable, sometimes rewarding hobby rather than a stressor.

I completely agree about using winnings properly! Like finding a rare diamond. Celebrate your win, but save or invest some of it. Gambling gains are like shooting stars - spectacular but rare.
1107  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Are successful gamblers seen as addicts? on: January 15, 2024, 11:27:01 AM
The consumed time before a gambler learns all the experiences he utilizes while gambling plays a vital role. And newbies need to follow same routine before they'll be tagged responsible gamblers like the professionals. However, not all professional gambler is seen as addict in the eyes of many people, due the type of experience they've got in gambling. Staying experience and learning new methods of gambling can keep a gambler above the reasonings of people around him. Such that even if they know of his gambling habit wouldn't call him an addict because of his extensive self-control and social skill which doesn't leave any differentiation between him and non-gamblers. Not all professionals are seen like this, but the queen of comps, Jean Scott, got such skills that made her kids and relations love her for gambling.

I see your point and it's true not just a quick knowledge that being pick-up during the first attempt of gambling, but instead, there's a lots of time that being consume to learn the pattern and to make sure that all the emotions will be taken away while playing, newbies needs to understand both the potential and the risk behind.

You can play yes you can whenever you wanted, but learning the right path to avoid addiction and losing lots of money, you needed to follow some hints coming from those experienced gambler who already been on your shoe before they acquire the knowledge that they possess now.

Gamblers learn faster with experience. Working closely with the experience players helps if they hang out in same casino with the newbie. It's not only about an online reading and research. I think the newbie needs to learn from his personal experiences, when not opportune to spend time with a professional gambler. Staying watchful and cautious of the online instructions and the real experience could help the gambler to escape multiple addictive challenges that walks with gambling. Learning through it and becoming experienced such that gravity doesn't pull the player strongly to gamble irresponsibly. They'll undergo, indeed, some thick and thins till they begin to perfect it. Some days could feel harder than the other, but staying true and being a good citizen, the player would be able to bypass those addictive eras and see gambling for it's truly doing to the society and gamblers.
Talking to expert gamblers in a casino is a goldmine. Online reading lacks the excitement, atmosphere, and live techniques. In this interactive classroom, every game is a lesson and every player may teach.

I's different to witness than to participate, making your own decisions, taking risks, and sometimes learning the hard way. This hands-on approach creates resilience and game knowledge customised to you. Indeed, attention is essential. Maturity in gambling is staying in control, acknowledging dangers, and knowing when to back off.

Though the trip has ups and downs, its all part of the learning curve. Embracing both experienced players' advice and own experience helps make a responsible gambler. It's about enjoying the game, learning from every hand, and remembering that gambling should be pleasant and controlled
1108  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Do you think gambling every day is better? on: January 15, 2024, 11:08:06 AM
But playing gambling every day does not guarantee someone can win. He may even experience defeat every day and if he doesn't realize that, his losses will get bigger and bigger. That is why we have to know our limits when playing gambling so that we can prevent excessive use of money for gambling.
Yes, it is true that gambling every day does not guarantee winning, but how do you gamble every day? Does someone not need to earn money, for example working just to meet their living needs, not all of their time is spent gambling, for example, they need time to eat and work or hang out with family, I'm sure what is meant by people who gamble every day are probably rich gamblers because they don't work, of course there are lots of businesses that make money for them every day so gambling every day is not a problem whatsoever.

So there is no loss that he thinks, it is different if it is experienced by poor gamblers who gamble every day, for poor gamblers I am not sure they have time to gamble every day because they need to earn money to eat or just pay the monthly fees at their house, that's how it should be for gamblers Poor people should not gamble every day because it will only make their lives more messy and lose a lot of money and time.  Grin
It's true, right? The rich gambler's approach to betting is very different from the poor. For the rich, gambling is a game within a game with high stakes and financial padding. More about the rush than the risk.

Consider the role of gambling as a form of entertainment, an escape, if you will, from the mundane. It's about the experience, adrenaline rush, strategy, and sometimes social aspect for many, not just winning or losing money. It's a diverse hobby that injects life with zest when done right.

