Is Gambling A Hobby?

[danadc]

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Winning and losing are normal in gambling, especially we are talking about luck which cannot be invited by anyone when fighting against the house, don't think too much about luck it is a will beyond our control, we just need to do it for fun and luck does not need to be sought that massively.

Although winning and losing is something normal in a game. However, when it comes to gambling, many of them are gamblers who continue to chase their losses. Gambling has become more than just a hobby, they have lost a lot of money there in pursuit of something they are not sure they will get.

And speaking of fun in gambling, where does the fun lie? Meanwhile, a person will only feel happy when he feels satisfied, and satisfaction in gambling when he gets a big enough win. And no one feels happy when the money they have is lost for nothing in the gambling they do or in the bets they place. And this is also what causes someone to continue gambling even though they have often experienced losses, they continue gambling in the hope that the losses they experienced previously can be replaced by wins that they are not sure they will get. Even though there is pleasure in gambling, the pleasure is only temporary, because in gambling there is no winning that can last in the long term.

I take things with caution, for me winning and losing is what should be accepted in this way, losing is what we do not want to happen to us, but risk is always something that can happen to us, because I am one of those who think that When we start playing, if we do not have control over our emotions, it will not be difficult for us to put money and money, and then if we lose, we will not know what to do. do, because where are we going to get the money from? There are Some players who out of desperation put more money in the casino to try to recover the money that was lost and that is a mistake that causes more money to be lost, I recommend playing with little money, or that money that we can lose. and we don't lose our lives because we lose, because there are people who lose everything,Even their home.

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[klidex]

Indeed, a hobby is something that is done based on one's own desires because it can make us happy to do it, as you said, swimming, fishing, playing games have benefits. But of course everything we do has its own risks, now if we like playing games and don't have a job it can make things difficult for us. because playing games too often, in my opinion, is not good, there will be a feeling of being lazy to move other than playing games. It's the same as gambling, which has a bad impact if you make it a hobby, unless you can control yourself as well as possible, it's not a problem, it's just that many people gamble excessively, which is not recommended.

The definition of hobbies is like that and we should be able to judge for ourselves what kind of fun we want to do so that it doesn't cause bad things or harm other people, hobbies are not something that is considered important for some people because we use them in our free time and when we feel bored and want to have fun. Indeed if we have fun it can restore our messy mood and sometimes at first we are tired of work but if we give vent to our fun then it can restore our enthusiasm to get back to work. Do hobbies that you feel are useful for your life not detrimental to yourself.

If I interpret gambling, gambling is actually a type of hobby that is a little detrimental, but it depends on the person who uses it whether they can manage their finances or not. If they gamble excessively, their hobby can be very dangerous, causing losses and they can also become addicted if they drag on too much without knowing the time or chasing losses, so think carefully if you want to make gambling a hobby.

[hyudien]

Indeed, a hobby is something that is done based on one's own desires because it can make us happy to do it, as you said, swimming, fishing, playing games have benefits. But of course everything we do has its own risks, now if we like playing games and don't have a job it can make things difficult for us. because playing games too often, in my opinion, is not good, there will be a feeling of being lazy to move other than playing games. It's the same as gambling, which has a bad impact if you make it a hobby, unless you can control yourself as well as possible, it's not a problem, it's just that many people gamble excessively, which is not recommended.
I myself like gambling, but I don't make gambling a hobby, because I have bad thoughts about gambling if it becomes a hobby. As you said, making gambling a hobby can be dangerous, so if you really like gambling, it's better to gamble sensibly. In my opinion, it's not advisable to make gambling a hobby.

Gaming, gambling - these things need limits. Period. Im not judging those who enjoy them, but I've seen the damage firsthand.  People zone out, lose focus. Addictions happen, believe me. Its science, not opinion. Before you know it, you're not just losing money, you're losing yourself. Im all for winning, for being the best. But there's no victory in letting a hobby take over your life. Balance is key, its what separates the winners from the losers.  Gambling is for occasional fun, not a way to make a living. Anyone with brains knows this. Be smart, be strong.  Success comes from discipline, from drive. Dont let yourself get played by the game. You're better than that.

