Survey: Understanding Gamblers and Their Feelings

[Coyster]

I went for "win money" and "feel the adrenalin rush". Of course nobody wants to lose, so we are all aiming to win some money when we gambling. That said, it is different from the addicts who put all their hope in what they want to win and they are also trying to get rich through gambling.

Then as for feeling the adrenalin rush, it happens when i gamble and then watch the football games, i enjoy the pressure that comes with it. For example, screaming when all i need is a goal from one team to win my bet, it is crazy and fun.

[Ndabagi01]

There are a lot of players on the forum and it's always interesting to understand each other's motivations, which can sometimes be surprising and unexpected ...

A lot of people will be going for money because that’s basically what everyone is coming into gambling for. The narrations that one should gamble for the fun of it is to reduce the risk people take when gambling. If it is for fun, you’ll be more prepared to welcome any result the market comes with, either a win or a loss will be okay by you. But when your mind is completely set to make money from gambling, any result that did come out from it that is not in your favour will make you feel bad even when you know that the outcome of such results are basically on luck. 90% of people gamble to make money and even with the many persuasion that one shouldn’t approach the market in that sense, we still have more people coming into gambling just for that sake.

[Japinat]

Since I can only vote for one, I choose my ultimate goal in gambling: to win money. I say this because if it were just for fun and the bet sizes didn’t matter, I’d be content with small bets. But that’s not the case as I need to bet a decent amount to get a decent win. It’s about being realistic with my goal of winning by placing realistic bets.

[Jaycoinz]

I gamble to make profit and can make gambling very frustrating and  exhausting for you especially when you are not winning. A lot of gamblers that are chronically addicted gamble to just satisfy the urge to gamble. They gamble based on the dopamine rush that feel, Gambling this way might ruin your finances because once you start you might not be able to stop. There are gamblers that also gamble based on the fact that they need money desperately.. gambling is a game meant for entertainment, it shouldn't be done as a way to escape reality or achieve financial stability.

[Patikno]

There are a lot of players on the forum and it's always interesting to understand each other's motivations, which can sometimes be surprising and unexpected ...

I chose Escape stress or problems, with the reason that gambling is actually a way to entertain myself which of course is accompanied by self-limitation, so when I lose it will not be a burden on my mind and I will still be entertained by the game, while when I win, it will be additional entertainment for me.

[Pandu Geddon]

There are a lot of players on the forum and it's always interesting to understand each other's motivations, which can sometimes be surprising and unexpected ...

I actually gamble mostly because of the influence of friends in the environment. I don't feel any other purpose than to win money. I bet more often on football betting because I like the sport. I only put a small amount of money to bet on my pleasure, although sometimes losing bets do end up annoying. But so far I'm still fine.

[Mia Chloe]

If I am to choose, I'll select the three.
- Win money
- escape stress or problems
- pass time
To be honest, these are the reasons why a gambler gambles. We tend to think of the money, to have fun and to just pastime.

Yeah you do have a point. Basically speaking, no one is happy losing money and as a result no one wants to lose. That simply means that irrespective of your personal reasons for gambling , winning some money along the line is definitely part of it even if you don't see it as the core reason for why you gamble. Everyone wants to win too so I don't think it should be an option in a survey like this because if to lose some money was part of the options, no one would actually pick it.

[o48o]

Question:   Do you gamble with the intention to
1. Win money
2. Escape stress or problems
3. Feel an adrenaline rush
4. Pass the time
5. Other ?

I am pretty sure that it's a combination of each of those for everyone. While some people might prefer one of them.

Even if the only goal isn't to make money, we wouldn't be playing with money, if winning money wasn't a factor. Passing the time and adrenaline rush are both outcomes of escapism, so they would fall under nr 4.

You wouldn't play with a lot of money if you wouldn't feel any rush, and because gambling isn't boring, we use to pass the time as well. Or rather we choose to pass time, as time passes while we do it, that could be used to anything else. But as that something else is more boring, we choose gambling from time to time.

