When Gambling Starts as Fun but Turns Into Something You Can’t Escape

[jcojci]

If you start gambling for fun, you should not turn it into something that you can't escape. Many people face this situation when they start playing gambling because of curiosity. They win at the beginning so which attracts them to test it again in the next days. But they lost in those days and did not stop them from another test. From the fun turns into something that makes them difficult to leave gambling especially if they lose.  They don't realize that gambling changes them and gets them deeper without them realizing. If they can't stop immediately, they will become addicted to gambling and that can ruin their life. You should have discipline and self control when gambling so nothing bad happens to you while you can treat gambling as entertainment.

[Hewlet]

You ever notice how most people start gambling just for fun -  small bets, a bit of thrill, nothing serious at first.
Then slowly it turns into a routine, then a habit, and before you know it, you’re chasing losses thinking the next win will fix everything.

Rarely will you see a serious gambler who did not take this part. everyone, both the addicted ones and the ones that are supposedly the big players started as gamblers that gambles for fun without really making it a big deal weather they win or not. as time goes on and they gambles more frequently, things change and their mentality shift from looking at gambling as a source of fun to becoming a thing that that is fuel by the need to earn big from. sad thing is that you might get to that point without knowing and that is why some people will advice that if you do not want to get addicted, do not even get started in the first place. if you are able to control your perception about gambling, it becomes easy to control yourself when the urge to take it higher to the next level comes to mind.
 

[m2017]

You ever notice how most people start gambling just for fun -  small bets, a bit of thrill, nothing serious at first.

I think the same thing happens with any other “bad” habits (cigarettes, alcohol, illegal substances), doesn’t it?

Then slowly it turns into a routine, then a habit, and before you know it, you’re chasing losses thinking the next win will fix everything.

Attempts to "fix" the situation often only make it worse. Lately, all I see are posts about the negative impact of gambling. What's the reason for this?

Some say it’s just lack of discipline, others call it addiction. But honestly, it feels deeper than that, especially when you keep convincing yourself that you still have it under control.

If you can't control it, it's likely an addiction, and no amount of self-discipline will help.

What's important isn't what it's called, but that gambling can ultimately create problems instead of providing entertainment and potential enrichment.

Anyone here went through that phase? When gambling stopped being fun and started running your life?
Curious how bad it got and how you managed to get out of it.

I think these questions would be appropriate in rehabilitation centers or similar settings. I imagine that gamblers with self-discipline interact more there. Former addicts are unlikely to remain in a community whose influence they were essentially trying to escape (any community motivates action, in this case, devoting time to gambling).

[ginsan]

Seeing the existing posts that say that for a gambler, it is certain to experience addiction, this is the same as a successful person must have failed in his efforts, because I think someone who can be responsible, wise in making decisions and can manage his limits in gambling, born from the mistakes he has made in gambling, they managed to realize what mistakes made them unable to manage themselves in gambling, and that is addiction will definitely be a bitter story for every gambler.

[stadus]

Seeing the existing posts that say that for a gambler, it is certain to experience addiction, this is the same as a successful person must have failed in his efforts, because I think someone who can be responsible, wise in making decisions and can manage his limits in gambling, born from the mistakes he has made in gambling, they managed to realize what mistakes made them unable to manage themselves in gambling, and that is addiction will definitely be a bitter story for every gambler.

It’s nothing new to us. A lot of gamblers make bad decisions when they’re still new, but eventually they learn, some just learn the hard way.

Of course, it’s fun, that’s what we’re after too, and yeah, to win as well. But not many are really responsible gamblers. From the start, they already know they can’t afford to lose what they’re betting, yet they still do it hoping they can grow it. Once they break that principle, that’s it they’re already halfway into gambling addiction.

[GoldBitcoin112]

You ever notice how most people start gambling just for fun -  small bets, a bit of thrill, nothing serious at first.
Then slowly it turns into a routine, then a habit, and before you know it, you’re chasing losses thinking the next win will fix everything.