The key word is "responsibly". Right balance is crucial. Gambling should be about fun, not ruining lives, regardless of wealth. Knowing your limits, playing within them, and enjoying it. Life is about finding delight in our chosen pursuits, right?
1109  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Premier League Prediction Thread 2023/2024 on: January 15, 2024, 10:10:30 AM
That's true but it's hard to fix it caused by manchester united didn't have good defenders in the club. It doesn't even matter if you were mix and match those defenders hundred of times and it will still useless. I remind you that if manchester united is not having good attacking line too.

Sometimes, it was lucky enough but the consistency from club is still questionable right now. It surprises me that how chelsea was able surpassing manchester united. This proves that if chelsea can also become a direct competitor for manchester united as soon as possible.

The consistency in Manchester United is absolutely questionable because the team has not yet done anything great to accord them with the huge honour. Not for this season. Manchester United have been so inconsistent with their fixturings and if not for the big team that they are, they will have fall below the lines more than they are currently at the table standing.

I will put majority of the blame to the manager, Eric Ten Hag and the management too for allowing all the unnecessary internal wranglings from the beginning of the season till today. It caused the team not to be stable at all and all they were doing were more-or-less like a trial by error kind of game.
Its exhausting that they keep underperforming. In this, management and Ten Hag are crucial. Internal troubles have plagued the club since the season began, affecting stability and performance. They seem to be guessing rather than planning.

However, their recent match against Tottenham helped me relax. Despite the tie, Tottenham is a strong team to face and hold. Tottenham's quality made this result acceptable despite their inability to preserve the lead. I suppose its a gleam of hope in a disappointing season.
1110  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Alter Ego In Gambling on: January 14, 2024, 07:16:39 PM
Well of course most people that gamble online are gonna play a character when they do so.
Think of it like this, out of all people in this forum, very few have spoken publicly with their face showing and their voice being heard.

Maybe some of these would be developers, who do most of their work with their real name. But for hobbies such as gambling, probably they also use pseodonyms or an outright fabricated persona that you could call an alter ego.

But it's also my suspicion that most people who gamble online are doing so without any public interaction with others. Online gambling can be social, but in very different ways than how in person gambling can be.
Everyone's an actor in online gambling, playing roles that may be extremely different from their real selves.

Im fascinated by how alter egos reveal hidden elements of ourselves. Let a part of you play and enjoy freedom - not just hide behind a screen. Isnt that exciting? Gamble with your identity, not just cards or dice.

Talk on social aspects too. The interactions might not be face-to-face, but they're still rich, layered, and incredibly compelling. I think its interesting how people connect with each other that its a mix of being alone and being with others.
1111  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: A brief advice for the newbie gamblers. on: January 14, 2024, 06:53:48 PM
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Well that's right, usually it's like that where people will lose consciousness when they always want to win so they keep chasing and their finances are slowly drained and as time goes by they get more desperate like selling or pawning some of their valuables or for example borrowing money from one of the services for gambling capital. I think the main problem in this case is the misunderstanding of gambling, especially the winnings, beginners still have the idea that winning is easy to get so they do everything they think is useful to realize their wishes, but over time as you said that unconsciously the amount of loss is accumulating.

On the other hand, I don't think beginners don't want to apply self-control, but they don't know about the dangers of gambling and in addition what they think is just a way to get a win and not a way for prevention, as I said above that it seems that the main problem is the misunderstanding of gambling so they get involved in the wrong path.
Focus on the experience, not the result. Exciting, suspenseful, as a thriller movie or a live sporting event. As with every game, its a game of chances with rules and strategy.

So, how about this? Gambling should be seen as a risky leisure activity. A budget is essential, just like any other activity. Set aside a sum you can lose and stick to it for gambling. Moderation and self-discipline matter.

