Playing Safe Always: The Gamble That Can Lead to Mediocrity

[justinlamode]

At some point in life, everyone will face a moment that requires a life changing gamble. Even with research and preparation, you cannot fully decide the outcome of your stake. The key is to be smart about the risks you take. Because while you cannot control the result, refusing to take chances at all may be the greatest gamble of all.

Gambling is a game of chance so no one can accurately predict the outcome of gambling every other time, so gambling should be approached without ego because gambling can humble anyone who tried to claim being expert. This also mean that it is wrong to gamble with the mindset that the money can be lost and make appropriate psychological preparation to accept those losses because they will always come.

[Crypto Library]

I'm not saying anything here that responsibly gambling within a small amount of your ability to lose can make us feel like we're avoiding opportunities or luck for not taking risks.
Rather, I would say that this type of talk is mainly used in the marketing of casinos to influence gamblers to gamble with larger amounts.

And at the same time, I will say that gambling within our ability to lose does not mean that we will win at gambling, but rather that we are avoiding financial destruction when gambling and at least not putting our mental situation into stress.

[MRY]

I'm not saying anything here that responsibly gambling within a small amount of your ability to lose can make us feel like we're avoiding opportunities or luck for not taking risks.
Rather, I would say that this type of talk is mainly used in the marketing of casinos to influence gamblers to gamble with larger amounts.

And at the same time, I will say that gambling within our ability to lose does not mean that we will win at gambling, but rather that we are avoiding financial destruction when gambling and at least not putting our mental situation into stress.

A financial intelligence where we have the guts to investigate beyond the honey one promises via casino advertising is vital in protecting our resources. Although it is a fact that gambling in our capacity does not make us successful, it is quite effective in avoiding the agonising bankruptcy. What we are most concerned with is the idea that we are cool headed, and will not be interrupted by variations in game outcomes. In a way it is because with great discipline we are able to spend our free time without putting too much risks.

[Orpichukwu]

When I started gambling, I lost in the first one week but because I was enjoying the fun, I continued playing once in a while. If someone cannot control his emotions or hardly let go of their funds, such people should start gambling. For their own case, it's better for them not to take the risk to start gambling than risking it because it might make them become an addict.

An emotional check is what some people should undergo themselves before they venture into gambling because some of them are not mature enough to be gambling. No matter the amount they lose, how small or how big, they just are not capable of letting go of it so easily, so if they are checked and don't pass, they should be advised to stay away from gambling before they come up some day to call out gambling for allowing them to lose all their money.

[TopT3ns]

When I started gambling, I lost in the first one week but because I was enjoying the fun, I continued playing once in a while. If someone cannot control his emotions or hardly let go of their funds, such people should start gambling. For their own case, it's better for them not to take the risk to start gambling than risking it because it might make them become an addict.

An emotional check is what some people should undergo themselves before they venture into gambling because some of them are not mature enough to be gambling. No matter the amount they lose, how small or how big, they just are not capable of letting go of it so easily, so if they are checked and don't pass, they should be advised to stay away from gambling before they come up some day to call out gambling for allowing them to lose all their money.

It is a bitter but very true fact that all people are not yet mature enough to take a risk with capturing the possibility of losing the money. In many cases, the inability to come to terms with the defeat is a significant provocation of impulsive actions that result in complete bankruptcy of the unaware people. The establishment of the defensive wall that can keep future complaints related to loss of properties at bay by performing a careful assessment of our character before we go any further, is being established. It is a good deed of social salvation to direct those who do not pass the mental readiness test to quit. A belief that reason will take superiority over emotion will protect our future.

[Cantsay]

At some point in life, everyone will face a moment that requires a life changing gamble. Even with research and preparation, you cannot fully decide the outcome of your stake. The key is to be smart about the risks you take. Because while you cannot control the result, refusing to take chances at all may be the greatest gamble of all.

If you mean applying this logic to other aspect of one’s life I would totally agree with you. Sometimes when people stay cooped up in their comfort zone, they tend to not be able to do things that will get them out or put them in the league of the 1% because they are scared of losing or not doing things right.

Still, that doesn’t mean every reckless decision should be taken, there should be times when you’ll analyze the situation and just give up because the result isn’t really worth such type of risk, but when it’s worth it you shouldn’t be scared all you’ll get is failure and experience too.

