What are the motives that drive you to gamble?

[davis196]

I do not know about you guys, but I gamble because I like it and because it is a hobby as well as an addiction. I'm good with myself, as I already admitted to having an addiction but tried to find and apply techniques to avoid getting off track and spending all of my money on gambling. It's quite easy for me to control my gambling anxiety as I already follow strict rules that help me stay on the line.


What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

My biggest motives are escapism and having fun. I don't gamble to make big money. This is simply delusional.
I don't have an addiction to gambling. I could stay away from gambling games for months, without any problems. I'm glad that you can control your addiction. Maybe you could share some tips and tricks, in order to help some gambling addicts, who are reading the forum.

To be honest, although I am not addicted to gambling, but sometimes I allow myself to play several times, so to speak, just to once again confirm for myself that I really am not a successful gambling player.

Is there such a thing as a "successful gambling player"? Successful gamblers would be the worst nightmare of all casinos.
All casinos want "unsuccessful" gamblers. Professional poker players(the ones, who are actually good at poker) are more like sports players, rather than actual gamblers.

[crwth]

I don't think I have any gambling addiction. I can still control my gambling expenses and everything, so it's just an everyday thing. The motivation for me is that I could earn something I could bet on a small amount. So I would risk a little, which I can afford.

That's good that you can follow the rules and stay in line, OP. I think the motivation for everyone is money, which you could lose time on if you have it, but it's unproductive.

[serveria.com]

I do not know about you guys, but I gamble because I like it and because it is a hobby as well as an addiction. I'm good with myself, as I already admitted to having an addiction but tried to find and apply techniques to avoid getting off track and spending all of my money on gambling. It's quite easy for me to control my gambling anxiety as I already follow strict rules that help me stay on the line.


What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

It's just a way to have some fun and spend some extra $$$. Definitely not an addiction. I guess more people consider gambling as a chance to get rich? Such approach can get you into some serious trouble. That's like going all in on a shitcoin haha 

[mindrust]

I do not know about you guys, but I gamble because I like it and because it is a hobby as well as an addiction. I'm good with myself, as I already admitted to having an addiction but tried to find and apply techniques to avoid getting off track and spending all of my money on gambling. It's quite easy for me to control my gambling anxiety as I already follow strict rules that help me stay on the line.


What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

I am not addicted to gambling. I play games casually every once in a while and that’s it. I gamble mostly to pass the time and see if I am lucky. I don’t really have that crazy idea of getting rich from gambling because it is a terrible thought which can make you lose everything you got.

Gamblers should be reasonable and have realistic expectations from the bets they make. Being greedy is the worst mistake you can make when you are gambling.

[coinerer]

Gambling is sometimes a happy place and sometimes a sad place I don't gamble much but I like to spend some time there in my free time I started with the first touch after being encouraged by a friend of mine . But I can't quit gambling for one reason because it accompanies me in some bad times when I'm bored for some reason or spend free time. Gambling helps me keep my mind fresh. This is my gambling success I never gamble to earn money but I spend money there. Although it's just a waste of money but it's not a big problem for me as it keeps my mind fresh.  Because he is truly happy when his mind is good

[Blawpaw]

I do not know about you guys, but I gamble because I like it and because it is a hobby as well as an addiction. I'm good with myself, as I already admitted to having an addiction but tried to find and apply techniques to avoid getting off track and spending all of my money on gambling. It's quite easy for me to control my gambling anxiety as I already follow strict rules that help me stay on the line.


What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

I don't gamble that much but I do know that most times when I do, I gamble just because I want to entertain myself but I always do it when I'm looking for a way to earn some cash ( but in rare occasions though). The maximum I've ever gambled was ~$50, I know it's small but I do that so as not to get addicted to it and I believe that ones I become addicted to it that fun vibes will no longer be there.

I guess that is one of the major mistakes people do around gambling. To gamble as a way of getting additional money. I say that is wrong, as you should not rely on gambling to make money. Making money simply by gambling is not feasible as you will innevitabelly make some mistakes and lose much of your money. Although there are several techniques to stay on the profit, this is actually not a sure thing. So, if you are in need of money, just stay away from gambling.

