Signs you do while gambling

[Jody.Drummer]

Yesterday, I was playing Tower (yea, same old), was having a bad streak and I found myself doing this crossed fingers gesture (as if I am fed up, and want my luck to change): https://talkimg.com/image/UEqt2T ^{(Image from Evan-Amos | Wikimedia)}

The other time, when I am succesfuly able to recover losses I find myself doing this fist bump: https://talkimg.com/image/UEqFr1 ^{(Image from johnwnguyen | Wikipedia)}

Now, what gestures you do while gambling?

Edit: I am very well aware that these signs make no difference in gameplay whatsoever.

In my opinion, it's a spontaneous movement that we make, a reaction that arises when we get results, whether they are in line with our own desires or not in line with what we think. I once found myself jumping when I got a free spin with a high bet amount, because it was unusual, so I spontaneously and reflexively jumped. Everyone can experience this, even outside of gambling. However, when I gamble with a low bet amount and get a free spin, it doesn't make me react spontaneously; I just watch it. And maybe some people are like me, but I think that when they get unexpected results, there will be a reaction that may be quite enthusiastic.

[Ryu_Ar1]

I don't think I have this kind of movement when I'm gambling (or maybe I'm not aware of it) but there are some things that some gamblers always do like some of my colleagues who play slots they always light their cigarettes when they get a freespin bonus during normal spins and this is not only done by 1 person but there are several of my friends who do the same thing.

It's just that for myself I don't think there is any movement because I only play in sportsbetting so maybe the additional movement is when I bet and watch what I bet (more often when Madrid is playing) I will react when I win or lose, but this may not be part of the gambling reaction that I do because this is more like a reaction when I watch the match.

[Mandoy]

Now, what gestures you do while gambling?

Edit: I am very well aware that these signs make no difference in gameplay whatsoever.

Mine are not signs per se. They are more like words and phrases I utter under my breath. I would sometimes catch myself saying, “please” when the slot wheels is rolling as I am begging it to hit a jackpot. Lol, it doesn’t happen like that. Other people shake nervously and it happens to the best of us whether we are playing responsibly or not. It just happens to be a human subconscious reaction.

I can relate to this a lot. Although we are all well aware that gestures or words would not make a difference, our feelings creep out in the second. I have also observed that I usually stop breathing when something is about to come out, particularly with slots or close bets on sports. I also sometimes feel like tapping the screen or the mouse in a manner that it will somehow assist in the result coming better. When the streak is terrible, I become abnormally silent and engrossed. All these are simple habits of human tension - they do not influence the game in any way, but they are clearly demonstrative of how strongly we get engaged in the game.

[iBaba]

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In my opinion, it's a spontaneous movement that we make, a reaction that arises when we get results, whether they are in line with our own desires or not in line with what we think. I once found myself jumping when I got a free spin with a high bet amount, because it was unusual, so I spontaneously and reflexively jumped. Everyone can experience this, even outside of gambling. However, when I gamble with a low bet amount and get a free spin, it doesn't make me react spontaneously; I just watch it. And maybe some people are like me, but I think that when they get unexpected results, there will be a reaction that may be quite enthusiastic.

You are right, these movements are often spontaneous and something that emanates from one’s subconscious and it is not like you planed to do so, some people don’t even notice these things as much and others on a few occasions or get to notice only when told. Some also have this done and could only noticed when the anxiety is gone.

I guess anxiety is number one factor that causes you to make such involuntary movements without even noticing just like the way I kick my feet whenever I’m watching a tough match and some just leave their mouths wide open in amazement without even knowing they do.

[ZeroVinsonN]

Why are you phrasing the question like it's some kind of a norm to make hand signs or gestures when losing in order to turn your luck around and win instead? I've never seen or heard about anything like that, if it's something you do then don't make it look like some general stuff everybody does, I don't do it and I certainly do not know anyone who does, it's a bet not some superstitious event where hand signs get me the win when I make them.

[Orpichukwu]

Almost everyone reacts the same way when they win a bet. I mean that "yes" sound or reaction, especially when we are actively watching the game and it finally enters, but for losses, I just have to either shout "fuck" inside of me or say it out and let go. Everyone just has how they react at every given event, even when that reaction has nothing to contribute to the event.

[bakasabo]

I dont do it always, but sometimes, when I place a relatively large bet in a game that has quick outcome, after pressing BET button, I close my eyes, open them after maybe 10 seconds and look at my balance, with a hope that has increased dramatically. I know it is silly. I am fully aware that I risk with money I can allow to lose. But still, I prefer not to watch that moment when I lose big bet. I think I will be more calm if I see only result, but not the whole process of losing.

[yhiaali3]

The gestures or hand and head movements that people use to express emotions vary from person to person. I don't know if they all carry the same meaning for everyone, but I expect that each person has a specific gesture for a particular situation.