[MRY]

At some point in life, everyone will face a moment that requires a life changing gamble. Even with research and preparation, you cannot fully decide the outcome of your stake. The key is to be smart about the risks you take. Because while you cannot control the result, refusing to take chances at all may be the greatest gamble of all.

If you mean applying this logic to other aspect of one’s life I would totally agree with you. Sometimes when people stay cooped up in their comfort zone, they tend to not be able to do things that will get them out or put them in the league of the 1% because they are scared of losing or not doing things right.

Still, that doesn’t mean every reckless decision should be taken, there should be times when you’ll analyze the situation and just give up because the result isn’t really worth such type of risk, but when it’s worth it you shouldn’t be scared all you’ll get is failure and experience too.

The boldness to move out of your comfort zone is a necessary condition of a person who wants to hold one of the top spots in the pyramid of success. We should be in a position to differentiate between the debilitating fear and appropriate exercise of vigilance in order to secure our precious possessions. Risk analysis is a very important thing that we should do as it enables us to know when and where it is better to be aggressive and when it is better to go back and be on the safe side in terms of financial security. When the reward that may accrue is just worth the effort, then failure would be a good waste of experience.

[Japinat]

When a gambler is playing safe, he is not yearning to make some potential wins, but just to avoid undesirable losses. So if this is the motivation of every gambler, then I don't think gambling still serves its purpose, to make money and gain favorable market outcomes.

To gamble is to take risk even if it means losses for you, and its okay because losses are part of the game. And you become more experienced, skillful and strategic gambler if you are consistently exposed in different gambling casinos, until you find yourself slowly maximizing your wins and reducing your losses.

[stadus]

When a gambler is playing safe, he is not yearning to make some potential wins, but just to avoid undesirable losses. So if this is the motivation of every gambler, then I don't think gambling still serves its purpose, to make money and gain favorable market outcomes.

It’s really not that complicated. You just start by setting an amount you’re ready to gamble, and that specific amount should only be dedicated for gambling. If you lose that amount, you stop. But at the same time you should also have a target for your winnings, so once you hit that you also know when to stop.

So basically you set limits for both losses and wins. That way things become easier and you can still enjoy gambling regardless of the outcome, as long as you stay disciplined.

[o48o]

It's not "greatest gamble of all", but just equally gambling. There are no safe bets in gambling, otherwise it wouldn't be called gambling.

And fear of risk isn't really significant factor, as risks exits percentually as much with every gambling style in the end, even if you avoid bigger instant risks-

Also what do you mean with "mediocrity"? Are you saying that there's somehow people that are oppose to that because of their style of gambling?

[Hypnosis00]

It's the obvious, if you play safe and doesn't want to take a risk and all-in then mostly you might have to regret it for the rest of your life. I mean, just go with the flow and see how it goes. If it doesn't work for you and you lose, then at least you try.

Sometimes you really need this kind of going out of the box and see what might be in the other side of the pasture, it could be green or not. I won't tell my stories, but I did this YOLO from time to time and admit it's hard if you lose, but then again, I did go with the motions and didn't regret it.

I have to admit not all people are risk-takers. I get it, they just want to play safe and stay wherein losses can be avoided.

However, if this is always the mindset of every gambler, I don't think there's a better future waiting ahead, because obviously gambling is all about taking risk, even in life itself we need to make bold decisions, same with real gambling games, if you always prefer to stay within your limits, you are not actually gambling, but you are limiting your winning potentials that can make a big difference in your future.

[Agbamoni]

Neither playing safe nor going hard on the game will change the outcome. We shouldn't downgrade the idea of playing it safe, as it can be the best way to avoid losing all the time. When you dont play it safe, you accumulate more losses than wins, except luck falls on your side for the day. I am the type of gambler who often takes risks, but I make sure it is a well-calculated risk.

[Accardo]

It's not "greatest gamble of all", but just equally gambling. There are no safe bets in gambling, otherwise it wouldn't be called gambling.

And fear of risk isn't really significant factor, as risks exits percentually as much with every gambling style in the end, even if you avoid bigger instant risks-

Also what do you mean with "mediocrity"? Are you saying that there's somehow people that are oppose to that because of their style of gambling?

I think of his meaning as a general gambling in life, where people are compelled to take risk to win in whatever aspect of life decisions they've made. Other than playing safe, risk in his term, would place the person in a life that has nothing with mediocrity.

