If the 'Big One' hit today, would your Monday morning look different?

[lovesmayfamilis]

A number with six zeros would immediately put me out of the game. I could swear by oath never to return to gambling. However, no matter how much I repeat this mantra, my wallet is still full of zeros. Therefore, I will play not with the goal of becoming an overnight millionaire, but as millions of gamblers do: for fun, with the hope of winning some prize. I'm not greedy, but I also won't deny that money plays no role for me when I gamble. Many would be lying when they say they can enjoy losing for the sake of future winnings, but we cannot deceive ourselves if we understand the true purpose of our gambling.

[iv4n]

Most people say they gamble for the money, but we’ve all seen winners who can’t stop until the balance is zero again. This leads to the ultimate question about our psychology as players.

Some of us gamble because we love it. It's, and it's not about the money... We need to have money for gambling, and we need to be ready to spend it. And it's simple, in gambling, the balance shows whether we are winning or losing, but in any case (whether we are winning or losing), we will continue to gamble, and we will never stop chasing "big hits".

"One big hit" can make a difference, but why just one!? Can we experience it more than once?

[michellee]

Winning more is the thing that they wants. Humans always wants more, can't feeling that is enough and they will keep trying. They don't realize that they just risking their winning before and no guarantee they will make bigger in the next rounds.

Humans are greedy so that makes them difficult to stops gambling. Their minds will thinks that is their time to wins more so that makes them continue gambling.

If you win big, you must stops gambling and withdraw the money. It is enough with your wins and you can enjoy your win money. You can returns to casino after you enjoy you want.

[ZeroVinsonN]

I might stop gambling all together or end up becoming addicted to it in the process, there are just so many possibilities out there.

I honestly don’t think you’ll completely stop, especially after getting rewarded with a huge win. In a way, you owe that moment to gambling itself. 

Sure, you might chill for a bit, take a break, but I doubt you’ll totally forget about gambling. The main reason we do this is because it’s fun. It’s entertainment first, winnings are just a bonus. So completely stopping doesn’t really make sense for most of us, gambling becomes part of what we enjoy.

That kind of win is already life-changing. It’s enough to buy or build a house if you don’t have one yet. If we’re talking about a dollar millionaire, that could even mean early retirement, especially if you’re living in a third-world country.

That is the point I'm trying to make, I really have no idea how I am actually going to respond to such a situation where I end up winning that much so everything I'm saying right now is just speculation with no definitive stand point, that's why I also stated that I might actually end up getting addicted to gambling under such circumstances, all speculation with no certainty attached, hopefully I will hit such a win soon so I can finally know what my response to such a situation will be 😅

[Dr.Bitcoin_Strange]

One thing I try to avoid recently is continuing to gamble after I must have made profit, this is.a sign of greed and indiscipline...A lot of gamblers say that they would stop after winning a certain amount of money but when they end up winning they still gamble hoping to make more profit...if I end up hitting a big win I think I'm going to give gambling a break for a very long time do I don't lose my wins

The best thing a gambler can do for their self after winning a big amount is for them to just take a brake and focus on spending the money wisely before they can continue and while taking a brake, they should withdraw their winning out from the casino because if it is left there, they will still be tempted to spending  it on gambling later, that's why they have to just withdraw it.

[NurseHub]

I see many people saying quitting isn't the best way. But I think it's a personal decision.
So as for me, if I win a jackpot, I will quit betting; I don't care about the wins I might make in the future. I already have plans waiting for the money. I will take a break from everything and give myself a good rest, not spending lavishly, but with a budget. Then when I am done, I will start up my business.

[Beparanf]

I see many people saying quitting isn't the best way. But I think it's a personal decision.
So as for me, if I win a jackpot, I will quit betting; I don't care about the wins I might make in the future. I already have plans waiting for the money. I will take a break from everything and give myself a good rest, not spending lavishly, but with a budget. Then when I am done, I will start up my business.

I believe quitting is the best option on this case since it’s the ultimate of every gambler to gain huge profit that already enough to stop at work and live a happy life with the money.