These gestures aren't related to gambling; they're related to a person's nature, and not everyone makes these movements. Perhaps they're related to certain habits in some people, but not everyone has them.

For example, when my son loses a game, he hits the chair or the wall, and if he weren't afraid of losing his phone, he would definitely break it.😇

[libert19]

...For games like dice and blackjack, the result is coming quickly, so no time for doing such things.

There is. I find myself clicking button with one hand and doing signs with other.

Why are you phrasing the question like it's some kind of a norm to make hand signs or gestures when losing in order to turn your luck around and win instead?

I didn't think that much. As for latter part, did you read edit or are you replying by merely reading the title?

[ovcijisir]

I believe making signs like in OP is just superstition and I dont think it can influence game in any way.

I literally edited post, so  I don't have to read such comments again, but holy cow, I am disappointed.

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I saw the edit, now it is more clear what is discussed.

Btw. One thing I noticed, even though it is not sign with fingers, that I tend to listen upbeat music while playing, and also while playing slots I tend to play slots that have that kind of more energetic music to keep my mood boosted.

[Jody.Drummer]

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In my opinion, it's a spontaneous movement that we make, a reaction that arises when we get results, whether they are in line with our own desires or not in line with what we think. I once found myself jumping when I got a free spin with a high bet amount, because it was unusual, so I spontaneously and reflexively jumped. Everyone can experience this, even outside of gambling. However, when I gamble with a low bet amount and get a free spin, it doesn't make me react spontaneously; I just watch it. And maybe some people are like me, but I think that when they get unexpected results, there will be a reaction that may be quite enthusiastic.

You are right, these movements are often spontaneous and something that emanates from one’s subconscious and it is not like you planed to do so, some people don’t even notice these things as much and others on a few occasions or get to notice only when told. Some also have this done and could only noticed when the anxiety is gone.

I guess anxiety is number one factor that causes you to make such involuntary movements without even noticing just like the way I kick my feet whenever I’m watching a tough match and some just leave their mouths wide open in amazement without even knowing they do.

Yes, as I said, it is just our reflex reaction to the results in front of us. Anyone who gambles and wins a large amount of money will naturally react with excitement, joy, or even do something unexpected because they are surprised by what has happened. And anxiety is also understandable because I have seen some of my friends who gamble and experience defeat. When their balance runs out in the last round, they spontaneously hit objects around them. This is clearly a reflexive movement of frustration over what happened not going according to their expectations.

[impulse709]

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In my opinion, it's a spontaneous movement that we make, a reaction that arises when we get results, whether they are in line with our own desires or not in line with what we think. I once found myself jumping when I got a free spin with a high bet amount, because it was unusual, so I spontaneously and reflexively jumped. Everyone can experience this, even outside of gambling. However, when I gamble with a low bet amount and get a free spin, it doesn't make me react spontaneously; I just watch it. And maybe some people are like me, but I think that when they get unexpected results, there will be a reaction that may be quite enthusiastic.

You are right, these movements are often spontaneous and something that emanates from one’s subconscious and it is not like you planed to do so, some people don’t even notice these things as much and others on a few occasions or get to notice only when told. Some also have this done and could only noticed when the anxiety is gone.

I guess anxiety is number one factor that causes you to make such involuntary movements without even noticing just like the way I kick my feet whenever I’m watching a tough match and some just leave their mouths wide open in amazement without even knowing they do.

Yes, as I said, it is just our reflex reaction to the results in front of us. Anyone who gambles and wins a large amount of money will naturally react with excitement, joy, or even do something unexpected because they are surprised by what has happened. And anxiety is also understandable because I have seen some of my friends who gamble and experience defeat. When their balance runs out in the last round, they spontaneously hit objects around them. This is clearly a reflexive movement of frustration over what happened not going according to their expectations.

I do concur with what everyone is saying here. The majority of our cues that we display when gambling are more of a reflex rather than a deliberate thought. Putting your legs in the air due to an unpredictable free spin, kicking your legs in the stressful game or remaining completely silent when you lose a game are the responses that are often of the subconscious. Fear and expectation are very significant in instigating such movements. Major victories are exciting and unexpected, whereas defeats (especially those in the later rounds or the final one) can result in frustration that manifests itself physically, such as kicking something or glaring at the wall. Every human being will respond differently, but these are involuntary signs of an emotional up and down response of the highs and downs of gambling.

[len01]

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Now, what gestures you do while gambling?

I’m not sure if I’ve ever done that kind of gesture but as far as I remember whenever I get a scatter in a slot game I always end up lighting my cig before spin the bonus round.

IMO, gestures like that are sometimes done randomly and people don’t even realize what they’re doing. Some people hit their own heads when they lose or even slam their phones when they get too excited after a big win. But of course those are just expressions and don’t actually affect the outcome.

