Educate yourself to be a frugal gambler

[slapper]

I agree with your post but knowing a gambler’s mindset, it will be more fun if you are also winning your game. That’s the reality in gambling. It will be more entertaining if we are also making some profits out of our losses. However, if one will certainly stick to your post, which I think that’s how gambling should be, yes you may play for fun and entertainment with your favorite games, but it’s still inevitable for most of the gamblers to bet on a bigger amount and expect for a higher rewards most especially if you also know how to play the game well. Thus, you are  satisfying yourself with your games while your wallet is filled with profits as well.

However, I agree with what you have said, and it is true that there will be more fun if the gambler always wins and wins and wins, but how is that possible? It is not even a lucky charm can not make the user win all the time. So, as they say, gambling is for fun. We should never or not allow our happiness to lead us into danger, because while we are happy about winning, anytime we are losing we will still have the mindset that we will win (WWW) next time, and it can make a gambler, to become an addicted gambler. Like losing everything, we have to gamble, so we should set a limit for our gambling life and never exceed the limit.

Moreover, sometimes when we are gambling for fun, and we are not winning, we still end up increasing our stake and when it has gotten to such an extent, we should click the logout button if we are gambling online. Even if we are gambling online, we should still do the same.

If success were a given, wouldn't everyone be doing it constantly? The intrigue, the unknown, and the will-I-won't-I of it all are what make it fun

Having fun while gambling, absolutely! However, "just one more try" has a steeper incline than a hill covered in banana peels. It's like you're having a great time and in the zone when all of a sudden, "I'll win next time" starts to creep into your thoughts. Setting a limit is the key here! A huge, gleaming, golden ticket that would control it all. Because our bank accounts shouldn't move brrrr in the opposite direction from the way the virtual slot machines go, right? So let's keep it light and entertaining, and keep in mind that when the fun ends, it's time to log out with the excitement of winning the lottery

[ethereumhunter]

Gambling is for fun and not to make money. Gamblers should know this and not try hard to win the gambling. If more gamblers knew about this, perhaps cases of gambling addiction could decrease and not be so worrying. This requires awareness from each gambler, especially those who still gamble too often, to immediately reduce their gambling activities so they don't experience problems later. Only self-awareness can help them avoid gambling addiction and enjoy gambling as entertainment. People need to have a gambling budget so that they don't exceed their limits so that they don't lose a lot of money in gambling.

[wiss19]

Play for fun. If you are not playing for fun, you are doing it wrong. Gambling should be done to entertain yourself only, and always remember that gambling is not a sound financial investment. I have witnessed the horrors of people who blow their kids college funds and life savings on gambling at a Casino. Don't be one of these people. Have a daily or weekly gambling budget and learn which games you like and how to play them so that you can actually have much more fun playing them than just winging any game.

Despite all of this being right and true, it's just general information about the topic, and as everyone said already, it has been discussed more than a thousand times already, and almost every single user visiting the forum has already seen and read it. So, when you were creating this thread, you should have done some research and should have found some pointers and maybe some tips that a person can use or think of so that they don't take gambling as a way to earn money.

In my opinion, whether someone will gamble for fun or to earn money depends totally on their financial status at the moment because someone who has a limited amount of money will surely think of earning more money with that while someone who has a lot of spare money won't think of earning more and will take gambling as a source of getting some entertainment only.

[Fivestar4everMVP]

Hmm, needless say that such topic of discussion as this is already one too many in this board, and like it is right now, it is hard to comment on topics like this without feeling like the comment you share is same thing you've said before..

But anyways, I still understand that this is a public forum with alot of visitors every day, I will never be too much to keep warning gamblers of the dangers of over gambling and as well as the gains of moderate gambling, addiction to gambling is real, and it destroys, far more than any one can imagine, so yeah, we all must be frugal, prudent in all our gambling activities, so as to avoid problems.

[mvdheuvel1983]

These type of write ups always end up falling on deaf ears. We don't need to be dishing out these things anymore to gamblers. The best way that humans learn is through a painful, bitter, experience. Somehow I think that is how we are wired to learn from negative experiences because they came with more meaning and hit us at the very core of our being.

Gambling with your kids college funds is not even the worse story about irresponsible gambling I have heard. We should be disciplined enough to know when to self -exclude ourselves from casinos. No one who has ever done this has had any reason to regret their decision.

