Responsible Gambling – My Perspective
My Position
As a bettor with 6 years of experience, I’m well aware of both the allure and risks of gambling. I created this blog to share experiences, but I always maintain one principle: gambling should be entertainment, never your source of income.
My Personal Journey
To be honest, I’ve had moments of impulsive betting and the urge to “win back” losses. These experiences taught me the importance of setting rules and maintaining boundaries.
My Gambling Rules
These are rules I strictly follow personally, and I recommend you consider them:
Money Management
- Fixed Budget: Maximum 5% of monthly income for betting
- Single Bet Limit: No more than 10% of total budget per bet
- Stop-Loss Point: Stop when reaching predetermined loss
- Profit Protection: Immediately withdraw 50% of winnings
Time Control
- No betting sessions longer than 2 hours
- At least 2 days per week with no betting
- Never bet when emotionally distressed
- No decisions while intoxicated or tired
Warning Signs
If you experience any of these, please stop immediately and seek help:
- Borrowing money or using credit cards to bet
- Lying about your betting
- Neglecting work, studies, or family
- Trying to “win back” losses with bigger bets
- Unable to control betting urges
- Betting affecting your sleep or appetite
Getting Help
If you think you might have a problem, these resources can help:
International Helplines
- USA: 1-800-522-4700
- UK: 0808 8020 133
- Australia: 1800 858 858
Online Resources
Advice for Family and Friends
If you’re concerned about someone:
- Don’t blame or criticize
- Express your concern and support
- Encourage them to seek professional help
- Consider joining support groups
My Commitment
In my blog, I commit to:
- Never encouraging excessive betting
- Always emphasizing risks
- Sharing practical risk management strategies
- Supporting readers in difficulty
- Regularly reminding about responsible gambling
Contact Me
If you need someone to listen, or want to share your story, my inbox is always open: [email protected]
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not failure.