In order to keep your engagement in gambling activities as a fun activity, you should be able to control how much time and money you spend for this activity. A player who gambles safely, perceives gambling as a form of entertainment, does not bet more than he can lose and fully understands how gambling works.
Here you can find certain strategies and tips for safer gambling.
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Do not perceive gambling as a way to "make money". In the end, you will probably end up losing more money than you gain. Think of gambling simply as a form of entertainment.
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Bet only with money you can spend from your monthly budget and not more.
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Set money and time limits and stick to them.
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Do not try to bet in order to get back the money you lost by gambling. If you keep playing, chances are against you and you will probably have larger losses.
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Do not gamble when you are upset or sad. Your psychological condition affects the way you bet. Make sure you are in a good psychological condition when engaging in gambling activities.
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Balance the time you spend on gambling with other activities and pastimes.
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Do not carry more money than you can spend (depending on the limit of the amount that you have set) and leave your credit cards at home when gambling.
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Do not consume alcohol and do not use other substances, especially when gambling, as it may affect your judgment and your ability to perceive a situation.