[Iranus]

Gambling is for fun and not to make money. Gamblers should know this and not try hard to win the gambling. If more gamblers knew about this, perhaps cases of gambling addiction could decrease and not be so worrying. This requires awareness from each gambler, especially those who still gamble too often, to immediately reduce their gambling activities so they don't experience problems later. Only self-awareness can help them avoid gambling addiction and enjoy gambling as entertainment. People need to have a gambling budget so that they don't exceed their limits so that they don't lose a lot of money in gambling.

You are right. Gambling should only be considered a game. This is not a way to make money. If someone sees gambling as a means of earning money then he will become addicted to it. And the consequences of gambling addiction are dire. I know many gamblers who have lost a lot of money due to gambling addiction. And many have become addicted to various drugs besides being addicted to gambling. And its bad effects are seen in his personal and social life. And this is why I think of gambling as just a game. And I only gamble when I have extra money. Or I stop myself from gambling. It's not like I haven't lost money gambling, but even if I lose money gambling it doesn't affect my personal lifestyle much. And so we should always be aware. We can stay away from the harmful aspects of gambling only if we are aware.

[uneng]

That is the key: to educate yourself.

It might take a longer time for some, a shorter for others, it can be easy for some and it will be difficult for others, but the important is to never give up educating yourself on the right track. Human beings are adaptable to the environment where they are inserted, they seek rationally for actions which will lead to them to stability, welfare and internal peace, so it's perfectly possible for a gambler to maneuver his thoughts and goals on this direction, if he really wants and has persistence to overcome the temptations in the middle of the way and to endure the process.

The important is to maintain and grow hope inside yourself, while avoiding hopeless feelings, which bombard us from times to times.

[Vaculin]

Play for fun. If you are not playing for fun, you are doing it wrong. Gambling should be done to entertain yourself only, and always remember that gambling is not a sound financial investment. I have witnessed the horrors of people who blow their kids college funds and life savings on gambling at a Casino. Don't be one of these people. Have a daily or weekly gambling budget and learn which games you like and how to play them so that you can actually have much more fun playing them than just winging any game.

That's how it should be. Gambling is not a source to earn money so relying on the profit you can possibly get when you gamble is not really right. Because you're not even certain if you can double your money when you use it to play.

Therefore, it's just right to gamble with a desire of having fun. So you can enjoy the games and you'll not be pressured to win because your reason for playing is to entertain yourself. If only many gamblers can have this mindset, then we can prevent seeing them becoming addicted due to lack of self-control.

It’s really easy to say to just gamble with the desire of having fun, but when you start making unexpected profits from gambling, suddenly your purpose is not just to have fun but to earn profits as well. That’s how majority of the gamblers have turned into more greedy and more profit centered because they have started to taste the profits in gambling. But for those who are still newbies in gambling, most probably their main goal for now is just to have fun and find entertainment.

[Weawant]

Everyone knows that basically gambling is for entertainment, but sometimes people use this industry to make money, I know several people who make gambling as their living and they have succeeded this far. There's nothing wrong with their goals as long as they can manage the risks they have and are aware of the dangers of gambling for a living. Whether their goals are wrong or not, it's up to each individual to decide.

Definitely gambling should be for entertainment and anything outside that is definitely putting yourself at risk of loosing so much money that may cause you some good level of ruin so it advised you gambling for entertainment or fun else quite. No doubts people do gamble to make money but then at this point they will have to take some level of unreasonable risk.

I am aware of people who have professionalize gambling at some point make good fortune from it and are successful from it but then they also have some losses which they have incurred and maybe don't talk about but just that they have their profit above their losses so it's usually looking like they don't lose, but then its important to know that they don't win all the time.

The success of people in gambling shouldn't be reason enough for you to want to venture into it if you don't have the capacity or ability to gamble and still remain sane. You can actually succeed in other things outside gambling but then if you must gamble, gamble responsibly so you can enjoy the fun and entertainment that comes with the game of gambling.

[Aikidoka]

True, IMO gambling should be pursued purely for entertainment and not as a financial investment because it's highly risky, and you can lose a lot of amount of money very quickly. It's better to see it as a way to have fun and to set strict budget limits.

I'm pretty sure you'll need the money you might spend on gambling someday so you have to think twice before gambling.