Additionally, education. Gambling can be changed by understanding odds and probability. Not luck, but brains and calculation. Sociability is also important! Gambling with friends may be entertaining, thrilling, and embarrassing. Memories and experience matter more than triumphs and defeats.
1112  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: UEFA Europa League 2023/24 Season on: January 14, 2024, 06:29:53 PM
With Liverpool and others in the Europa League, I think AS Roma's season will be difficult. Roma's success last season was respectable, but this year is unclear. They overcame Bayer Leverkusen in the semi-finals last time, but Leverkusen appears to be in stronger shape and strength this season. Roma may struggle due to this strength and consistency gap.

Their inconsistency worries me. They could reach the finals, but winning the title appears unlikely. Not only is their Europa League performance inconsistent, but so is their domestic record. They have Mourinho, a successful European coach, but his expertise may not be enough. How far they go this season will depend on their home and European play.

AS Roma cannot be favorites to win the European League this season even though they were finalists last season. The fact that their performance has been so inconsistent in the domestic league makes everyone doubt that they will be able to perform like they did last season. This season the European league has some great strong teams such as Liverpool, AC Milan and Leverkusen who are performing very well this season. I can't conclude Roma's future because I will wait for the results of the European League playoffs between Roma vs Feyenoord to see their performance this season.
Im also doubtful of AS Roma's European League chances this season. They're inconsistent in Serie A, which worries me. Football is unpredictable, but Roma hasnt made any major upgrades in the winter transfer window. This club management choice is disappointing. As a fan, its hard to see a talented squad limited. Mourinho is a great coach, but even the best require tools. Roma may struggle without reinforcements, especially against Liverpool and AC Milan, who are in terrific form.

Roma's performance versus Feyenoord in the playoffs is essential. My expectations are low. Roma's form isn't good, and Feyenoord is tough. Italy has a rich UEFA history, and Mourinho is a technical genius, but will that be enough this time? We'll see, but Im expecting letdown.
1113  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Low cost but effective solutions to gambling addiction on: January 14, 2024, 06:07:20 PM
what happens a lot like this, they tend not to care about their basic needs because they still believe that what they are doing can produce big profits, but who knows when that will happen even if there is a victory, it does not guarantee the victory they will get. it's very big They can gamble within predetermined limits, especially from a financial perspective of course they don't have to gamble by spending a lot of money in just one game session. They can do this within the limits set and if they have finished one game session they have to stop and come back another day maybe luck will be on their side and give them a win, that might happen.

But I think the limit will be there if they have self-control, because everything they have to have to avoid losses in gambling in my opinion is in self-control so the most important thing is self-control, if they don't have good self-control then they won't be able to have a sense of responsibility in gambling, limits in gambling and so on. but I believe they can have self-control to reduce the risk of losses and the bad effects of gambling  as long as they realize first that excessive gambling can cause big problems.
Even though meeting basic needs is the most basic thing in our lives, rather than just playing gambling, which should only be entertainment for us. But those who still do it will not realize this and will continue even though there is no guarantee of winning. They will see it sooner or later and if they remain unaware of this, they will only get deeper into gambling without being able to leave gambling easily. When playing gambling, there should be no need to use a lot of money, especially if they still have to allocate the money they earn for their daily needs. And if they can allocate their income to their daily needs and gambling, they shouldn't experience any problems as long as they have good self-control.

If they have self-control, they will have limits in gambling so that they can reduce or prevent big losses. They should also be able to learn more about self-control so that they can take care of themselves while they are gambling and can also be responsible with themselves and their money so that they don't experience too many losses. Many gamblers have experienced this, but we shouldn't experience it because we have learned from other people's experiences. These will be ways to overcome large losses and can be a solution for those who still have difficulty limiting their gambling activities.
All about moderation. My motto is "If you're going to play, play smart." That need constraints. A cheat meal in a diet is fine, but dont let it control your life.

Speaking of self-control. Like a muscle, it gets stronger with use. Gamblers should work this muscle. Stick to a budget and remember its for enjoyment, not money. Those that gamble as a hobby enjoy it most, in my experience. They know when to hold and fold.

