Alcohol + Gambling = Recipe for Disaster?

[summonerrk]

How does the first experience of this kind go? I mean, at a certain point, a gambler decides they need to sit down, pour themselves a drink, and play online casino games. I don't know the answer, and I don't do it. I like alcohol, but rarely and with good food, but I don't do anything else. I like gambling, but I don't like playing it under the influence of alcohol. Why combine the two? It's not a mathematical formula where multiplication occurs and it becomes fun.
Rather, it's subtraction, and therefore neither one nor the other will work.

[Fredomago]

True, there are gamblers who can control their emotions and stay with the set plan even they are already in the influence of alcohol, though there's a tendency that there's change in plan when emotions start to dominate, and even how experienced you are if your emotion catch you in the time where aggressions got triggered, you may lose more than you allocated for your gambling session.

Best to gamble in a full awareness and other influence that may change the directions of your plan, and it's good to drink alcohol to have that relaxation and without thinking of any other things around.

Everyone certainly has different levels of emotions, courage & awareness when consuming alcohol, especially consuming alcohol while gambling. So for me, it all depends on how we can maintain our self-stability and emotions when gambling when we are accompanied by drinking alcoholic beverages, because no matter how much alcohol we consume when gambling, if we are still able to think clearly and control ourselves in gambling, it is not a problem.

The problem is when we consume too much alcohol & we lose awareness in thinking clearly, so that destruction when gambling is very likely. Therefore, do things reasonably & as best as possible, so that everything can run smoothly & minimize the level of loss & destruction in gambling.

Yeah, that's the point and each individual have their own perceptions and have their own take about dealing with both gambling and drinking, like you said, if you can hold your ground even you drink alcohol as long as you have your full awareness and still be able to follow what you setup for you gambling then there's still a good possibibility that you can continue without hurting your finances while playing/gambling.

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That’s right, in other words, it is called mindful gambling, a state where a gambler is mostly conscious of their emotions, their gambling limits and also the player’s environment. The best time to gamble remains when the gambler is mentally sharp, aware and calm, rather than when the gambler is under the influence of substances that has the potential to distort or impair one’s judgment, regardless of their ability to control themselves in such a state, because they’ll be in an unstable state that anything can happen at anytime.

In casino gamblers are immersed in a mixture of every addictive substance and with each drink they lose control over themselves. This process makes them more addicted and mentally weaker than they should be. To gamble mindfully you need to avoid the combination of those substances while increasing your focus on the game. I was addicted to addictive substances when playing at online casino so I couldn't focus as much on the game but it was also harder to stop. To gamble responsibly and mindfully, you need to stay away from activities that cause anxiety. This is also an important part of your responsible behavior when gambling.

Exactly, if the balance is no longer active you may find yourself getting addicted, the problem with such setup you may continue doing the same and repeat the same outcome, gamble while in the influence of alcohol may harm your judegment especially if you drunk too much and that aggression inside you got activated, you'll see yourself suffer and lose a lot.

[xenomorfo]

You have just spoken very well out of your experience and it seems will have the same similar experience when it comes to gambling while drinking or drunk, once you are in a gambling hall as I'm seeing in that background of the picture above, the atom of fear of losing will not be there anymore because of the influence of the alcohol you taken injecting in, and in that state of being drunk many things will going through your mind of using this opportunity to win a bigger slot that he can use to build house or car, without knowing that sometimes gambling needs clear eyes to be able to stake very well, so once you drunk you can lose 5 times straight, so it is advisable to drink wisely of the one you can carry.

Everything doesn't work when you're drunk, if you want to get into the intimate details of a man's life, a man who has also drunk sexually is useless
Take it from a woman, a drunk man is pretty useless, he's no fun and he smells of alcohol.
so better not be drunk

[Byebyebtc]

Combining gambling and drinking is a very risky move, first of all we all have to know that drinking alcohol and getting drunk affects the four front part of the human brain which plays a role in decision making, as a result will lead to regrettable loss of money as a result of the decision of a drunk individual, and to make it worst when one is drunk he or she will lose track of time at money which will make the individual play without calculate funds available. until you have no money left. This m Also please a major role in developing gambling addiction whereby making you have two different addictions at the same time and that will cost a lot mentally, financially and emotionally at that point your literally causing a lot of harm to your mental health,

[Oluwa-btc]

We all know gambling already carries risk, but what happens when you mix it with alcohol?
Personally, I’ve had a few times where I ended up gambling while drunk , whether at a casino or even online, and the experience was way different.