[danherbias07]

Play for fun but still aim to win. Because it's not actually fun if you are losing loads of money even if you are betting small amounts. I did that in a casino game and somehow I still found myself losing $20 even though I was just playing for like $0.01 at each bet.
I had more fun in sports betting because I won there. A simple analysis of the game could give you a good winning amount although it doesn't always end up at the results that we want.
There will be a losing moment and I think how we can handle it is what will make us a responsible gambler. We lose, don't chase, we win, we can withdraw, if we know what to decide when that moment comes then I guess we are really having fun in gambling.

[Z390]

We all play to make extra money and it's not only about the fun like many people are saying, you won't be able to gain fun out of your games if you use large amounts of money, gambling makes sense if you are earning income from your job or business, make sure you have that going for yourself first.

If you are earning good money, you will be able to take risks either in gambling or investment,  mind you, using a small amount of money will ease your mind from any possible panic and anger.

Know your worth and stay within your range, this is how gambling will be full of fun and entertainment, A small loss equals less worry, gambling is a game of luck and that's why it deserves only money you can afford to lose.

Honestly, we don't need to have this conversation anymore, because there have been too many like this already, it's left for people to take the advice very solemn.

[madnessteat]

True, IMO gambling should be pursued purely for entertainment and not as a financial investment because it's highly risky, and you can lose a lot of amount of money very quickly. It's better to see it as a way to have fun and to set strict budget limits.

I'm pretty sure you'll need the money you might spend on gambling someday so you have to think twice before gambling.

Unfortunately, a very large percentage of people do not have a sufficient level of financial literacy, so they think that gambling is an easy way to make money. The strangest thing is that many of them do not realize that gambling is an entertainment that requires money even after a few big losses. A million articles about gambling on the Internet they are not interested. In my opinion, such people just do not want to think and analyze, they rely on the will of chance. Well, it's their choice.

[MAAManda]

However, since gambling is still luck and chance based, not all gamblers are given the chance to be in profits, that’s why some just resort into enjoying their favorite games even if they are losing from it.

This is based, I have a close friend who is a slot player who always plays at Gates of Olympus even though the RTP at that time isn't good, he doesn't care about winning or losing later, all he knows is that he's playing a game he likes. I can't give him any advice, because whatever I say, he will definitely ignore it. Unlike him, I'm a type of gambler who is more mature in terms of seeking profit which is in line with seeking entertainment.

[Gozie51]

This is based, I have a close friend who is a slot player who always plays at Gates of Olympus even though the RTP at that time isn't good, he doesn't care about winning or losing later, all he knows is that he's playing a game he likes. I can't give him any advice, because whatever I say, he will definitely ignore it. Unlike him, I'm a type of gambler who is more mature in terms of seeking profit which is in line with seeking entertainment.

In other words, there is a need for gamblers to balance their betting and risk taking. We have to do more reasonable betting so that we don't go astray.  In all we do including gambling, we should listen to people who are close to us regards our over zealous ambition for winning big. Sometimes advise safe us from loses, I have been a witness to this at a game house where someone gave another bettor the games he lined up to bet and he was advised to drop two of them and behold those two games were games that would have caused him losing the bet

[Cookdata]

Play for fun. If you are not playing for fun, you are doing it wrong. Gambling should be done to entertain yourself only, and always remember that gambling is not a sound financial investment. I have witnessed the horrors of people who blow their kids college funds and life savings on gambling at a Casino. Don't be one of these people. Have a daily or weekly gambling budget and learn which games you like and how to play them so that you can actually have much more fun playing them than just winging any game.

With honesty, when last did you gamble with this thought? Huhnn   I'm just kidding. If you give a survey and ask people around this board to help you feel all the form with good feedback, they will say it's for entertainment, this and that but if we are to exceed and intrude their privacy, you will be shock how addicted they have all become with gambling but even most of them don't know that they are in addition with the way they bet and throw money into casinos, they are all chasing the bag instead of the fun and the money that comes with it.

Daily, weekly and monthly budget helps cure unnecessary spending but without self descipline, it's an effort that will lead to nothing, because when you lose all the budget, you will be tempted to go back but if you obey your own code, standard practice, nothing is going to move you a bit, you will strive through any hard times will never yield to pressure of losses, the pain of losing will not make you make any drastic decisions.

It's hard to teach people how to be frugal, let alone teach themselves that thing. It's like asking a candle to light itself without giving it any light source at all. I know that there are people who are really getting the fun in gambling and are not degenerates, but there are still a lot of people that are looking into gambling as the next big opportunity to improve their income. It's hard to sway their mindset if that's what they continue to believe, although it's never too late for them to change their ways if they really want to. They have to have some kind of support though, because initiating something isn't as easy as it sounds, especially if it contradicts whatever you've been doing for the longest of time.