Actually, it is the right of each individual, because it is their desire so it is their right and we do not judge nor do we question it, it's just that of course we don't want to see the closest people or even our own friends. Therefore, it is not wrong for us to advise him to prevent bad things from happening. It is possible that they enjoy what they do even though it harms them but it is true that you say something that is interesting to us will of course make us addicted like online games or even gambling.
Basically, gambling should be done for entertainment only. If they aim to make money it can actually make them addicted to gambling. And of course that is not a good thing, instead of wanting to be a winner but it does make them a loser, if you really want entertainment I think there are still many other things that can be done that not only make them entertained but may even have benefits.

[lizarder]

You mentioned an important point, I think that every hobby, especially involving betting, should be treated with great care so as not to become an addiction, but it's difficult for someone to refrain from spending more than they earn on betting.

In crypto trading, for example, the altcoin market is practically a bet, I'm even afraid of investing my money in them, as I often won't have time to look at the chart all day, but it's very pleasurable to see their gains after days of decline. Referring to the derivatives market. I want to do this a hobby, when I have more time, 'course.

I think a hobby is not to gamble but to enjoy and find pleasure in it. When betting on gambling, what must be done is how someone can control themselves so that they don't get addicted and an addiction that is out of control will make it increasingly difficult for someone to avoid losing a lot of money in the gambling they do

Everyone has a different view of interpreting something and this is normal because we can see it from different points of view. Speculative in the investment process as you said and it is almost the same as betting on uncertain gambling. When we interpret it as a hobby, we should think about how to be responsible and how to avoid losing a lot of money in hobby activities, gambling or investment related activities.

[rodskee]

If you know yourself and your behavior then I am sure this is a Hobby without extending your time and capital.

This is a Hobby if you know when to stand or leave the table without any warning to consequences .

This is a hobby if you are choosing not to spend important funds for this.


but if not of all the mentioned? then this is not a hobby but a vices .

[shivansps]

As far as I am concerned gambling is a hobby but when it becomes an addiction then gambling is no longer limited to a hobby. It will become harmful. I would never consider gambling as a hobby because gambling is a harmful addiction that kills people completely. Financially a lot is affected and social and family aspects become worse. Gambling is more of a loss than a hobby.

I agree with you, I also want to note that this line between a hobby and an addiction is sometimes very difficult to distinguish. A person begins to gamble, enjoys it, uses small money for bets that he can afford to lose, but suddenly time passes and he is already an unhappy person who bears the last money from the family budget, trying to win back. In this case, the hobby has grown into an addiction and the person needs help.
I also have a friend who bets rarely, several times a month for small amounts, and has been doing this for several years. He has not fallen into addiction and most likely enjoys this process
That is, I want to say that there are people who can control their emotions, finances and risks, and there are people who cannot do this. Some will be able to consider gambling as a hobby, others will become addicted

[Mr. Magkaisa]

You mentioned an important point, I think that every hobby, especially involving betting, should be treated with great care so as not to become an addiction, but it's difficult for someone to refrain from spending more than they earn on betting.

In crypto trading, for example, the altcoin market is practically a bet, I'm even afraid of investing my money in them, as I often won't have time to look at the chart all day, but it's very pleasurable to see their gains after days of decline. Referring to the derivatives market. I want to do this a hobby, when I have more time, 'course.

I think a hobby is not to gamble but to enjoy and find pleasure in it. When betting on gambling, what must be done is how someone can control themselves so that they don't get addicted and an addiction that is out of control will make it increasingly difficult for someone to avoid losing a lot of money in the gambling they do

Everyone has a different view of interpreting something and this is normal because we can see it from different points of view. Speculative in the investment process as you said and it is almost the same as betting on uncertain gambling. When we interpret it as a hobby, we should think about how to be responsible and how to avoid losing a lot of money in hobby activities, gambling or investment related activities.

           -   Yes, exactly what you said. It really depends on each individual how they interpret the hobby. There are some people who see things that are bad in the eyes of others, but for them, it's just a hobby. And for others, gambling is just a hobby, as long as they are not addicted to it.

We know that when you have an addiction to gambling, it is no longer a hobby that can be considered, of course. The hobby you do only because you are happy and you want to do it because it can give us good relaxation like that.

