If gambling where the only alternatives would you gamble?

[Odusko]

Gambling is not meant to be taken as something that can put money in your pocket, experience have shown that those that treat gambling like business to generate revenue oftentimes lose in the end because they failed to know that gambling is for entertainment instead treated like jackpot hunting ground.

[Fiatless]

Gambling is not meant to be taken as something that can put money in your pocket, experience have shown that those that treat gambling like business to generate revenue oftentimes lose in the end because they failed to know that gambling is for entertainment instead treated like jackpot hunting ground.

OP is just assuming that if gambling is the only job would gamble. He is not saying that gambling should be taken as a business. Back to his question, I would definitely gamble. Since it's the only source of income, everyone would become gamblers to survive. But I don't think a time will ever come when gambling will be the only available job.

[Agbe]

if gambling was the only source if livelihood then it means that a lot of people are actually going to be poor because taking gambling as a source of income is dangerous, the outcomes are not certain and if this was the only option people had it would lead to gambling addiction. such a situation would make people lose more than they win due to how desperate they would be to always make profit.

[Frankolala]

Gambling is in human and whether, it's the only way to make income or not people will still be gambling from generations to generations. Gambling cannot be a means of income because it's a game of luck but some unserious gamblers use it as a means of income and got addicted unknowingly to them. I am a gambler and will continue to gamble for fun.

[Unsoldier]

If gambling were truly a stable source of income, most people wouldn’t need to work at all. The reality is that casinos make money consistently, while players win only occasionally. For me, gambling can be entertainment, but definitely not a main source of income. And honestly, every gambler I know has ended up with net losses if you add up all their wins and losses.

[Davidvictorson]

Hello fellas!
Just a little bit bored at night..
I want to know if there are no other sources of livelihood and we have gambling as the only means of income and people are already getting used to it, and you are not a gambler would gamble instead?

Yes, this is the type of question that comes from boredom.

This scenario can never exist. There will always be options in this world. Whatever you do, just gamble responsibly whether you gamble for passion or for entertainment.

[MRY]

If gambling were truly a stable source of income, most people wouldn’t need to work at all. The reality is that casinos make money consistently, while players win only occasionally. For me, gambling can be entertainment, but definitely not a main source of income. And honestly, every gambler I know has ended up with net losses if you add up all their wins and losses.

Reality in the economy states that the betting systems are made in such a way that they will work out mathematically to the long run advantage of the organisers. Assuming we attempt to sum up all dealings we will on most occasions have a negative figure and be convinced that fortunes are short-lived. It is true that living on speculation will not help any financial security that we have worked so hard, and contributed in more commendable actions, to achieve.

[sotelorene]

Hello fellas!
Just a little bit bored at night..
I want to know if there are no other sources of livelihood and we have gambling as the only means of income and people are already getting used to it, and you are not a gambler would gamble instead?
Now, this would definitely revealed those who are truly a gambler or those who just had passion for gambling and even as it turns to only means of income you wouldn't be that feeling bad because already you are well customed to it.
Of course there are some countries that bans gambling but yet there are some citizens who are still gambling either by using a vpn or Tor to access the gambling site.

This is out of thinking and imagination because it is not even possible lol 🤣, hope you know there are people that hold onto some certain belief so much that they rather die than to go against the belief regardless of the trial that will be before them and also I believe there are people who can never go into gambling even though it is the only source to livelihood and like I said earlier, it is not possible and can never be..., because there will always be an option and in this kind of condition, only those that are into it before will be so glad and take it more serious.

[nimogsm]

Hello fellas!
Just a little bit bored at night..
I want to know if there are no other sources of livelihood and we have gambling as the only means of income and people are already getting used to it, and you are not a gambler would gamble instead?

No, I can't afford to make money solely from gambling. I have a full-time job because I have many obligations and responsibilities that my salary covers, and gambling can't provide that. Besides, I wouldn't want to be someone who only makes money from gambling; I dread to think of the stress and risk I can't afford. A couple of games a month is enough for me.

[Judith87403]

Assuming gambling were truly the only available income source,that would say more about the system than the individual. Sincerely, I would be very cautious.

Gambling is unpredictable by design. Which was built to favour the house long term, and relying on it as a steady income is extremely dangerous. Even if someone is addicted to it, that doesn't make it stable or sustainable. Your comfort zone doesn't change the math.

In areas where gambling is restricted, applying tools to bypass laws adds legal danger on top of the financial risk.

Therefore even  in a tough condition, I would still  prefer gambling as the last resort, rather than a dependable livelihood.

[Joeboy]

Hello fellas!
Just a little bit bored at night..
I want to know if there are no other sources of livelihood and we have gambling as the only means of income and people are already getting used to it, and you are not a gambler would gamble instead?.

We need money to gamble and if gambling was the only source of livelihood, where would we get money from to gamble..Now even if by chance we happen to get money to use,  getting back that money or profits from it may not always be guaranteed since gambling is a game of chance.. And there will be higher rate of death, overthinking and addiction as folks would want to make back that money they lost since they have no other mean of livelihood which could probably lead to more and or loss and eventually something catastrophic like addiction and whatnot... Honestly I think that if for instance gambling becomes the only means of livelihood, I would be restless and bothered, and if I was not a gambler I would probably stay away from it.

[ndutndut]

if gambling was the only source if livelihood then it means that a lot of people are actually going to be poor because taking gambling as a source of income is dangerous, the outcomes are not certain and if this was the only option people had it would lead to gambling addiction. such a situation would make people lose more than they win due to how desperate they would be to always make profit.