[ethereumhunter]

Whether you see gambling as a way to win money or as something just fun, it can still lead to addiction or cause you to play more than you should.
People can become addicts by doing what they like. People became alcohol and drug addicts simply because they were doing what was fun.
Bottom line is, no matter your reason for gambling always be careful and constantly check yourself to see if you're crossing the line.

As long as you can refrain yourself from the addiction matter, you will be safe and can use gambling as a way to have fun. You will realize that nothing worth to playing gambling excessively so you will always control yourself when you are playing gambling. You realize the impact that you can get so you will always be careful and stay aware from using gambling too long. Yes, people can become addicted to gambling easily but that will depend on how people will use gambling and how they can treat gambling with right.

[lovesmayfamilis]

A lot of people will be going for money because that’s basically what everyone is coming into gambling for. The narrations that one should gamble for the fun of it is to reduce the risk people take when gambling. If it is for fun, you’ll be more prepared to welcome any result the market comes with, either a win or a loss will be okay by you. But when your mind is completely set to make money from gambling, any result that did come out from it that is not in your favour will make you feel bad even when you know that the outcome of such results are basically on luck. 90% of people gamble to make money and even with the many persuasion that one shouldn’t approach the market in that sense, we still have more people coming into gambling just for that sake.

I agree. But I still convince everyone that gambling is entertainment first and foremost. Maybe I am being disingenuous or trying to deceive my feelings at the moment of loss, perhaps so. But why gamble if you do not expect to win? It is the money itself that motivates people to bet to get even more. However, you should always be able to control your emotions, not allow yourself to go into stress if you lose, or play until your "pockets" are empty. Therefore, combining the thoughts that gambling is created for entertainment will be the best solution.

[Victorybit1]

If I am to choose, I'll select the three.

- Win money

- escape stress or problems

- pass time

To be honest, these are the reasons why a gambler gambles. We tend to think of the money, to have fun and to just pastime.

Trying to make gambling as an escape out of your problems might lead you to more problems. This is even more dangerous because you are neither gambling for the benefit of winning or losing, you are just doing it as a distraction. This might make you go at any length to fuel your addiction. A lot of people going through this can keep gambling till they have no money left to gamble with. No matter how tempted you are to gamble when you are emotionally down, don't do it. Gambling isn't meant to be a distraction, it requires a little bit of concentration and a clear head.

[bettercrypto]

Honestly, I often gamble to forget about the problems I'm going through for a while, but most of the time I'm just passing the time and the money I gamble at the casino is limited.

This is often where my reason for gambling comes from, and my gambling actually helps me with this intention.  As long as I know where my limits are so that it doesn't lead to gambling addiction.

[Eternad]

I voted for passes the time since this is my reason for most of my gambling games. I have less social life I started working hard after I graduated in college so I don’t have someone to spend with my free time that’s why I dedicated it for gambling. I use this gambling hobby not only for pass time but also to collaborate here in the gambling board for discussion to other players.

Sometimes I play solely for the win whenever there’s bonus given by the casino which my goal is to secure profit. But most of the time it’s just a lousy gambling for me because I don’t use my money outside crypto savings on my gambling venture.

[Fiasem20]

It's entertaining and fun when I gamble, and that's what draws me to it.When a gambler views gambling as a way to earn money,although that's a common mindset among gamblers,it's a misguided approach that can lead to addiction.Gamblers have different motivations for engaging in gambling.Some do it for fun, others to earn money, and some to pass the time.Regardless of your intention,it's essential to avoid letting it lead to addiction.For me,I gamble for fun and entertainment,but winning always gets me excited.What surprises me the most is when gamblers use it as a way to cope with their depression,that's a misguided approach to dealing with their mental health.