[ethereumhunter]

I take things with caution, for me winning and losing is what should be accepted in this way, losing is what we do not want to happen to us, but risk is always something that can happen to us, because I am one of those who think that When we start playing, if we do not have control over our emotions, it will not be difficult for us to put money and money, and then if we lose, we will not know what to do. do, because where are we going to get the money from? There are Some players who out of desperation put more money in the casino to try to recover the money that was lost and that is a mistake that causes more money to be lost, I recommend playing with little money, or that money that we can lose. and we don't lose our lives because we lose, because there are people who lose everything,Even their home.

That's good for you because you knows how to treats gambling as well so you can accept the lose that comes to you. Gets lose in the gambling is one thing that we must understand and accepts because losing in gambling can comes often than the wins so we must accepts the risks of losing money. We don't have to becomes emotional if we lose because we knows the risks of playing gambling so we must use the money we can afford to minimize the amount of money that will lose in gambling. If you treat gambling as a hobby, you will see that the money you use will be bigger and that means your chance to gets lose the money will also bigger. If you knows how to prevents the big lose, you will do many things to avoids that because you will not wants to see the big lose.

[Hypnosis00]

If you know yourself and your behavior then I am sure this is a Hobby without extending your time and capital.

This is a Hobby if you know when to stand or leave the table without any warning to consequences .

This is a hobby if you are choosing not to spend important funds for this.

It remains a hobby if enjoy gambling but if we are now chasing to win and to recover back our losses, that is another thing.
What determines if that is a hobby or not, depends on our approaches and thinking. Some people consider gambling a hobby first until they lose control of themselves and badly turn to addiction. The consequence is quite regretful that is why we don't have to let it happen.

but if not of all the mentioned? then this is not a hobby but a vices .

Perhaps, it is vices that ruin our lives, reputations, and finances.
We just be careful when gambling does not give us happiness as it something leads to undesirable outcomes.

[irhact]

A hobby is something you like doing. Some people just like to gamble. Gambling can be a hobby. You are right. But someone that see gambling as a hobby should be very careful and avoid addiction because as some people are thinking it is a hobby, they are getting addicted and wasting money unnecessary on gambling.

I'll like to say that when you make something your hobby then it becomes a habit, and a habit as we all know can be easily developed gradually but sometimes can be very difficult to change that's why I don't expect any individual to make something that's very risky a habit of which gambling is one of them, I agree with the OP, it's only an addicted person that would see gambling as a hobby.

 That's why most times it's very difficult to convince most addicted individuals concerning gambling because they've already made it a habit and that's why they can't easily let go even when they don't make any profit from it, week in week out. Also I don't see any reason why some would make placing a bet on an event that's not occurred a habit, it's not advisable based on the risk involved in it.

[Shamm]

A hobby is something you like doing. Some people just like to gamble. Gambling can be a hobby. You are right. But someone that see gambling as a hobby should be very careful and avoid addiction because as some people are thinking it is a hobby, they are getting addicted and wasting money unnecessary on gambling.

I'll like to say that when you make something your hobby then it becomes a habit, and a habit as we all know can be easily developed gradually but sometimes can be very difficult to change that's why I don't expect any individual to make something that's very risky a habit of which gambling is one of them, I agree with the OP, it's only an addicted person that would see gambling as a hobby.

 That's why most times it's very difficult to convince most addicted individuals concerning gambling because they've already made it a habit and that's why they can't easily let go even when they don't make any profit from it, week in week out. Also I don't see any reason why some would make placing a bet on an event that's not occurred a habit, it's not advisable based on the risk involved in it.

The more we like that specific game the more we involve with that. Hobby is the thing that you are likely to do so. But always remember that in the world of gambling there's a chance that our simple hobby lead into addiction cause in reality gambling is the game that beyond our bobby ad long as we can control ourselves but most of the gambler can not control themselves cause they think that gambling can make them a lot of money. And that's the reason why they god into addiction so it's better to control ourselves and do not exceed our limitations.

[Ojima-ojo]

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Winning and losing are normal in gambling, especially we are talking about luck which cannot be invited by anyone when fighting against the house, don't think too much about luck it is a will beyond our control, we just need to do it for fun and luck does not need to be sought that massively.

Although winning and losing is something normal in a game. However, when it comes to gambling, many of them are gamblers who continue to chase their losses. Gambling has become more than just a hobby, they have lost a lot of money there in pursuit of something they are not sure they will get.