And then, esponsibility. This is about managing money and expectations. Gambling should flavor life, not define it. My mantra? Gamble for fun, not escape issues. What's entertainment without fun?
1114  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Use your winning responsibly on: January 14, 2024, 05:44:06 PM
If someone can't manage their winnings then they will disappear again in gambling without them realizing it, so place your gambling winnings to buy things that you are interested in and are useful for the long term, so don't waste the winnings you get for momentary pleasure, but the best advice to set aside some of the gambling winnings for savings rather than spending it all, but you are free to use the gambling winnings and it is recommended that you do not spend the money for nothing and appreciate the gambling winnings for your enjoyment.
The winning money will only be used to have fun without being able to save it to prepare for the future. And there is a possibility that he will also use the winnings to continue gambling because he still hopes to get another big win and it is normal for someone to have that kind of desire. But he should understand that getting another win, especially a big win from gambling, is not easy and it is rare for people to win big twice in a row. He must be able to understand that when he has managed to get a big win, he should immediately stop gambling for a while, celebrate his victory or not need to celebrate and prefer to save his winnings for the future. He doesn't waste the winnings by doing things like that because he can use them for other, more important things.
I understand your perspective. Winning large at gambling? Its like life's jackpot, right? Who wouldnt want to ride that luck wave longer? Its human nature to seek thrills. Moderation is crucial. Imagine using your big win for more than just fun.

Now, I celebrate successes big and small. Right? Life's too short not to cherish these times. Lets not vilify using some of your wealth for sheer fun. However, balancing is key. Celebrate, but save some for future projects or investments. Like creating a cake and eating it too, you enjoy the present while saving a portion.

I'll admit that "just one more win" is tempting. Remember that gambling is fun, not a retirement plan. While promoting fun gambling, its important to know when to step back, savor the win, and possibly turn it into something lasting. Shouldnt winning be about that? Fun now, stability later. Win-win.
1115  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Is gambling all about luck? on: January 14, 2024, 05:18:47 PM
In my opinion making cash from gambling is not a good option and the statistical probability that you will win every game at every casino is very low. I think winning or losing every game is completely in your head, so your individual tricks are not there. However, we all have some kind of luck so we should strive for what is possible for us.
Well making money from gambling is a good option and this is an effective tool from which you can earn a lot of money in a short period but this is only effective when you have control your greedy nature. Most people come to gambling and decide that they would not fall in addition to gambling but after some time they get addicted and from that stage, they fall. if I talk about luck and individual tricks then they both are compulsory for gambling when you know the tricks and have full statistics about what and how will you do will be beneficial and when you have a bit of good luck then this is what we call treasure. So both are necessary for increasing the winning ratio of gambling.
Gambling fascinates me as mental gymnastics. It can be a treasure trove if you play your cards well. I've always thought a good gambler is a mathematician and psychologist. You calculate odds, read individuals (or the scenario online), and act. This delicate interplay of numbers and intuition thrills me.

When discussing tricks and luck, I've always favored strategy. A lucky break is wonderful, but I feel more in control when I use my game knowledge. Understanding patterns, reacting to the game's flow, and trusting your instincts are key. Luck feels like a bonus, not a need.

Last but not least, gambling is fun. Its a distraction and a rewarding sort of entertainment when used appropriately. I consider it a hobby where winning is as fun as playing. Sharing tales and tips makes this forum more fun.
1116  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Can loneliness make one addicted to gambling on: January 14, 2024, 04:44:03 PM
Lonely ness is the main reason of addection of any thik. Many people do it in good way. Maximum people do it in bad way. Many addected with drug's. Maximum people are addected with bad habits. Many use gambling for leaving lonlyness. But its harmful for economical condition. So find an other way to move on.
But they won't feel lonely if they can control their thoughts and are willing to do other things. Lonely people usually don't want to meet other people because they feel too shy to meet others. They want to spend time alone and don't want anyone to disturb them so this will give them problems because they don't want to meet other people. If they get to know gambling, it will have a bad impact on them, and they will find it difficult to stop gambling. Those who decide to gamble and use it to make money will only experience loss, which will be detrimental to their economic condition. If they are lonely, they should be able to find ways to overcome their loneliness and do other things usually done by lonely and alone people.
It is very dangerous if someone keeps shutting themselves away, not wanting to meet other people, which causes anxiety and can make someone gamble, but with this anxiety, someone can become very aggressive or can get bad things like addiction, and on the one hand, someone who just spends their time alone. It's not very good for your health and it's better to look for other activities to prevent yourself from doing bad things like gambling too much or even becoming a gambling addict because you often vent your loneliness in gambling.
Actually, loneliness is just about how we can overcome it and there are lots of positive activities that don't have to involve loneliness and gambling.
Thinking more maturely might be one way to get rid of the desire to gamble when you are lonely.
Loneliness can lead to anxiety and dangerous actions. I've observed this worrying tendency too.