[Samlucky O]

Honestly, I often gamble to forget about the problems I'm going through for a while, but most of the time I'm just passing the time and the money I gamble at the casino is limited.

How is that even possible if I may ask? Because a lot of guys here has be saying the same thing, and I find it not funny. I agree the part people say they gamble when they are less busy, but talking about gambling to forget about their problem is what I don't understand. A person who has problem should think of going to the therapist to seak for solution instead, and not gambling. you may lose a huge amount because when you are not fine, maybe having a mental stress and you keep gambling you may lost a huge amount of money without notice and this can increase such person problem. so i stand by saying gambling should not be done when we have problem otherwise we add more problem.

[Tmoonz]

I went for "win money" and "feel the adrenalin rush". Of course nobody wants to lose, so we are all aiming to win some money when we gambling. That said, it is different from the addicts who put all their hope in what they want to win and they are also trying to get rich through gambling.

Then as for feeling the adrenalin rush, it happens when i gamble and then watch the football games, i enjoy the pressure that comes with it. For example, screaming when all i need is a goal from one team to win my bet, it is crazy and fun.

Hahahaha I know that feeling and it is so different from the feeling gotten from not watching the game, no one screams more than those that placed a bet on a game but yeah there are those who can not stand pressure on watching there games live, you know everyone has different psychology whether you are gambling for fun or to or to maximize your income. However, surely no one gamble to lose but it to win and to add to what you said about an addict, they overly get disappointed whenever they lose because Lossing to them is never an option all they thinks about is winning.

[uneng]

There are a lot of players on the forum and it's always interesting to understand each other's motivations, which can sometimes be surprising and unexpected ...

When I firstly began to gamble, I did it because I was looking for methods to make money on the internet. That was my only motivation and objective. However, as I gambled, I discovered it wasn't possible to make a solid income from this activity. The more I played, more money I lost, so it didn't make sense to continue gambling, since my goal was to make money. Then I asked myself: if gambling isn't profitable, why do people keep betting?

Then I remembered my grandmother who enjoyed gambling very much, even though she lost money quite often. Despite the losses, she was entertained and excited after the gambling session. So I concluded it's not solely about the winnings, but also about enjoying the process, the time you spend placing bets and having fun with other gamblers around. It's a social activity which brings social gains as well.

[iv4n]

"Other" in my case. I don't gamble for just one reason... first of all, I like to gamble and I enjoy various gambling games. We all like to win, and sometimes we win and sometimes we lose, that's the gambling life, full of ups & downs. Sometimes I play to pass the time, mostly with some small stakes on some in-house game or a few spins on some slots, but I avoid doing that, too many times a slot has drawn me into the machine, so a few minutes turn into much longer. Adrenaline rush doesn't always happen, but whenever it does it's an interesting game... it means we are in and ready for a risky game with higher stakes.

[AGULIS]

I would like to focus on the “other” point. For example, the aspect of gambling for social reasons. For some people, gambling is a way to socialize and communicate. This is especially true for games that require cooperative activities or teamwork, such as card games or board game tournaments. People can come together for fun, to discuss tactics and strategies, and to strengthen personal connections.

[traderethereum]

I would like to focus on the “other” point. For example, the aspect of gambling for social reasons. For some people, gambling is a way to socialize and communicate. This is especially true for games that require cooperative activities or teamwork, such as card games or board game tournaments. People can come together for fun, to discuss tactics and strategies, and to strengthen personal connections.

That can happen when you playing gambling in offline casino where you can meets many people and play the same gambling games. But in the online casino, you will not meet others because you can play gambling together with people who come from other countries. Maybe they can talk in the chat box available on that casino but they can not still meet and see other people face.

Those people can discuss tactics and strategies and talk about have fun in gambling so in that options, people will determine what their intention to play gambling. That will be personal decision what they will choose. I choose to pass the time that I have to play gambling but I am not always gambling in my free time. I have many things that I can do and that helps me to avoids the lose become bigger.