And speaking of fun in gambling, where does the fun lie? Meanwhile, a person will only feel happy when he feels satisfied, and satisfaction in gambling when he gets a big enough win. And no one feels happy when the money they have is lost for nothing in the gambling they do or in the bets they place. And this is also what causes someone to continue gambling even though they have often experienced losses, they continue gambling in the hope that the losses they experienced previously can be replaced by wins that they are not sure they will get. Even though there is pleasure in gambling, the pleasure is only temporary, because in gambling there is no winning that can last in the long term.

I take things with caution, for me winning and losing is what should be accepted in this way, losing is what we do not want to happen to us, but risk is always something that can happen to us, because I am one of those who think that When we start playing, if we do not have control over our emotions, it will not be difficult for us to put money and money, and then if we lose, we will not know what to do. do, because where are we going to get the money from? There are Some players who out of desperation put more money in the casino to try to recover the money that was lost and that is a mistake that causes more money to be lost, I recommend playing with little money, or that money that we can lose. and we don't lose our lives because we lose, because there are people who lose everything,Even their home.

Regardless of what our feelings are, winning and losing will always be a regular occurrence and happening within the gambling community and there is no gambler that will say that this two factors doesn't effects they overall outlooks on things.


But then we need to set the record straight so that we will not overboarden our emotions which is gambling is just for fun so the impact of losing shouldn't control our outward character since we are gambling for fun and not the money or winning at all cost.

[qwertyup23]

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Upon all those sources and explanation, I still need the community input on the argument to know if gambling is a HOBBY so that I and the person will understand more.
Cheers.

I think it is relative and flexible on how you categorize something as a hobby.

According to the Webster's Dictionary, the definition of a HOBBY is:

noun. Definition of hobby. as in pursuit. an activity outside of one's regular occupation that is engaged in primarily for pleasure.

So again, hobby is defined as an activity primarily for pleasure and entertainment. Like what people have discussed in this forum, gambling can both be a hobby and as a form of profit depending on how you view it. There are people who view it primarily as a way of making money; and there are people who see it as an alternative means of earning income though in a risky environment.

In conclusion, gambling can BOTH be a hobby and as a form of profit depending on how you approach it. There is NO absolute answer here as these perceptions may co-exist with each other depending on the goal of the person gambling.


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[EluguHcman]

Gambling is a gaming activity with the possessions of funs.
So it is right to say gambling can actually be someones hobby by considering the definition of gambling. This is not about being addicted but the enjoyable memories and how you would be urged to participate on further notes.

[pawanjain]

Gambling can definitely be a hobby because there are many people who likes gambling and enjoy it when playing for fun.
But there is a slim line between calling it a hobby and getting addicted to it and there are gambling addicts who call it a hobby but are addicted to gambling itsead.
So we must understand that difference but for the topic of this post, yes, gambling can be a hobby.

[Sandra_hakeem]

I agree and I see it as a hobby too but for others, it is not. It could be a side hustle or a full time job for them.

full-time job? That's crazy! I'm just wondering, how often they get them winnings - that they decided to dedicate thier whole life innit? It's pretty much like a small scale business anyways; they gotta wager their home appliances along side when they run short of funds..hahahaha!!!

We do not get to tell grown assed adults what it should be for them. They make the decisions and live with the consequences.

A degenerate gambler knows no consequences; it's either he missed the week's prediction for not making proper speculations or nothing at all. They don't wanna back off!! I think for these set of humans, gambling is more or less a business.

[topbitcoin]

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I take things with caution, for me winning and losing is what should be accepted in this way, losing is what we do not want to happen to us, but risk is always something that can happen to us, because I am one of those who think that When we start playing, if we do not have control over our emotions, it will not be difficult for us to put money and money, and then if we lose, we will not know what to do. do, because where are we going to get the money from? There are Some players who out of desperation put more money in the casino to try to recover the money that was lost and that is a mistake that causes more money to be lost, I recommend playing with little money, or that money that we can lose. and we don't lose our lives because we lose, because there are people who lose everything,Even their home.