[Bitinity]

Most gamblers do gambling to make money, nothing else. Gambling for fun does exist but the number of this kind of gambler is low. I wont be a hypocrite, I do gamble to make some more money by risking my own money. However I also enjoy my gambling activity, means that I have 2 reasons, first is for money and second one is for fun/entertainment.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

I do not know about you guys, but I gamble because I like it and because it is a hobby as well as an addiction. I'm good with myself, as I already admitted to having an addiction but tried to find and apply techniques to avoid getting off track and spending all of my money on gambling. It's quite easy for me to control my gambling anxiety as I already follow strict rules that help me stay on the line.


What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

  -  I feel different when I gamble, because sometimes I gamble because I get tricked by other winners here in crypto gambling, there are also times when I gamble because I feel lucky on the day I gamble, but the result is the opposite of what I thought.

I don't know if it's also sometimes because I can't help it, it's like my routine is looking for it, but I only spend a small amount on gambling when I lose, I really can't stop.

[swogerino]

I do not know about you guys, but I gamble because I like it and because it is a hobby as well as an addiction. I'm good with myself, as I already admitted to having an addiction but tried to find and apply techniques to avoid getting off track and spending all of my money on gambling. It's quite easy for me to control my gambling anxiety as I already follow strict rules that help me stay on the line.


What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

I like gambling as a form of entertainment also as I never spend more than 100 dollars as my weekly bankroll.I play slot machines and yesterday I won about 50 dollars with the minimum bet of 0.10 in The Green Knight slot which before I have been losing consistently but I have started to like more sport betting again as I am experimenting with both teams to score yes bets and so far I have won about 7 out of 10 bets that I have made so I am happy with these results.

I had addiction before for the slot machines but the fact that I play rarely now I think I have gotten full self control again and I don't have anxiety or addiction problems from quite some time now.

[PawGo]

My biggest motives are escapism and having fun. I don't gamble to make big money. This is simply delusional.

I agree with that. What gambling gives is a instant (and quote easy accessible) portion of adrenaline and fun. You win or not, you always receive emotions. And saying 'I like it' most of us just like an adrenaline kick. Gambling is quite easy way to get it, without too much involvement (like in car/moto racing, parachuting, or any other x-sports).

[ethereumhunter]

I gamble because I want to feel what other people feel, where they can have fun with gambling while they get wins or loses. I know that is the result of playing gambling and I will accept the outcome.

And luckily, I don't have a gambling addiction now because I got over it a few years ago. And now, if I want to gamble, I can immediately gamble by depositing some money and stopping whenever I want. Profits can come in the short term or long term, depending on your luck. But gambling is not a way to spend time that is good for you because, after all, gambling can eat up your money.

[PawGo]

And luckily, I don't have a gambling addiction now because I got over it a few years ago. And now, if I want to gamble, I can immediately gamble by depositing some money and stopping whenever I want.

It reminds me that scene from "Coffee and Cigarettes" movie, the one with Iggy Pop and Tom Waits, and discussion about smoking:
"You know, the beauty of quitting is... now that I've quit, I can have one. Cause I've quit."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49tTzEifY6M

Truly amazing 

[ultrloa]

I do not know about you guys, but I gamble because I like it and because it is a hobby as well as an addiction. I'm good with myself, as I already admitted to having an addiction but tried to find and apply techniques to avoid getting off track and spending all of my money on gambling. It's quite easy for me to control my gambling anxiety as I already follow strict rules that help me stay on the line.


What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

  -  I feel different when I gamble, because sometimes I gamble because I get tricked by other winners here in crypto gambling, there are also times when I gamble because I feel lucky on the day I gamble, but the result is the opposite of what I thought.

I don't know if it's also sometimes because I can't help it, it's like my routine is looking for it, but I only spend a small amount on gambling when I lose, I really can't stop.

Maybe you feel different since in gambling scene we feel how competitive the people are and they are pretty serious on what they are doing since many really want to win. But in my case I only gamble when I bored and maybe I spend a few hours and get out once I'm satisfied with current result of the game. Maybe try to lessen up your game time since sometimes making it as a routine like you cannot complete your day without playing gambling can lead on addiction so for not getting into worse situation have a self control.