A total chaotic combo of all time, often times when i notice how people combine both gambling together with alcoholism gives me do much concern about their well being, knowing fully well that it thus has a huge negative effects and performance on the individual but nevertheless some person's have taken it upon themselves as habits which is logically a huge disaster to the individual abd society st large.

[Su-asa]

When an individual gets drunk his senses of judgement is not in the best of forms and combining that with gambling one thing that, will not go well. Because gambling is one thing which actively makes use of your sense because it involves reasoning and a good sense of judgement which alcohol will temper with. No body should ever drink and gamble at the same time you may close down your account in the process and get yourself into debt.

Being drunk and gambling at the same time will do more harm than good because you actually need to concentrate on the game while you are gambling. If you are gambling while you are drunk, you will get more losses than even getting closer to the winning point. So as a matter of fact, gamble should be done with a clear eyes and being drunk. Although if any gambler wants to take some alcohol, it should be little and not too much to the extent of being drunk.

I disagree with you, you should not gamble while drunk. If you gamble while drunk, you may not be afraid of losing, and you will not be afraid to bet a lot of money, the fear will disappear from your mind. But what will you think when you come back to the real world?
You will lose your money and become even more drunk than you were drunk. So I do not think it is reasonable to gamble while drunk by drinking alcohol.

You are right mate, but it seems you did not take your time to understand what I'm trying to say on the bold statement. What I'm trying to say there is that "even though you want to take some alcohol, it should not be too much to the extent that you will be drunk. It's already known that alcohol is not bad, the only thing that makes it look bad is when you take too much of it. Like we already know that too much of everything is too bad. Just like a popular saying that says a dancer should know when to dance and when to leave the stage. Same thing  with alcohol, always know your limits.

[Sally9256]

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We all know gambling already carries risk, but what happens when you mix it with alcohol?
Personally, I’ve had a few times where I ended up gambling while drunk , whether at a casino or even online, and the experience was way different.

When you’re drunk, you lose that natural fear of losing. Suddenly, betting bigger amounts feels normal because your judgment is off. Based on my own experience (and I can count these moments on my fingers), I ended up losing about 4 out of 5 times whenever I gambled drunk.

It really felt like a recipe for disaster - even though it seemed fun in the moment.

Have you ever gambled while drunk, either in physical casinos or online? Did it change the way you placed bets, and how did it turn out for you?

Alcohol + Gambling will definitely be a disaster.

Although only when you take too much of it until it intoxicates you that's when it will affect your gambling.

It's never advisable to mix these two things because as you said gambling is already a risky ride and when when accompanied with Alcohol makes it even more slippery.

I haven't really tried gambling yet but with the effect of alcohol I really don't think it is compatible with gambling because all your actions when drunk you are under the influence so it will be difficult to make the right decision and this will increase the chances of failure and losing more money.

[bubilas]

Combining gambling and drinking is a very risky move, first of all we all have to know that drinking alcohol and getting drunk affects the four front part of the human brain which plays a role in decision making, as a result will lead to regrettable loss of money as a result of the decision of a drunk individual, and to make it worst when one is drunk he or she will lose track of time at money which will make the individual play without calculate funds available. until you have no money left. This m Also please a major role in developing gambling addiction whereby making you have two different addictions at the same time and that will cost a lot mentally, financially and emotionally at that point your literally causing a lot of harm to your mental health,

Absolutely right, so heavy drinkers should stay away from gambling. Casinos and betting are dangerous for many sober people because they have weak character, and if such people start drinking, it will only lead to disaster. Unfortunately, such people often don't listen to anyone, and in this case, their stubbornness works against them. It's amazing how casinos can test people's character.

