Why Do People Gamble?
Just note that the question in the title is in the category of rhetorical ones. It does not have a definite answer which would suit everyone. We will make little attempt to philosophize on the subject.
Only people with mental problems or living in the lap of luxury go to casinos just for fun and initially do not expect to win. Most people are unhappy after losing.
In other words, visiting casinos initially involves playing for financial gain.
Professional Gambling
However, some visit casinos not for entertainment purposes. For them, it is a craft, activity, or work - call it whatever you like. Many customers suffered at the poker table or blackjack but played daily.
They could be called gamblers, but they do not look like addicts.
- They always had a plan and did not retreat a single step.
- Their every action was left to chance.
- They made decisions on the game mechanically, almost without thinking, betting on the developed scheme and going on schedule or when the limit was reached (financial or time).
In short, they were professional players who exhausted their employment. There was no pleasure in the process. Even big wins cheered them up for a few minutes, and losses rarely upset them. Losing the cash in hand, they left casinos talking about the plan of further action. After losing, they wearily walked to dinner.
Gambling for Fun
On the other hand, every casino employee can recall clients who desperately had fun while playing. They drink, cuddle with friends, make illogical and unnecessarily risky decisions, and generously give tips. It would seem that people were going out as they saw fit. Why do you not follow their example?
But believe me, they will not act like that for a long time. This style of play will inevitably lead to regular financial losses. It will quickly become boring even to the richest people. Nobody likes to lose money and feel like a failure.
Often the best clients became petty, peevish, greedy, and shameless. When you watch them, it's hard to believe that these people were recently the best clients at all casinos. They started swearing and acting rudely, trying to cheat on the little things, and required special attention. Well, constant defeats can ruin the most pleasant person.
Gambling as Madness
On the other hand, every casino employee can recall customers who joyfully indulge in the game. They drink, embrace their companions, make illogical and unreasonably risky decisions, and generously scatter tips. It seems like people are enjoying themselves as they see fit. Why not follow their example?
But believe me, it doesn't last long. Such a style of play inevitably leads to regular financial losses.
Even the wealthiest individuals quickly grow tired of it. Nobody likes losing money and feeling like a failure.
Often, the best customers quickly become petty, grumpy, greedy, and ruthless. Watching them, it's hard to believe that these people were recently the darlings of the entire casino. They start being rude and quarrelsome, try to cheat in petty ways, and demand special attention. Consistent losses can spoil even the most pleasant person.
How Should You Gamble?
It turns out that a game result depends on hard work and fun. Without thinking about the result guarantees a crash. Does this mean that regular visits to the casino certainly end with disappointment?
Fortunately, no. We discussed extremes, but the world is not black and white. Playing in a casino can not be pleasant without wins, but you must be ready to lose. Take loss for granted, but if they occur too often, consider your actions correct.
Even if you love playing a lot, it does not mean you must become a professional player. It is possible that, in this case, your love turns to hate, and the casino will be hell for you. You can also achieve good results while having fun.
- Avoid common mistakes of casino customers.
- Choose exciting games with a not-too-high house edge.
- Learn how to play correctly and not rely on intuition, where the math reigns.
- Keep statistics of your games to monitor achievements.
Remember that excitement should be intelligent. Only then the casino games will be fun for you.