When played carefully, it may be a fun game of chance that adds spice to life! A little flutter in a controlled atmosphere excites me. Balance and self-awareness matter. Gambling becomes fun when time and money are limited.

You're right - diversity is important in the big picture. Expanding our horizons, hobbies, socializing, or even soul-nourishing solo pursuits can be quite rewarding. Not just distractions, these are steps to a more balanced life. How about overcoming loneliness? To find connection, we must first recognize our need and then take little, meaningful measures.
1117  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Are You Buying More Tickets To Increase Your chances on: January 14, 2024, 04:22:12 PM
But if you do it then buying more tickets can actually cost you more money, I know the chances of winning and also the percentage of having luck can increase, it's just whether this is worth doing more consistently.
We must be able to manage our finances very well and as gamblers we must be able to avoid all risks of losing which will cost us more money, one way is to limit every expense and bet we make.
There is no jackpot that can be won just for buying more tickets because if this is successful of course lottery becomes the most popular game and can provide big money for gamblers.
It just that we are talking in real terms and in reality it is not as easy as you imagine.
Lottery fans must be able to think that they only have to rely on luck to win, not by buying more tickets.
There will be times when lottery fans experience financial losses when doing things like that in the long term.

From the research I did, lottery is bet that can give you big wins in just small bet and this is the reason that lottery betting is still popular with many people.
Even though it is more popular like slot games, lottery has characteristics that can sharpen the brain and skills in getting the numbers at stake.
Various ways or strategies for getting lottery numbers have been developed by several people, even on the internet there are lots of free and paid formulas for getting numbers that can be relied on in betting.
This is one example that lottery is indeed bet with the characteristic that it cannot be used imitate another bet.
Yes, buying more tickets will cost you more money. For this reason, someone who wants to buy more lottery tickets must be able to calculate his money and what his financial position will be if he buys a large number of lottery tickets. We cannot buy lottery tickets in large quantities without knowing our financial position. And even though the chances of winning can increase, we are still determining whether it will give us a win or we will still lose. We must always remember that buying lottery tickets and winning them requires luck, so we must be careful in spending money to buy them. We cannot imitate other people who also buy lots of tickets and hope to win because lottery games are different from that but there is luck that a winner must have.

I agree with your research, which says that a lottery can give you big wins using a certain amount of money that can be bought at a cheap price. But a person must have luck to win the lottery so only a few can become lottery winners even if they have bought a lot of tickets. And even though the lottery also requires skills to analyze it, people rely more on their luck to win, so that's what makes them buy their lottery tickets again another day and still hope to win one day. Both lotteries and slots have their own fans, so those who are used to buying lotteries will keep buying lotteries, and those who often play slots will also often play slots.
I usually remark that buying a lottery ticket is like buying a dream. But how we must reconcile thinking big and keeping financially realistic! Setting aside a "lottery fund" from my entertainment budget works well. It maintains enthusiasm without expenditure.

Luck is another component. Heart and soul of the lottery. We can examine patterns or choose meaningful numbers, but luck's inexplicable charm makes it so exciting. At every number pick, I feel a thrill of "what if?" and dive into the unknown. Doesnt that define enjoyable gambling?