[imthegreat]

Combining gambling and drinking is a very risky move, first of all we all have to know that drinking alcohol and getting drunk affects the four front part of the human brain which plays a role in decision making, as a result will lead to regrettable loss of money as a result of the decision of a drunk individual, and to make it worst when one is drunk he or she will lose track of time at money which will make the individual play without calculate funds available. until you have no money left. This m Also please a major role in developing gambling addiction whereby making you have two different addictions at the same time and that will cost a lot mentally, financially and emotionally at that point your literally causing a lot of harm to your mental health,

Absolutely right, so heavy drinkers should stay away from gambling. Casinos and betting are dangerous for many sober people because they have weak character, and if such people start drinking, it will only lead to disaster. Unfortunately, such people often don't listen to anyone, and in this case, their stubbornness works against them. It's amazing how casinos can test people's character.

Therefore, such people should try to avoid loneliness. Because family and friends can help them in this difficult situation. Many people avoid trouble because friends take them by the hand and say:"You drank too much today, and you lost too much today."

And every gambler without such friends or family is in danger of not stopping in time and losing all their money.

[Frankolala]

We all know gambling already carries risk, but what happens when you mix it with alcohol?
Personally, I’ve had a few times where I ended up gambling while drunk , whether at a casino or even online, and the experience was way different.

A total chaotic combo of all time, often times when i notice how people combine both gambling together with alcoholism gives me do much concern about their well being, knowing fully well that it thus has a huge negative effects and performance on the individual but nevertheless some person's have taken it upon themselves as habits which is logically a huge disaster to the individual abd society st large.

Drinking alcohol isn't bad, gambling isn't a bad practice too. However, if you do both at the same time, you'll make wrong decisions on your bet when you are getting intoxicated. I don't gamble whenever I am drinking, because it will lead me to huge loss due to overconfidence on my bet. I can even empty my bankroll without thinking twice.

[Findingnemo]

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Therefore, such people should try to avoid loneliness. Because family and friends can help them in this difficult situation. Many people avoid trouble because friends take them by the hand and say:"You drank too much today, and you lost too much today."

And every gambler without such friends or family is in danger of not stopping in time and losing all their money.

Being alone is not good but being surrounded by people can open up opportunities because if you join with your friends' group then someone might invite the others and you may have to join them that leads to disater at the end so just keep people closer who know that you are stuggling with addiction and trying to stop it then will not do anything that may increase the chance of happening not just everyone.

[Bigjoe33]

It really felt like a recipe for disaster - even though it seemed fun in the moment.

Have you ever gambled while drunk, either in physical casinos or online? Did it change the way you placed bets, and how did it turn out for you?

Yes, it's the perfect description from you, ''  a recipe for disaster'' even though it seemed fun in the moment, yea.  You know alcohol and its magic, surely will take over the senses of the gambler and make him either gamble more than he can afford to loose, gamble above expectations, even when danger or great losses are shown all over, alcohol keep saying ''go on'' bet on'', you will recover all, we won't leave till we get all back and win more''.

Gambling itself is tormenting when one keeps loosing, then adding some alcohol consumption to it while gambling can be more consuming and may lead to more wrong actions. I believe some might take Alcohol wth the motive of controlling the game with the power force that comes with its intoxication, but that will be adding more fire to the already burning building.

I have not gotten drunk while gambling before, but u think it's not a nice idea. It's better you gamble on clear mood for you can control yourself and regulate your gambling time.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Protect yourself from the influence of alcohol because when it starts manifesting you won't be able to control yourself.

This is very true, things with the effect of alcohol can get out of control in a very bad way, the mere fact of losing money is what makes us react, it is something that Should never be mixed, in a casino it is easy to consume alcohol, but it is easier to lose money without alcohol , and with alcohol the process is almost instantaneous.

[Mahanton]

It really felt like a recipe for disaster - even though it seemed fun in the moment.

Have you ever gambled while drunk, either in physical casinos or online? Did it change the way you placed bets, and how did it turn out for you?