We can get entertainment on different sources by using the money that we won without risking it back to the casino for earning more which doesn’t make sense already since you are on the pinnacle of profit.

It’s pure greediness already to still play after winning the big one jackpot.

[shinratensei_]

No plan to exit. I'd be withdrawing 80% of it, then keep the rest to gamble more. Just enjoy your life, and never feel tired of doing gambling. There's no guarantee to hit the jackpot again for second time. Why do we need to spend our jackpot until it goes to zero again? Keep our sense, and use the money to enjoy our life caused by life is beautiful.  

[lixer]

My wife would have a very different Monday, but mine would be pretty similar. It would be different in the sense that on Monday I would have to deal with taxes, banks, accountant and many other things, if we are talking about officially taking it over and putting it in the bank and paying the taxes and putting the rest in some funds, like interest and bonds and stocks etc, some to bitcoin, that is the boring answer.

If you ask me, it's already in the account, all taxes paid, like I already "have" it? Then yeah, I would have the same life, I am happy with all I have, but my wife would probably go on a shopping spree lol.

[Slow death]

In my case, if I won a lot of money, I would remain calm and continue playing with the same small amount I play with, and I would withdraw all the money I won and invest it in some real-world business because, for me, gambling is a form of entertainment in which I always put the same small amount of money, and if I lose, it doesn't harm me in any way in my life. And you see, I don't even get sad when I lose a bet because the amount I lose is very small.

No plan to exit. I'd be withdrawing 80% of it, then keep the rest to gamble more. Just enjoy your life, and never feel tired of doing gambling. There's no guarantee to hit the jackpot again for second time. Why do we need to spend our jackpot until it goes to zero again? Keep our sense, and use the money to enjoy our life caused by life is beautiful. 

Many people who win a lot of money gambling withdraw it all quickly; I would do that too. But the problem is what they do with the money in the real world afterward. Driven by the desire to live very well, they spend all their money on luxury cars, luxury food, luxury phones, luxury hotels, luxury trips, and luxury jewelry. They don't think that the money will eventually run out and therefore needs to be invested to increase their wealth.

[LFC_Bitcoin]

Well I’ve been in Bitcoin since 2014 so I have been lucky enough to be very comfortable financially any way but if I was to for example, win a lot of money tonight, on a Sunday then my Monday would probably be the same. I’d be very excited sure but I wouldn’t rush out and blow a load of money. I’d invest most of it and maybe spend 10% on fun stuff.

[livingfree]

No plan to exit. I'd be withdrawing 80% of it, then keep the rest to gamble more. Just enjoy your life, and never feel tired of doing gambling. There's no guarantee to hit the jackpot again for second time. Why do we need to spend our jackpot until it goes to zero again? Keep our sense, and use the money to enjoy our life caused by life is beautiful.  

Just like what's on my head.

I'll withdraw maybe 50%-80% and then will stay with the remaining money from that jackpot.

That's how we should enjoy while it's all about having fun, always make sure that you're the winner in any sense whether it's out of luck or your skill.

Don't let your winnings be taken away from you if you decide to gamble again.

[Judith87403]

A lot of persons do not stay for the funds alone. That rush, the sense of control, and that hope of repeating a peak moment pull even harder than just logic. Big wins may get players trapped through resetting what enough really feels like. Veterans that last happens to treat gambling like a paid entertainment having limits that are strict, rather than a way to meaning or identity. A real strategy for exit mostly exist before the big win, instead of after it, and it is connected to walking out yet intact, not pursuing the feeling.

[hedgeh0g]

Well I’ve been in Bitcoin since 2014 so I have been lucky enough to be very comfortable financially any way but if I was to for example, win a lot of money tonight, on a Sunday then my Monday would probably be the same. I’d be very excited sure but I wouldn’t rush out and blow a load of money. I’d invest most of it and maybe spend 10% on fun stuff.