The appeal of lotteries and slots is like picking between different adventures, each with its own flavor. As a lottery fan, I love the draw. Weekly fate meeting! Slots, however, give instant thrills, lights, and sounds! Players get distinct stories in both games. The stories and "what could be," keep us coming back. It celebrates optimism and chance, not simply gambling.
1118  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Do you take time to read the terms and conditions of casinos before registering? on: January 14, 2024, 04:01:23 PM
We are all guilty here, since majority of us didn't take time to read terms and conditions because like what you've said, our intention is to create an account only and we find reading long paragraphs of T&C boring but we lately realize the importance of it once we encounter different technical problems after creating an account. Some people may not realize the importance of reading terms and conditions or may not be aware of the potential consequences of not doing so.
Yes, many of us may have made the mistake of not reading the terms and conditions of the casino, causing us to experience difficulties. But it is a valuable lesson for us to accept so that we can be more careful in choosing each casino we want to use for gambling. We may get bored with reading the terms and conditions at the casino so that we miss even the important parts and that causes us to get into trouble. Yes, reading long terms and conditions often takes longer than we imagine but after having previous bad experiences, we can take the time to read the terms and conditions of the casino. Moreover, the terms and conditions of each casino are different so we have to make sure that no problems will occur.

That's the common reason why a lot of people doesn't like to read the TOS of the casino since they feel tired upon spending some time reading it that's why they commonly do shortcuts and just play since they think they are clean then won't commit a mistake on the casino.

But little did they know they violate the casino terms and not aware about the mistake they made this reason is one factor that we need to read the TOS since its important for us to know the house rules.

We can save a lot of time for doing that in minute so its advisable not to be do lazy at start since that's how the problem starts to occur.
People often ignore the TOS, unaware of the risks.

In my experience, understanding the TOS is about playing smarter, not just avoiding mistakes. It's like a cheat sheet nobody checks. I found a bonus rule provision that transformed my plan for the better. These small details can improve your gaming experience.

I usually recommend a brief read. It may be tedious, but it's the game. Like doing a little homework before a huge test. Setting yourself up for a better, possibly more profitable experience. Knowledge is power, especially in online gambling.
1119  Economy / Gambling discussion / Re: Know when to stop on: January 14, 2024, 03:04:15 PM
When a losing streak becomes a burden, stop. Consider it inward reflection. "Am I still enjoying this?" If the answer is a tired "no", take a rest. Second, if you're drawn to betting like a moth to a flame, beware. Its important to treat gambling as a pastime, not a need.

Finally, celebrate your jackpot win! Just remember that smart players know when to quit. Use your gains to improve your life beyond the casino. Treasure memories and experiences. Stop beating yourself up if you lose. Gambling is like surfing—not all waves are yours. Sometimes watching from the shore is bravest. Gambling should be exciting and thrilling, not a test of skill.
1120  Other / Off-topic / Re: Who does gambling addiction affect the most? on: January 14, 2024, 02:42:06 PM
So I want to ask, between the gambling addict and his immediate family, who does the addiction affect the most?

In my opinion, it is the gambler himself, because those who do the gambling are the ones who will primarily experience bad things, before other people, in my opinion the main perpetrator comes first. if they gamble excessively which makes them addicted, they will experience bad problems related to their addiction, such as major financial problems, and other things may happen to their behavior and their own thoughts. Many of those who are addicted to gambling experience problems with their finances and themselves.

and after that, when they experience problems with their finances, it will only spread to their family, because with unstable finances, the main perpetrator, sooner or later, they can have an impact on the family, such as borrowing money or asking for money, and I think their family will object. giving money in the form of a loan even if they know that the money will be used for gambling. and if it's like this, it could be that the main perpetrator commits acts of violence because there has been a change in attitude to become a more stubborn person, because people who are addicted to gambling will do anything if they have run out of money for their gambling capital.
I agree with you on excessive gambling's negative impacts. Its a painful reminder that gamblers, typically blamed for their demise, suffer the most. They often start addiction with a single, seemingly harmless wager, drawn into the unknown by the thrill of the win. However, as they slide further, their financial and mental health suffer. Reality is sobering.

Pause and examine another perspective. Gambling itself isn't bad. It can be fun and social when done responsibly. Lack of control, unable to draw the line, makes it a vice. I believe the solution is to promote a culture of responsible gambling, where limits are defined and gamblers know when to quit.
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