It's a natural phenomenon, you can't even convince people the other way when they want something and when money is involved, you will only waste your time telling them the opposite of what they do. Gambling will remain an alternative to a place where they can tossed a dice and make something for the pocket, thought sometimes I don't play them because of people that manage to win display wealth as evidenced and if that is shown to any one that is eager to make money, what do you have as evidence to show them that gambling is not for money only but fun? It's a going to be a lengthy explanation that will end in nothing.

[Yatsan]

We all know this. But money is involved; are you aware that we have are living on different circumstances? Some people are here to have fun but many are here to get rich even if it would seem to be a punch to the moon. Every reason is valid. Ofcourse no one wants to be put into misery but that’s just gambling works to some people; either they lose or win big time. Ask anyone who are here with high hopes of making their fortune; they are all aware of how dangerous gambling could be when things are ‘t handled properly. But they still chose to continue. There are just lessons which are meant to be learned the hard way. If you can control yourself while playing then that’s good. It is also okay to share some words but never force them ‘coz they have a different goal to achieve.

[romero121]

True, IMO gambling should be pursued purely for entertainment and not as a financial investment because it's highly risky, and you can lose a lot of amount of money very quickly. It's better to see it as a way to have fun and to set strict budget limits.

I'm pretty sure you'll need the money you might spend on gambling someday so you have to think twice before gambling.

The risk of gambling should be well understood before we get into it. With most of the gamblers, the beginning days used to be fun and entertaining. As days pass the focus would be much on making money as they have begun to loss. From the very beginning unlike the win/loss one should have his limits set and need to stick to it. Very few does things in the right way and follow it strictly while the majority used to be changing minds depending on the won/loss.

Thinking twice before gambling could keep you at the right place than just spending and feeling bad for the loss. Everything beyond limits ruin life, and gambling isn't an exception. Only the luckiest succeed whereas the rest suffers.

[Accardo]

However, since gambling is still luck and chance based, not all gamblers are given the chance to be in profits, that’s why some just resort into enjoying their favorite games even if they are losing from it.

This is based, I have a close friend who is a slot player who always plays at Gates of Olympus even though the RTP at that time isn't good, he doesn't care about winning or losing later, all he knows is that he's playing a game he likes. I can't give him any advice, because whatever I say, he will definitely ignore it. Unlike him, I'm a type of gambler who is more mature in terms of seeking profit which is in line with seeking entertainment.

Frugal gambling is centered on factors like playing for fun, joining comp clubs, budgeting our bank roll, and devising techniques for more wins. A frugal gambler's goal is to never stake huge amounts in gambling. The use of comp clubs as a low roller is possible. Many think comps clubs are for only high rollers. A gambler that plays consistently can be accepted on different comp clubs in casinos. It'll help reduce expenses as a gambler, hotel rooms, food and drinks are offered free to the gambler. According to their activities on the casino. Other things to consider as a frugal gambler is playing for fun like everyone said. It helps the gambler understand that gambling can be a commodity like other things, which make us happy; going for vacation, watching football match etc. These things we pay for it too. And expect no reward. So, if one takes gambling as such, they'll be conscious of gambling too many times in one sitting. Your friend, enjoys the games, that's a good gambler, but, since gambling offer rewards, wagering money into it, we also need to utilize techniques to earn those rewards. Not just playing for fun sake alone. We also, need to observe our bank rolls, lay out specific amount to be spent on a day, gambling. Winning adds to the fun, as we can stake more with the extra funds. Most a times the money scheduled for the day, may not finish, due to winnings. Some expert frugal gamblers, wager the winnings and the scheduled money till the day is gone. Most times they'll go home with profits. A comp player, on the other hand, doesn't need to hurry, as they have a free room in the hotel. They can spend lots of time gambling and enjoying the fun with other comp players or their spouse. The benefits of staying frugal as a gambler is numerous. And it's a good thing to practice it.

[Finestream]

It's easy to be frugal if you know you are not capable for higher bets. Of course, you will never spend above your means but if you are a big time gambler, being frugal is out of the picture. Aside from having fun, you also aim to be an ultimate highly profitable gambler and you can't do it if you stick to your low budget bets and stay frugal. Sometimes you have to aim high and bet high so that once you win, you will gain the maximum amount of profits.