Yes, it's the perfect description from you, ''  a recipe for disaster'' even though it seemed fun in the moment, yea.  You know alcohol and its magic, surely will take over the senses of the gambler and make him either gamble more than he can afford to loose, gamble above expectations, even when danger or great losses are shown all over, alcohol keep saying ''go on'' bet on'', you will recover all, we won't leave till we get all back and win more''.

Gambling itself is tormenting when one keeps loosing, then adding some alcohol consumption to it while gambling can be more consuming and may lead to more wrong actions. I believe some might take Alcohol wth the motive of controlling the game with the power force that comes with its intoxication, but that will be adding more fire to the already burning building.

I have not gotten drunk while gambling before, but u think it's not a nice idea. It's better you gamble on clear mood for you can control yourself and regulate your gambling time.

Mixing gambling and alcohol really does sound like trouble waiting to happen because both already affect decision making in different ways gambling plays with emotions while alcohol dulls judgment so when they combine it becomes easy to ignore limits and take reckless risks that a sober mind would instantly avoid. Once alcohol sets in it gives false confidence the kind that makes a person think losses are temporary and wins are just one more bet away it becomes harder to walk away even when the signs of danger are clear alcohol tells the mind to keep chasing the next round believing that luck will turn around soon and that’s when big losses usually happen.

Some people drink while gambling thinking it will make the game more fun or help them relax but it often ends the opposite way it lowers awareness and makes a gambler stay longer bet bigger and lose track of money or time it’s not just about the financial loss either it’s about the frustration and guilt that follow once the alcohol wears off and reality sets in. The best way to gamble is always with a clear head knowing exactly what you’re doing and what your limits are gambling should be done in control never under the influence because being sober keeps your mind sharp enough to stop when necessary and prevents turning a night of fun into regret.

[Mame89]

We all know gambling already carries risk, but what happens when you mix it with alcohol?
Personally, I’ve had a few times where I ended up gambling while drunk , whether at a casino or even online, and the experience was way different.

This combination will slowly bankrupt you. Gambling with a calm mind carries significant risks, let alone combining it with alcohol, which can make you lose control and become a disaster. Gambling isn't just about strategy and capital it requires control when making decisions. The influence of alcohol often makes us unaware of our actions. We only realize when the alcohol wears off and we regret what we've done.

So it's best to be wise about gambling, because gambling requires a calm and sober mind. If you enjoy drinking alcohol, it's best to avoid gambling separate the two activities and don't combine them.

[cande86]

It really felt like a recipe for disaster - even though it seemed fun in the moment.

Have you ever gambled while drunk, either in physical casinos or online? Did it change the way you placed bets, and how did it turn out for you?

Yes, it's the perfect description from you, ''  a recipe for disaster'' even though it seemed fun in the moment, yea.  You know alcohol and its magic, surely will take over the senses of the gambler and make him either gamble more than he can afford to loose, gamble above expectations, even when danger or great losses are shown all over, alcohol keep saying ''go on'' bet on'', you will recover all, we won't leave till we get all back and win more''.

Gambling itself is tormenting when one keeps loosing, then adding some alcohol consumption to it while gambling can be more consuming and may lead to more wrong actions. I believe some might take Alcohol wth the motive of controlling the game with the power force that comes with its intoxication, but that will be adding more fire to the already burning building.

I have not gotten drunk while gambling before, but u think it's not a nice idea. It's better you gamble on clear mood for you can control yourself and regulate your gambling time.

Mixing gambling and alcohol really does sound like trouble waiting to happen because both already affect decision making in different ways gambling plays with emotions while alcohol dulls judgment so when they combine it becomes easy to ignore limits and take reckless risks that a sober mind would instantly avoid. Once alcohol sets in it gives false confidence the kind that makes a person think losses are temporary and wins are just one more bet away it becomes harder to walk away even when the signs of danger are clear alcohol tells the mind to keep chasing the next round believing that luck will turn around soon and that?s when big losses usually happen.