Yes, my first thought was the same as yours: if gambling were the sole source of income there would be widespread poverty. Because gambling is an uncertain and unpredictable activity, it cannot be used as a source of income and even to start gambling you need money.

I can't imagine gambling as the sole source of income, as it completely contradicts the nature of gambling. Gambling is essentially entertainment you can win sometimes just by luck, so it can't be used as a source of income. Even with that mindset we won't earn income but rather our addiction would increase.

[Aanuoluwatofunmi]

We just said if it was the only alternative, then we have no option than to gamble because it is nothing bad to be a gambler and then we do this to have fun on our own, when it comes to the last option we are having, been nothing than gambling, then I just think that they made the whole thing more convenient and easy for us to do, because gambling is already part of us and we appreciate every moment spent in gambling without repentance.

[shawonngp]

If there is no alternative option for livelihood, then maybe most people can consider gambling as a means of income. Still, I think that gambling cannot be the only source of income for people, because it is very risky, and people cannot make a steady monthly income from it. Because when we work, we earn through our physical labor, with no such high risk as gambling. Many people are not used to gambling, so they must find another way to make money. Without a fixed income, a person's standard of living cannot depend on gambling income, as it is an uncertain source.

[Somto9Light]

Hello fellas!
Just a little bit bored at night..
I want to know if there are no other sources of livelihood and we have gambling as the only means of income and people are already getting used to it, and you are not a gambler would gamble instead?

There will never be a time when gambling will only be our source of income, how can you even think of such when we already know that gambling is just a means of having fun and for entertainment sake? Well, I know this is just a mere discussion just like you Said that you're bored maybe that's the reason why you chose to come up with this, just as you said that if gambling where the only alternative would you gamble? Of course yes, do I have any option? since everyone is doing it then I will also join them and do it because I wouldn't want to remain like that but the question is how is that even possible.

[Agbe]

If gambling was the alternative to make money I would still gamble for fun because nothing can change the fact that it is still gambling, meaning that it's a 50/50 thing, you can either win or lose. This isn't a full time job or a business that making a specific amount of money is guaranteed. if this becomes the only option I'm sure it's going to cause more harm than good for a lot of people and the addiction rate would increase.

[Inwestour]

Hello fellas!
Just a little bit bored at night..
I want to know if there are no other sources of livelihood and we have gambling as the only means of income and people are already getting used to it, and you are not a gambler would gamble instead?
Now, this would definitely revealed those who are truly a gambler or those who just had passion for gambling and even as it turns to only means of income you wouldn't be that feeling bad because already you are well customed to it.
Of course there are some countries that bans gambling but yet there are some citizens who are still gambling either by using a vpn or Tor to access the gambling site.

For a start it would be worth conducting a survey to find out how many players are truly able to make money from gambling. If the statistics often discussed on the forum are correct, that it’s no more than 3% of all players, then what kind of income from gambling are we really talking about?
If you’ve lost your job and are thinking about making gambling your main source of income, I’m afraid you’re likely to be disappointed. The earnings here, much like in trading I like to compare the two, are so unstable that you will still need a steady source of income. Let gambling remain your form of entertainment.

[Nheer]

Hello fellas!
Just a little bit bored at night..
I want to know if there are no other sources of livelihood and we have gambling as the only means of income and people are already getting used to it, and you are not a gambler would gamble instead?
Now, this would definitely revealed those who are truly a gambler or those who just had passion for gambling and even as it turns to only means of income you wouldn't be that feeling bad because already you are well customed to it.
Of course there are some countries that bans gambling but yet there are some citizens who are still gambling either by using a vpn or Tor to access the gambling site.

If as you said there are no other sources to earn a living and others are gambling then I will definitely not hesitate to gamble because I must earn a living as well and with no other options than to gamble I will definitely take it.

 Gambling shouldn't be seen as a source of income but with your assumption I guess we have no choice since we have to survive. Gambling is not really that bad if you are not overdoing it, if you gamble responsibly then there is nothing to worry about butt when you take it as a means to earn then you are are likely to get too attached to it, it still doesn't mean you can't take control.

[hedgeh0g]

If gambling was the alternative to make money I would still gamble for fun because nothing can change the fact that it is still gambling, meaning that it's a 50/50 thing, you can either win or lose. This isn't a full time job or a business that making a specific amount of money is guaranteed. if this becomes the only option I'm sure it's going to cause more harm than good for a lot of people and the addiction rate would increase.

I would play too, but I would do so extremely carefully, perhaps even more cautiously than I do now. Nevertheless, I can't imagine myself without the game. Of course, I can take breaks, even long ones, and I think they're good for me, but overall, I often think about strategy and emotional control. I'd play even without any alternative; the excitement the game gives me sometimes makes me feel more alive, but I understand that it shouldn't border on addiction; that's the main thing.

[goldkingcoiner]

Hello fellas!
Just a little bit bored at night..
I want to know if there are no other sources of livelihood and we have gambling as the only means of income and people are already getting used to it, and you are not a gambler would gamble instead?
Now, this would definitely revealed those who are truly a gambler or those who just had passion for gambling and even as it turns to only means of income you wouldn't be that feeling bad because already you are well customed to it.
Of course there are some countries that bans gambling but yet there are some citizens who are still gambling either by using a vpn or Tor to access the gambling site.

Gambling is not a means of income and never has been. It cannot possibly serve as a source of livelyhood and mathematics proves it.

You really should not gamble with a VPN out of a forbidden country either. If the casino catches you (and they will) then they can take back any winnings that you may have won. (Although they are required to refund your deposits also).

But going back to answer your question:

Gambling gets boring (for me, personally) if I do it too much. I would not like to gamble because I am being forced to by some external circumstances...