In gambling, losing is a certainty that we will get, while winning is only a possibility. Especially if we gamble on one type of gambling that only relies on luck, for example slot gambling, where in this type of gambling, the house is very favored and we can only win if we are really lucky to get it. And we have to accept this fact, so that we are always okay with every defeat we get, even if it hurts a little.

Gambling is an expensive hobby, because to get pleasure from gambling we have to experience quite large losses... so it is true with what you say that we must limit this activity, always ensuring that we only bet on the amount we are ready to lose. .. and to find out how much loss is caused by irresponsible gambling activities, you don't need to experience losses like what other people experience.. especially if you sell your house or other personal items. Because what other people have experienced is more than enough to be a lesson and also a warning about the losses resulting from irresponsible gambling activities.

[Agbe]

Gambling can definitely be a hobby because there are many people who likes gambling and enjoy it when playing for fun.
But there is a slim line between calling it a hobby and getting addicted to it and there are gambling addicts who call it a hobby but are addicted to gambling itsead.
So we must understand that difference but for the topic of this post, yes, gambling can be a hobby.

Yes I agree with you, one can like gambling to be a hobby and it is not to the addicted part and that should be for the fun side of it and another can take gambling as hobby but he would be a serious addicted gambler and one thing is gambling hobby and to be an addiction is very close but if the gambler wants to control it, he can do that. Because it is all about the mindset of the gambler. He might like Gambling as a play and end there. While others might take it very serious. I game some examples in the Op.

[khiholangkang]

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Winning and losing are normal in gambling, especially we are talking about luck which cannot be invited by anyone when fighting against the house, don't think too much about luck it is a will beyond our control, we just need to do it for fun and luck does not need to be sought that massively.

Although winning and losing is something normal in a game. However, when it comes to gambling, many of them are gamblers who continue to chase their losses. Gambling has become more than just a hobby, they have lost a lot of money there in pursuit of something they are not sure they will get.

And speaking of fun in gambling, where does the fun lie? Meanwhile, a person will only feel happy when he feels satisfied, and satisfaction in gambling when he gets a big enough win. And no one feels happy when the money they have is lost for nothing in the gambling they do or in the bets they place. And this is also what causes someone to continue gambling even though they have often experienced losses, they continue gambling in the hope that the losses they experienced previously can be replaced by wins that they are not sure they will get. Even though there is pleasure in gambling, the pleasure is only temporary, because in gambling there is no winning that can last in the long term.

I often say that the fun will come when you know why you are gambling, the initial setting that you are not looking for money in the gambling place, because it will require you in every game must get a win, I often notice that people like this are more likely to be depressed and not looking for fun, this is a matter of perspective, I have done gambling without winning but I feel proud and happy, for example I get a multiplier but I don't play back from the results of the multiplier until it runs out, I can only take the tape to be arrogant with my friends, even though I actually got nothing. and other things like I am bored because there is a lot of empty time and use the time to gamble, maybe only for an hour or two, then I continue my mandatory activities I feel my day is perfect and there is no time I waste for nothing.
And other things like I was bored because I had a lot of free time and used the time to gamble, maybe only an hour or two, then I continued my obligatory activities I felt my day was perfect and there was no time I wasted and that's where I felt happy, I admit that every human being if they get a win must be happy, but every pleasure does not have to be because of winning, just like you hobby play moba games in trolling.

[Accardo]

Gambling can definitely be a hobby because there are many people who likes gambling and enjoy it when playing for fun.
But there is a slim line between calling it a hobby and getting addicted to it and there are gambling addicts who call it a hobby but are addicted to gambling itsead.
So we must understand that difference but for the topic of this post, yes, gambling can be a hobby.

An addict wouldn't come directly to say he's addicted. Within him he would think he's not addicted. They enjoy every single part of gambling and crave more of it. When participating in gambling as a hobby staying careful is the right thing doing. As you mentioned, gambling as a hobby has a thin line between addiction. When care is not taken the gambler would have a hard time escaping addiction.

Gambling as a hobby seem to be a daily gambling activity and the player needs to maintain a level of concentration while gambling, daily. What Is most relevant is getting the limits in place. Nothing else. Players who get carried away will find themselves struggle with addiction. While gambling can be a hobby it's a risk for a greedy gambling. Fun players can deal with it, and level it with few months of break. Taking a break is quite effective in recuperating the brain, during those times of rest.