Some people drink while gambling thinking it will make the game more fun or help them relax but it often ends the opposite way it lowers awareness and makes a gambler stay longer bet bigger and lose track of money or time it?s not just about the financial loss either it?s about the frustration and guilt that follow once the alcohol wears off and reality sets in. The best way to gamble is always with a clear head knowing exactly what you?re doing and what your limits are gambling should be done in control never under the influence because being sober keeps your mind sharp enough to stop when necessary and prevents turning a night of fun into regret.

Yes, it's true, this thing is changing entire generations of teenagers. I don't want to sound like a boomer, but these kids play the slots completely drunk without understanding what they're doing.
And you see loads of crazy teenagers gambling with money they don't even have, but this is really awful.

[Iroh]

Have you ever gambled while drunk, either in physical casinos or online? Did it change the way you placed bets, and how did it turn out for you?

Yeah, it's certainly not wise to indulge in an activity when you're intoxicated. And when that activity involves money, it's best you stay clear for the time being. With a high level of alcohol in your system, your assessment abilities would be severely impaired and you likely would not be able to make the best decision available at that time.
Gambling while drunk really is a recipe for disaster as you'll be pumped with an overly inflated belief in your ability to gamble and win. Having your assessment abilities impaired, one can bet and likely lose a great deal of money that wasn't originally planned for gambling.

[Localhostspeed]

Combining gambling and drinking is a very risky move, first of all we all have to know that drinking alcohol and getting drunk affects the four front part of the human brain which plays a role in decision making, as a result will lead to regrettable loss of money as a result of the decision of a drunk individual, and to make it worst when one is drunk he or she will lose track of time at money which will make the individual play without calculate funds available. until you have no money left. This m Also please a major role in developing gambling addiction whereby making you have two different addictions at the same time and that will cost a lot mentally, financially and emotionally at that point your literally causing a lot of harm to your mental health,

I can accept the fact that one can be high and gamble but why on earth will anyone be drunk when they know they are going to be out of their sense and still want to gamble. Honestly, it doesn't make any sense no matter how you view it. Most of the time, drunkards don't even talk sense so why does anyone will want to gamble, maybe since it's practical to gamble on phone, I'm not sure if any physical casino will allow a drunkards to their place because of the nuisance they might cause.

It's going to be a real problem if a drunk person that is supposed to be fighting alcohol addiction be fighting gambling addiction together. I don't think such person will even have any source of income to gamble, if alcohol doesn't take away the last money on them, then casino is going to take everything from them, no return for casino and no return from drinking, that's going to be two pain in the ass of the gambler and the people around them.

[Patikno]

You dont need to create a problem out of nothing. Drink responsibly, gamble responsible and there will never be a problem. Cant handle emotions, easily get drunk, is in a bad mood = stay at home and avoid both. Want to do both - first try your limits and ask others to observe your behaviour and stop you when things starts to go wrong. After all, be an adult and behave appropriate.

I completely agree with you. I think your advice is a very important reminder for everyone. Really love the way of your advice related to ask for help from someone, and it could be an important point that people rarely pay attention to. I think this is really important asking for help from others, especially siblings, friends, or family is essential as a reminder to ourselves. We are essentially social creatures, and we need the help of others, especially when it comes to gambling. I have heard many cases where people were saved just by telling others about their situation, so it is possible that a friend who hears the story can be a helper when things start to go wrong as you said, especially if we ask him to help us (at least to be a reminder).

[DaNNy001]

I guess drinking alcohol moderately may not be that bad, but when you become drunk while gambling continuously, that’s where misery starts to happen. It happened to me one or twice I think, and the outcomes were definitely undesirable. It’s like I lose too much, something that I don’t know how. But the fact that it gave me a headache after, that only means that it shouldn’t be an ideal thing to do.

It’s okay to drink, but always know your limits. Otherwise, if you gamble while drinking a lot, the feeling is high, until you realized in the end you lose all the funds you’ve got, which is definitely an amount that you can’t afford to lose.

By drinking moderalty I'm sure you mean small amounts  but it's not always about the quantity...There are some liquors that are highly intoxicating and even when take moderately they can still make a person lose control of their actions...knowing your limits and drinking moderately is good but it's important to know what you are drinking as well, smell it if you have to just to be on the safe side, it's possible for drinks to be spiked