Some say it’s just lack of discipline, others call it addiction. But honestly, it feels deeper than that, especially when you keep convincing yourself that you still have it under control.

Anyone here went through that phase? When gambling stopped being fun and started running your life?
Curious how bad it got and how you managed to get out of it.

Gambling is indeed for fun and good moments and a nice events for friends and families but at a long run I noticed how the replacement toke place,I don't always run towers gambling I gamble but I use my sense knowing fully well that' I may lose everything just with a second so what I do I think and observe clearly before I place a bet and I place a bet once or twice in a month not like before where I park many slips.
Though before when we were just small gambling is known just for fun base but now it has graduated to in the aspects of making money,we where decive with just for fun base and excitement moments before you know it they changed it where we can be spending our money,bet with sense so that you can never regret it .

[Wiwo]

If you start gambling for fun, you should not turn it into something that you can't escape. Many people face this situation when they start playing gambling because of curiosity. They win at the beginning so which attracts them to test it again in the next days. But they lost in those days and did not stop them from another test. From the fun turns into something that makes them difficult to leave gambling especially if they lose.  They don't realize that gambling changes them and gets them deeper without them realizing. If they can't stop immediately, they will become addicted to gambling and that can ruin their life. You should have discipline and self control when gambling so nothing bad happens to you while you can treat gambling as entertainment.

Sometimes this forks dont even lnow that their are already addicted because at first the fun part they take note of is the winning part and as long as they keep winning they believe that they are having fun.

What fun means to them is in they winning but gambling fun is far from that, you should seek to record your fun based on the entertainment from the game it self and not the outcome of the games.

Chasing your winnings is the fastest way to allow addictions sleep into you as a gambler that os the reason we need limits control always and have a set time that we must follow all the time.

[Yeesha]

Chasing your winnings is the fastest way to allow addictions sleep into you as a gambler that os the reason we need limits control always and have a set time that we must follow all the time.

Greediness and unrealistic expectations is what causes some gamblers to chase loss. Chasing losses in betting can have severe problems, challenges and consequences. Because it increases financial loss causing a gambler to experience loss of huge amounts of money in the process of attempting to recoup former little loss. And this can eventually lead to emotional distress like depression, anxiety or frustration and it may effect on the gambler's mental health.

[Kelvinid]

Chasing your winnings is the fastest way to allow addictions sleep into you as a gambler that os the reason we need limits control always and have a set time that we must follow all the time.

Greediness and unrealistic expectations is what causes some gamblers to chase loss. Chasing losses in betting can have severe problems, challenges and consequences. Because it increases financial loss causing a gambler to experience loss of huge amounts of money in the process of attempting to recoup former little loss. And this can eventually lead to emotional distress like depression, anxiety or frustration and it may effect on the gambler's mental health.

This saying is right: "If you want to become poor instantly, go gambling."

Most gamblers often lose control once they experience losses. And the only thing that appears in their mind is to continue gambling until it drains their funds.
I don't think we need to hide the truth that gambling is not for fun. We aim for money for sure. We have to stop pretending because the truth is that we are hunting for a big win. It is sad to say that luck doesn't always come.

That is why if we lose today, we should stop and relax. It was not the time yet…so be patient.

[Fredomago]

Chasing your winnings is the fastest way to allow addictions sleep into you as a gambler that os the reason we need limits control always and have a set time that we must follow all the time.

Greediness and unrealistic expectations is what causes some gamblers to chase loss. Chasing losses in betting can have severe problems, challenges and consequences. Because it increases financial loss causing a gambler to experience loss of huge amounts of money in the process of attempting to recoup former little loss. And this can eventually lead to emotional distress like depression, anxiety or frustration and it may effect on the gambler's mental health.

Sad but it is the reality when you start changing your views and perspective about your gambling activities, if at first you see it as part of your entertainment and just doing it to kill some time and have some fun while using spare money, but when things gone deep and your participation start to chase to win or to earn then suddenly mistake happen and you start chasing for your losses.

Those mentioned things that can be cause of getting too much involve thru gambling can lead you to more unforeseen problem that you'll going to experienced once you start doing it irresponsibly.