[gunhell16]

Yesterday, I was playing Tower (yea, same old), was having a bad streak and I found myself doing this crossed fingers gesture (as if I am fed up, and want my luck to change): https://talkimg.com/image/UEqt2T ^{(Image from Evan-Amos | Wikimedia)}

The other time, when I am succesfuly able to recover losses I find myself doing this fist bump: https://talkimg.com/image/UEqFr1 ^{(Image from johnwnguyen | Wikipedia)}

Now, what gestures you do while gambling?

Edit: I am very well aware that these signs make no difference in gameplay whatsoever.

It's become a habit of mine to raise my eyebrows whenever I lose a bet or when my bankroll is totally depleted like that and then simultaneously smile
and shake my head when I'm gambling at the casino.

This is my sign anytime I'm gambling, though, because when I win, even if it's only a little, my eyes widen and my mouth makes a
'O' shape while my eyebrows arch up.

[Inwestour]

No I don’t use any special signs, rituals, or tricks while gambling. Maybe that’s because I’m not a superstitious person, and I simply don’t believe that crossing my fingers can have any effect on two football teams playing thousands of kilometers away from me. It seems a bit absurd to me, so I just place the bet and watch the match. I do think that if there are superstitious people who believe in such things, it would make more sense for them to cross their fingers at the moment they choose a bet. But I don’t believe in that either.

[purple_sparkles]

Yesterday, I was playing Tower (yea, same old), was having a bad streak and I found myself doing this crossed fingers gesture (as if I am fed up, and want my luck to change): https://talkimg.com/image/UEqt2T ^{(Image from Evan-Amos | Wikimedia)}

The other time, when I am succesfuly able to recover losses I find myself doing this fist bump: https://talkimg.com/image/UEqFr1 ^{(Image from johnwnguyen | Wikipedia)}

Now, what gestures you do while gambling?

Edit: I am very well aware that these signs make no difference in gameplay whatsoever.

It's become a habit of mine to raise my eyebrows whenever I lose a bet or when my bankroll is totally depleted like that and then simultaneously smile
and shake my head when I'm gambling at the casino.

This is my sign anytime I'm gambling, though, because when I win, even if it's only a little, my eyes widen and my mouth makes a
'O' shape while my eyebrows arch up.

We all have certain gestures and facial expressions as reactions to what happens in gambling and in everyday life as well. I think that for many people these expressions are quite similar, because we are social beings and learn from one another. If you have nothing to hide or no reason to worry about being read through your gestures, this can actually help people connect, since these markers hint at how communication can become more effective and engaging.However, in live poker, for example, it’s better to keep track of such tells if you don’t want to lose.

[maydna]

No signs I do if I lose or win but I try to calm and not express my emotions too much. If I do that, those who lived with me will curious and may comes to see what I do. They will asks me with so many questions how I get involved in gambling and others.

Those gestures or signs makes no difference in gambling, that is spontaneous action you do. Different people will have different expression.

[libert19]

No I don’t use any special signs, rituals, or tricks while gambling. Maybe that’s because I’m not a superstitious person, and I simply don’t believe that crossing my fingers can have any effect on two football teams playing thousands of kilometers away from me.

I am astonished, good sir! I don't know why this sign making don't work for you but it seems to be working fine for me, I have become millionaire already because I am betting with crossed fingers, only thing I worry about is getting banned from casino — if they don't ban, and casino have enough resources, I could be as well on way to dethrone the Elon because I have found a loophole to be always lucky.

[panjul07]

I believe no gamblers have specific gesture when it comes to winning moment and losing moment as it must be something spontaneous.
Gamblers may have different gestures for different winnings as well as different losing moment because it is all about emotion while our emotion some time is up and down while gambling.
However the one I remember most of the time is when I threw my phone away when I was hitting a max win on a slot game, it was spontaneous ofc.
Luckily it was my secondary and old phone, although it was not completely broken but the screen broke LOL.

[bubilas]

I believe no gamblers have specific gesture when it comes to winning moment and losing moment as it must be something spontaneous.
Gamblers may have different gestures for different winnings as well as different losing moment because it is all about emotion while our emotion some time is up and down while gambling.
However the one I remember most of the time is when I threw my phone away when I was hitting a max win on a slot game, it was spontaneous ofc.
Luckily it was my secondary and old phone, although it was not completely broken but the screen broke LOL.

Sometimes a screen can be repaired. I could even tell you how many mice I've broken when my poker cards didn't win at showdown after I made a big all-in. It's probably true that not every gambler knows all the gestures and actions they might perform in a fit of joy or anger. We don't know ourselves, and that's an axiom. After all, I've never won huge sums at an online casino. Maybe I would have done a somersault, like some football players do. They're trained, but I'd have gotten injured, so what? But I think I'd be prepared for that if I won, say, $1 million. And any gambler would probably be willing to do that.