Does the risk have to be significant?

[Olatundespo]

For me, the risk must be worthwhile and very well calculated, in addition to having a plan B. We've already discussed bankroll management, self-control, and other topics excessively here. We all know how important it is, but I believe that not taking risks is already a risk. Just don't do anything reckless.

I believe that not taking risks is a form of risk in some gambling or investment situations. To take those risks, you have to have the patience to not go bankrupt or regret making such a bold decision. In some sports betting, our confidence works in such a way that not taking risks seems risky to us because the chances of winning are much higher based on all the statistical analysis.

The attitude expressed by Op about the importance of risk puts a gambler in danger because that gambler will continue to take risks for the thrill or excitement or to make money without risk management and they will definitely going to lose.

[Showlove01]

I once read an interesting book about risk management and wealth creation, and one sentence in it really got me thinking. It said, "The risk has to be significant (otherwise, what's the point)."
In my opinion, if you take risks, you're essentially tempting fate. You're simply delaying the moment of losing your money. Does the risk have to be significant? Significant risk essentially means you're repeatedly putting your capital at risk, and sooner or later, you'll lose your money. Do you have such a significant edge that it allows you to win more often than you lose, even with the odds? I think when people write that it's not just about winning, it means they're gambling for the thrill and excitement.

At the last sentence you have got the correct point that people gamble for the excitement and it hapepns on the both time whether the person loss in gambling or winning in the gamble. If it was only for the money making then many a people would stay out of the gambling. Thoiugh a portion of people only play for the money though the result makes them more loser.

There are games that can be played for fun or entertainment  especially the games we can use our skills to play and even to some extent these games are also played for money or profit. Moreover, in sports betting I doubt if people play this game for fun because I don't really see any fun their when you are losing your money. When you said a portion of people it looks somehow to me because you didn't specify it, I think this should be a large portion of people play or gamble for the money.

[gracreavix]

My simple and honest answer is this, when it comes to gambling, only take risks you are actually capable of handling. I’m talking of both mentally and financial.
Significant doesn’t mean, you should put pressure on your finances or stress yourself out. If the risk does, then it’s way too much already.

[bitcampaign]

My simple and honest answer is this, when it comes to gambling, only take risks you are actually capable of handling. I’m talking of both mentally and financial.
Significant doesn’t mean, you should put pressure on your finances or stress yourself out. If the risk does, then it’s way too much already.

When someone is at the table or in a gambling place, everything will feel different in terms of mental condition and other disturbances will always be there, the point is to plan everything you can when you want to go to gambling because what you said is true that going to gambling is a risky thing, therefore if the risk is not arranged well then when playing and spending money there will be a risk of running out of bets, in fact, suppressing money is something that must be done because it is the main control to overcome problems in gambling (Running Out of Money).

[Dr.Bitcoin_Strange]

That book is obviously innocent, there is no where in that book that says gambling is the right place to risk it all on, and I don't have alot to

I can bet this is true, the book was not making reference to gambling but definitely to something that is more consistent in terms of generating profits, most of the wealthy people that has written books of same journey, I have not read anyone that said they made success through gambling and that it was as a result of how they took significant risks. It's usually investment on something less volatile.

[Rashlyowl]

Gambling model with significant risks is bad in my opinion, we don't have to take such risks to enjoy gambling. Indeed, with significant risks, we can immediately change our financial condition in a day, but it requires a high level of luck. How confident are we in having that level of luck?

I have bros who makes parlay tickets every week, he did win once, but since then I never heard anything good from him again, that's what gambling with significant risk is like.

[Alex077]

Gambling model with significant risks is bad in my opinion, we don't have to take such risks to enjoy gambling. Indeed, with significant risks, we can immediately change our financial condition in a day, but it requires a high level of luck. How confident are we in having that level of luck?