[maknyos]

Seeing the existing posts that say that for a gambler, it is certain to experience addiction, this is the same as a successful person must have failed in his efforts, because I think someone who can be responsible, wise in making decisions and can manage his limits in gambling, born from the mistakes he has made in gambling, they managed to realize what mistakes made them unable to manage themselves in gambling, and that is addiction will definitely be a bitter story for every gambler.

It’s nothing new to us. A lot of gamblers make bad decisions when they’re still new, but eventually they learn, some just learn the hard way.

Of course, it’s fun, that’s what we’re after too, and yeah, to win as well. But not many are really responsible gamblers. From the start, they already know they can’t afford to lose what they’re betting, yet they still do it hoping they can grow it. Once they break that principle, that’s it they’re already halfway into gambling addiction.

Overdoing something they can't do will end up with worse things in the future and in gambling the risk of becoming addicted is always there, no matter if we become a very responsible gambler today, but the risk of making us irresponsible will still be there.
When we decide to gamble, that's when we should be prepared for all the risks. However, some people only look at things that might make them win, so that eventually makes them irresponsible gamblers.

[Grace333]

If you start gambling for fun, you should not turn it into something that you can't escape. Many people face this situation when they start playing gambling because of curiosity. They win at the beginning so which attracts them to test it again in the next days. But they lost in those days and did not stop them from another test. From the fun turns into something that makes them difficult to leave gambling especially if they lose.  They don't realize that gambling changes them and gets them deeper without them realizing. If they can't stop immediately, they will become addicted to gambling and that can ruin their life. You should have discipline and self control when gambling so nothing bad happens to you while you can treat gambling as entertainment.

This is very true. A lot of people do not even plan to get addicted, it just starts with something small or just for fun. Then after win once or twice they start having confidence to try again. Before they know it, they are chasing losses and telling themselves one more time every day.

The bad part is how gambling slowly change mindset. What normally start as entertainment can be attached. And when it is, walking away will be really hard.

[bettercrypto]

You ever notice how most people start gambling just for fun -  small bets, a bit of thrill, nothing serious at first.
Then slowly it turns into a routine, then a habit, and before you know it, you’re chasing losses thinking the next win will fix everything.

Some say it’s just lack of discipline, others call it addiction. But honestly, it feels deeper than that, especially when you keep convincing yourself that you still have it under control.

Anyone here went through that phase? When gambling stopped being fun and started running your life?
Curious how bad it got and how you managed to get out of it.

It really comes down to how individual gamblers handle themselves. It might be true that they start gambling just for fun or out of curiosity, even if they aren't really 'gamblers' by nature. But because of that initial spark, they end up doing it more often. Eventually, it becomes a habit. However, we have to remember that a habit is different from an addiction.

For me, gambling is a habit or a hobby, but I keep it limited. Unlike those with an addiction, they have no limits. Most of them lack self-discipline and emotional control, which is why they end up addicted without even realizing it.

[nara1892]

Maybe I can conclude that it is an addiction and yes I have been trapped in that situation, it is very terrible where you are completely controlled by gambling and lust because you cannot accept defeat, there are so many problems that I face, especially financial problems such as debt.

But in the end I managed to get out of that terrible zone, almost all the ways I have tried but as I remember the most effective is to keep myself busy with various other activities in life, I also looked for a part-time job to narrow my free time, when you are less involved in gambling then indirectly your interest will also definitely decrease.

[Antotena]

This is very true. A lot of people do not even plan to get addicted, it just starts with something small or just for fun. Then after win once or twice they start having confidence to try again. Before they know it, they are chasing losses and telling themselves one more time every day.

The bad part is how gambling slowly change mindset. What normally start as entertainment can be attached. And when it is, walking away will be really hard.

There is saying that goes, if you fail to plan then you definitely plan to fail. There are many people that are gambling and they don't actually have the plan to be addicted to gambling but if that's true, why borrow money to gamble? We act like subconsciously didn't want gambling addiction but yet we do things that make us to be addicted to gambling and then act suprsise when it finally happen to us, that's even hypocrites to think you are getting out of it.