[xSkylarx]

I do not know about you guys, but I gamble because I like it and because it is a hobby as well as an addiction. I'm good with myself, as I already admitted to having an addiction but tried to find and apply techniques to avoid getting off track and spending all of my money on gambling. It's quite easy for me to control my gambling anxiety as I already follow strict rules that help me stay on the line.


What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

I don't gamble that much but I do know that most times when I do, I gamble just because I want to entertain myself but I always do it when I'm looking for a way to earn some cash ( but in rare occasions though). The maximum I've ever gambled was ~$50, I know it's small but I do that so as not to get addicted to it and I believe that ones I become addicted to it that fun vibes will no longer be there.

I guess that is one of the major mistakes people do around gambling. To gamble as a way of getting additional money. I say that is wrong, as you should not rely on gambling to make money. Making money simply by gambling is not feasible as you will innevitabelly make some mistakes and lose much of your money. Although there are several techniques to stay on the profit, this is actually not a sure thing. So, if you are in need of money, just stay away from gambling.

I have some friends who rely on gambling, but I wouldn't say it is stable; they rely on cockfighting and sometimes sports betting (basketball); they don't have any jobs, but they are able to bring money back to their houses when they return, though it isn't much; I am amazed because they are really lucky, but sometimes they don't have money to bring, but most of the time I noticed it they can with foods. Casino gambling, I believe, is very different from what my friends do because they have a greater chance of winning. 

[Fivestar4everMVP]

What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling?

Though I have a passion for gambling, but I do not consider my passion for it an addiction, as it is very easy for me to withhold myself from gambling for several days, weeks or even months, so clearly I am not addicted to gambling, though I have a natural passion for it.

 What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

Like I stated above, gambling for me is derived from passion, though I can not deny the fact that most times, the need to make some profit fuels my zeal or desire to gamble, but in average, passion for it is what has been my main purpose of gambling.

[babygun]

I used to gamble with big numbers; was online 16h/day and betting on obscure basketball or soccer competitions but luckily could stop myself without any real loss. Nowadays, I really just gamble for fun as it is always a bit more exciting to follow a game even when you only placed a small bet on it.

[robelneo]

What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

I don't know if anyone here did not become a gambling addict at one point in their gambling times, I don't want to be a hypocrite I become one in a short period of time because it's normal for anyone who gambles and has tasted winning a good of money during his gambling time, but I eventually learn that if you can't change the way you play, trying to win money and chasing losses you will eventually lose yourself, the only thing that can regain your confidence and peace of mind is to have total control of how you gamble and the amount you are playing.

[livingfree]

What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

I don't and I'm an addicted gambler.

There are many factors that drives me to gamble, sometimes it's all about my gut feel that I'll win. Relieving stress but I have gone and removed long time ago about me taking big wins in gambling.

I have no longer that hope in desiring winning much big with gambling. And as what you've asked in the latter, it is most likely that. Just a way to pastime.

[Fivestar4everMVP]

What about you guys? Do you have any addiction to gambling? What drives you to gamble? Is it the long shot of having a big profit coming in or is gambling simply a way of spending time for you?

There are many factors that drives me to gamble, sometimes it's all about my gut feel that I'll win.

And from experience, I can tell how frustrating and disappointing it is to have this kind of feeling and In the end, end up loosing all your money  .
This has happened to me several times when I was still pretty new to gambling, I can remember the number of times I found numbers on the road or saw some numbers in my dream and assumed they were a sign, that if I play those numbers in the lottery, I would win, I visit the lottery shop and bet all my money on those numbers and at the end of the day, win nothing... Gambling has indeed taught me lots of lessons.. Lol

Right now, I've resort to gambling just for the fun of it, though many times, the urge to gamble with a mindset of making some profit still do come, but I've learned to control my feelings better now.

[FatFork]

People gamble for all kinds of reasons. Some people enjoy the excitement and thrill of taking risks and trying to win money, while others simply want to relax or get away from life's problems. It's clear that gambling is an enjoyable hobby for some, but it's also easy to see how gambling can quickly turn into the very thing the gambler was trying to avoid. The bottom line is that there are many reasons for gambling and plenty of different ways to gamble. Just don't lose sight of that obvious point: enjoy it all in moderation!