This reminder is strong and on time. Gambling gets dangerous once discipline fades and expectations becomes unrealistic. To treat it as entertainment, not as income, is considered the healthiest mindset. Knowing when to pause, either after a loss or a win, that is real control, not weakness. A lot of problems begin with pursuing, ego, or the belief that everything must be fixed at the next bet. To accept bad days, making use of just money that is disposable, and setting limits will secure both your peace of mind and your funds. At the long run, consistency with restraint are what matters even far more than the frequency or maybe excitement.
Excessive expectations and loss of discipline are what make gambling dangerous. Expecting to win the next day after losing one day, or thinking of re-betting to cover the loss after losing, can lead to losses. When people start expecting to make money regularly from it instead of seeing it as entertainment, they start to lose control. Those who can stop after winning and take a break after losing are successful in staying disciplined.
Gambling is very difficult and a big problem for people who don't know when to stop.
People who know when to stop and are disciplined are very few nowadays. Why are there so few nowadays? Because we live such fast-paced lives everything moves so quickly.
I hope that in 2026, everyone will live a slower and more balanced life. Wishing for a year where we can enjoy ourselves without overindulging.