Right, people often see high risk as part of the fun. But all it takes is one big win to create that illusion that everything works, when really it’s just randomness -and a risky illusion at that. In reality, it’s just the fastest way to burn your bankroll if you don’t have an edge and discipline.
That’s especially true for parlays - they look super attractive, but mathematically they’re almost always negative. That’s how you end up with this false sense of control and a “near-working system.” That illusion basically replaces real discipline and risk management.
At the end of the day, without discipline and understanding expected value, it all leads to the same result - losing your bankroll.

[Rockstarguy]

My simple and honest answer is this, when it comes to gambling, only take risks you are actually capable of handling. I’m talking of both mentally and financial.
Significant doesn’t mean, you should put pressure on your finances or stress yourself out. If the risk does, then it’s way too much already.

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That is it, that is why every gambler needs to go for risks they can afford to lose. If the risk is more than one can afford, it becomes a problem for them. When the risk is higher, it can trigger one to gamble more and chase losses, and this is why one has to be conscious of their gambling risk because it can be dangerous when there is no threshold for how one goes about gambling.

Risk is one of the most important things that every gambler needs to keep in mind, because when it is not considered, one's gambling history can be a very terrible one.

[sompitonov]

I think everyone should have a clear understanding of the risk they can take. Of course, players often underestimate risk and its control. I believe risk is primarily determined by how the player perceives the game, whether they are impulsive, and how they plan to limit this risk to avoid losing everything too quickly. Furthermore, it's important to understand how much money the player earns to determine what percentage of that they are willing to spend on the game—in my opinion, this is the foundation.

[Inwestour]

That is it, that is why every gambler needs to go for risks they can afford to lose. If the risk is more than one can afford, it becomes a problem for them. When the risk is higher, it can trigger one to gamble more and chase losses, and this is why one has to be conscious of their gambling risk because it can be dangerous when there is no threshold for how one goes about gambling.

Risk is one of the most important things that every gambler needs to keep in mind, because when it is not considered, one's gambling history can be a very terrible one.

A bet is always about the size of the bet that the player is willing to risk. For each person, this level depends on their financial situation. The more you can afford a bet, the more you will risk, but if you treat gambling as entertainment and understand the current risks and your own capabilities, then you will not risk large amounts of money here. Especially if it is entertainment, then these will always be small bets, the loss of which you should not even feel.

[o48o]

I believe that not taking risks is a form of risk in some gambling or investment situations.
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There are few oxymorons in your text. What form of risk is not taking risks? That doesn't make any sense. And "not taking risks" is something that doesn't even exist in gambling. Hint is in the definition of the word gambling.

You obviously can risk less money or bet on better odds, but with better odds comes lower multiplier, and if you want to win something significant, you need to risk a higher bet.

[r_victory]

How can you calculate risk very well? If you are able to do that, then you probable be able to guess every outcome correctly, but such thing will never be possible in gambling.

It's not about being certain of the outcome. A calculated risk is knowing that you can withstand the losses, because there will be many; it's knowing that it's a risk you can take without harming your financial life.

[$weetne$$]

Take significant risk, but also make sure it is calculated so that you have a more likely chance such that if it goes against you, it will be one of the rare  cases where things can go wrong.  It is actually bravery to take certain risk because you may not be ready for the outcome as not all risk are probable to favor you.

[IsraelK]

I once read an interesting book about risk management and wealth creation, and one sentence in it really got me thinking. It said, "The risk has to be significant (otherwise, what's the point)."
In my opinion, if you take risks, you're essentially tempting fate. You're simply delaying the moment of losing your money. Does the risk have to be significant? Significant risk essentially means you're repeatedly putting your capital at risk, and sooner or later, you'll lose your money. Do you have such a significant edge that it allows you to win more often than you lose, even with the odds? I think when people write that it's not just about winning, it means they're gambling for the thrill and excitement.

The shift isn't about betting more; it's about betting smarter,  Bitcoin-betting helps to eliminate the "hidden risks" that traditional books ignore.

[Wakate]

Take significant risk, but also make sure it is calculated so that you have a more likely chance such that if it goes against you, it will be one of the rare  cases where things can go wrong.  It is actually bravery to take certain risk because you may not be ready for the outcome as not all risk are probable to favor you.