It's really cool that you were able to learn about Bitcoin so early compared to most users, and investing some of your money in various assets to diversify is a great idea. I would do something similar, but I'm not in your shoes and have to work two jobs these days, but everyone has their own path. I also think it's wise to spend on entertainment if you're lucky enough to win at gambling, because if you constantly leave it all behind and keep playing, there's a chance you'll lose, but the excitement from fun things will last forever, along with the emotions and memories. Incidentally, I would do such things not only for myself but also for those close to me, because I think it's extremely important.

[Fortify]

Most people say they gamble for the money, but we’ve all seen winners who can’t stop until the balance is zero again. This leads to the ultimate question about our psychology as players.


I want to hear from the veterans, the whales, and the grinders.
What keeps you in the game, and what is your exit strategy?

Most people cannot imagine their existence outside of work or are so far away from the idea of leaving that they would not know what to do if they had the freedom lots of money would bring. Not me, I'd definitely be able to break off work immediately, might work out a notice period or at least give them 2 weeks to do some sort of crash course, but after that could happily find things to do for the rest of my life - with some volunteering/charity work thrown into the mix. I have enough financial knowledge that it would be sustainable and would manage it in a way that doesn't run out. That's another thing which gets a lot of people, they burn through a windfall very quickly and don't invest or pace themselves properly. Travel and experiences would lead to a very happy life.

[Lida93]

Most people say they gamble for the money, but we’ve all seen winners who can’t stop until the balance is zero again. This leads to the ultimate question about our psychology as players.

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I don't get stuck in the game because of my persistent to win but I do so when I'm enjoying the game regardless of getting a win alongside, and during this period I'm able to understand winning shouldn't be the priority when you gamble just as you do so it's a medium to make sure you're keeping to a discipline gambling activities. And mostly what prompts me to step back is basically when i observe my habits as well as comparing it with what I'm getting then I'll have to apply some exit strategy.

Putting mind on only winning when playing the games can really be harmful to the gambler because he can't let go or know when to cease from playing until he gets those wins he has set his mind upon. But when it's about enjoying the game and accepting the outcome whether it's rewarding with a win or not then you can be sure of being in the right track with your gambling habits. And applying the break pads to evaluate how we're gambling and what the results has being with what we have spent is quite a good way too to know if we would have a temporary leave or continue.

[NewCryptocasinos]

Well I’ve been in Bitcoin since 2014 so I have been lucky enough to be very comfortable financially any way but if I was to for example, win a lot of money tonight, on a Sunday then my Monday would probably be the same. I’d be very excited sure but I wouldn’t rush out and blow a load of money. I’d invest most of it and maybe spend 10% on fun stuff.

I thought I was early (2017). It’s incredible how many true OGs are still active here on Bitcointalk.
I also like your investment mindset,  I’d probably do the same. Might even squeeze the “fun” part down to 5% and spend it it on a nice trip somewhere.

[gunhell16]

Managing your expectations is key in gambling. If you go in chasing a life-changing jackpot, you're setting yourself up for a painful disappointment.

I’ve found that the best way to approach any online casino is to play for fun, not for a payout. It’s a much more stress-free experience when you aren't emotionally attached to the outcome. Those who have been gambling for a long time surely understand this.

[Rabata]

Most people in gambling have the desire that they will make a lot of money from it or that they will become rich through gambling. Now we have to understand one thing that there is no end to the needs of people. If he wins big today, he will try to win even bigger tomorrow. Instead of making the effort to control himself, he will continue to gamble because he is more greedy. I think that people cannot control this greed and despite winning, they cannot quit gambling. As long as they have money, they try to continue gambling.

[ejikeme24]

Well, this is not the first time I'm seeing such question I think this is making it the third  time or so. However, I'm going to stick to what I said earlier that the fun I have from the game is what keeps me pushing till now. Although I'm not going to say that I don't expect wining of course I do but not all the time because gambling would be very boring if there's no win because the wining is what makes the game to look more interesting and fun especially to those that are only interested in the wining. So I must say that the main reason why I'm still here is due to the fun I have while playing it.