[Patikno]

At some point in life, everyone will face a moment that requires a life changing gamble. Even with research and preparation, you cannot fully decide the outcome of your stake. The key is to be smart about the risks you take. Because while you cannot control the result, refusing to take chances at all may be the greatest gamble of all.

Well, that is why all gambling is about probability, meaning the outcome can be either a win or a loss, and there is no surefire way to win a bet; it is all just speculation (hit-or-miss).

Therefore, I often remind everyone, including myself, to always gamble with thorough mental and financial preparation, which means being ready to accept all the consequences, and the risks. I also often remind people to manage their gambling time wisely to avoid irresponsible gambling, because people often become irresponsible gamblers because they spend a lot of time gambling (intensely, and high). Overall, I think this is what the OP is referring to, regarding "being smart about the risks you take".

[Rgram]

Neither playing safe nor going hard on the game will change the outcome. We shouldn't downgrade the idea of playing it safe, as it can be the best way to avoid losing all the time. When you dont play it safe, you accumulate more losses than wins, except luck falls on your side for the day. I am the type of gambler who often takes risks, but I make sure it is a well-calculated risk.

You’ve got just the right kind of idea on this. Gambling isn’t emotional and it doesn’t seek your conscience before the results come pouring out. What you do while gambling is entirely up to you but, you should be able to play within your limits, within green zones that would allow you to have fun while gambling as much as putting your money out there without having to break the bank. You do need financial stability and owe it to yourself to gamble responsibly, those you can get from safe gambling.

[Vaculin]

OP, getting out of your comfort zone doesn't have to be about gambling. I agree when someone is afraid to start their own business, rechecking all their steps dozens of times, but taking risks in gambling is equivalent to the appearance of another complex or fear.
Risk is a noble thing, but it doesn't have to be stupid, and gambling is just a stupid risk. Mediocrity is considered someone who does not know how to create anything and does not have talents, but this is far from the person who knows how to think and not make stupid mistakes.

I have to agree on this. Gambling is dealing with uncertainty, and getting out from your own box isn't gambling, its one way of maximizing your potentials because you know from the very beginning that you have it, you just need to show it off.

But if your intention is to gamble, that won't apply getting out from your comfort zone. Just gamble based on probability rate, and prepare yourself for a loss or win after.

Playing safe is like gambling but you don't secure your wins, but you are there just to stay break even which is never possible in gambling. You will definitely lose or win, that's should only be the end goal, staying neutral is never part of it.

[Slow death]

Honestly, I prefer to continue as I am, always managing my bankroll well, always placing small amounts on each bet, always playing very moderately, and taking vacations when the big leagues take breaks. That way I maintain my self-control, I don't get greedy, and most importantly, I don't expect to win a lot of money. This idea that putting in a lot of money, taking risks, and then one day being lucky will lead to big wins... I think that thinking only leads to misfortune.

[Darker45]

I don't know but if you have the attitude to play safe, it's either gambling isn't for you or it will be boring. Well, perhaps there are some of us who are already thrilled betting amounts that are as good as nothing or easily satisfied betting on what they consider sure wins despite the low odds. As for me, the level of excitement correlates with the amount risked.

In all fairness, however, having an attitude like this in gambling doesn't necessarily mean you're the same in other areas of life. Perhaps you just treat gambling as non-essential and so it's not worth risking a significant amount.

[bitterguy28]

wouldn’t playing safe entails not gambling at all? if he/she is gambling or betting with high percentages of winning he/she is still gambling regardless and is risking something even though it might not be a lot so it’s still a form of gambling

[Yaunfitda]

I don't know but if you have the attitude to play safe, it's either gambling isn't for you or it will be boring. Well, perhaps there are some of us who are already thrilled betting amounts that are as good as nothing or easily satisfied betting on what they consider sure wins despite the low odds. As for me, the level of excitement correlates with the amount risked.

That's what gambling is, but there could be gamblers that are going to play safe, just enough for them to experience gambling itself and then going to the motion of like betting all their money and risking everything. Maybe they have experience worst before, that's why they are reluctant now and hesitant to put all their money on the line.

In all fairness, however, having an attitude like this in gambling doesn't necessarily mean you're the same in other areas of life. Perhaps you just treat gambling as non-essential and so it's not worth risking a significant amount.

It might have to reflex on our decision making. Maybe we really don't look at it, but if we examine it more carefully, our decisions in life could be gambling at all. Or we might be that there are gamblers that are aggressive, but then when it comes to life decisions, they are somewhat conservative.