Everything you need to do to make money needed risk and it will be off target when you want to make money from gambling and you are not ready to risk your money so that you could make money from gambling.
You have to stake at least some amount of money that is in your bankroll and this will help you to make a lot of money from betting.

[Orpichukwu]

It's not about being certain of the outcome. A calculated risk is knowing that you can withstand the losses, because there will be many; it's knowing that it's a risk you can take without harming your financial life.

Calculating the risk could be seen in different ways. There are those who just look at it from the area of calculating the level to which that decision is risky and how less risky it is, and they make their decisions based on their findings. They risk more than they could bear in such situations, which is not supposed to be so as long as there is a chance of losing money; it should be managed properly, and how much to risk should be reduced based on what throwdown they can take.

[rachael9385]

My simple and honest answer is this, when it comes to gambling, only take risks you are actually capable of handling. I’m talking of both mentally and financial.
Significant doesn’t mean, you should put pressure on your finances or stress yourself out. If the risk does, then it’s way too much already.

This is actually very important and if a lot of gamblers could follow this principle they wouldn't get themselves into precarious situations. A lot of people get depressed and in most cases it results to being suicidal all because they are taking risks that they cannot handle mentally, emotionally and financially.

[ChocolateBitcoinK]

My simple and honest answer is this, when it comes to gambling, only take risks you are actually capable of handling. I’m talking of both mentally and financial.
Significant doesn’t mean, you should put pressure on your finances or stress yourself out. If the risk does, then it’s way too much already.

This is actually very important and if a lot of gamblers could follow this principle they wouldn't get themselves into precarious situations. A lot of people get depressed and in most cases it results to being suicidal all because they are taking risks that they cannot handle mentally, emotionally and financially.

Uncontrolled risk-taking in gambling is not limited to financial losses, but it can lead to destruction in all aspects of your life, family, mental, all aspects, which can lead a person to deep depression and loss of mental balance. By playing repeatedly in the hope of big wins and making up for losses, they get stuck in a cycle from which it becomes difficult to get out. In such a situation, they need professional advice, if they do not want to get out of it, then they will be deeply stuck in it, due to which they will no longer be able to be normal.

[Cgrexp]

That book is obviously innocent, there is no where in that book that says gambling is the right place to risk it all on, and I don't have alot to

I can bet this is true, the book was not making reference to gambling but definitely to something that is more consistent in terms of generating profits, most of the wealthy people that has written books of same journey, I have not read anyone that said they made success through gambling and that it was as a result of how they took significant risks. It's usually investment on something less volatile.

The results of gambling are uncertain and it is not possible to win in the long run. Gambling can mainly cause a person to lose money, and at the same time, if he becomes addicted, it can have a major negative impact on his life, which is why such games are not shown as a path to success. Those who are rich have never succeeded through gambling, but have succeeded through their own hard work, knowledge and skills. Before investing anywhere, rich people think about whether it will be suitable or profitable for them. At the same time, they take risks as much as they can afford to lose financially. However, many do not hesitate to invest in risky places just in the hope of profit. Gambling is uncontrolled and uncertain. so it is foolish to expect success by gambling. It is true that success does not come without taking risks in life. but that risk should be planned and correct. Risk should not be taken on any asset that is uncertain. Risk is basically one of two types: blind risk taking and planned risk. And it depends on these two whether a person will succeed or lose.

[icebar]

My simple and honest answer is this, when it comes to gambling, only take risks you are actually capable of handling. I’m talking of both mentally and financial.

If the risk is taken after proper consideration, especially considering one's financial and mental condition, then it is truly worth taking the risk. There are some of us who want to take the risk but do not have the capacity, and there are some of us who have the capacity but are not interested in taking the risk. In my opinion, if the risk is within one's ability, then it is better to take that risk. When the gambler does not have the financial ability taking the risk is worthless. Taking a risk, one should also carefully consider whether taking that risk is reasonable in the circumstances. If it is positive from all aspects, then it is better to take the risk.