If you want to be gambling safe, don't do thing that will make you addicted to gambling, if you don't want to cry in the casino, don't do things that will make you cry in the casino. Don't gamble irresponsibly, don't borrow to gamble, don't copy another gambler because they are winning and don't risk like the way they risk. These rules are simple and very easy to navigate but it's hard for some people, one small mistake you have start borrowing funds for gambling.

[Wiwo]

Sad but it is the reality when you start changing your views and perspective about your gambling activities, if at first you see it as part of your entertainment and just doing it to kill some time and have some fun while using spare money, but when things gone deep and your participation start to chase to win or to earn then suddenly mistake happen and you start chasing for your losses.

Those mentioned things that can be cause of getting too much involve thru gambling can lead you to more unforeseen problem that you'll going to experienced once you start doing it irresponsibly.

Sometimes we can't really control anything if we do it frequently, because at some point you begin to become excessive in it when you do it consistently most especially when you now have a target like chasing your loses which is a result of your over gambling also.

So is either you place your limits control, and make sure you are not over doing it even though you are gambling for fun.

Mentaining a basic standing point while gambling is what will keep you ahead addiction can crip unto anyone as long as you become excessive in your contact with that thing  

[Yorubek]

Gambling may be done for fun at first but it can gradually turn into a way to make money, I think this change is not unusual it is normal. Initially, a gambler starts gambling for entertainment but gradually it can turn into an easy way to earn money in life. However I think that the gambler himself is responsible for the change in the purpose of gambling not anyone else. In the beginning gambling is conducted according to the right rules but gradually greed and emotion work and by conducting gambling based on emotion the purpose gradually changes and gambling gradually becomes an addiction. Therefore I think it is very important for gamblers to be aware while gambling.

[Mpamaegbu]

Some say it’s just lack of discipline, others call it addiction. But honestly, it feels deeper than that, especially when you keep convincing yourself that you still have it under control.

When you begin to convince yourself that you're in control while things are going awry, that's the first phase of denial. It means you're losing it. It's like a man asking his wife, "Do you know I'm the head of the family/man of the house?" Once it gets to that point, it simply means the man is feeling emasculated. His respect is gradually eroding him. It's the same situation here with gambling. Before addiction sets in, it passes through lack of self discipline and control.

Anyone here went through that phase? When gambling stopped being fun and started running your life?

I haven't got to that stage and hopefully it won't be me. Everything we do in life should be done with moderation, including eating and wining.

[WhoYouCantKill]

Chasing your winnings is the fastest way to allow addictions sleep into you as a gambler that os the reason we need limits control always and have a set time that we must follow all the time.

Greediness and unrealistic expectations is what causes some gamblers to chase loss. Chasing losses in betting can have severe problems, challenges and consequences. Because it increases financial loss causing a gambler to experience loss of huge amounts of money in the process of attempting to recoup former little loss. And this can eventually lead to emotional distress like depression, anxiety or frustration and it may effect on the gambler's mental health.

This is why it’s advised for gamblers to always avoid profit seeking when it comes to gambling, because it’s impossible not to get greedy or have some realistic expectations when you’re always gambling to make some extra bucks, even if you weren’t going for the big wins, the casino would always have its own way of keeping you glued to their screen and before you know it, you’re already gambling more than you initially planned to. But when you’re only gambling for the fun of the game, you’ll always know when the game isn’t giving the fun vibe anymore and you’ll know it’s time to stop and take a break from gambling.

[Porfirii]

Anyone here went through that phase? When gambling stopped being fun and started running your life?

I haven't got to that stage and hopefully it won't be me. Everything we do in life should be done with moderation, including eating and wining.

We have some cases in the forum of members who went through all this and they not only overcame it but are able to continue around without it affecting them negatively anymore, in their words.

But these must be very exceptional cases. Once you go too far with an addiction, most of the times the only way to recover is by keeping zero contact with the substance or activity you hooked up with.