As long as we stick to our limitations, gambling is not a bad thing to do. But when it comes to the moment that we are spending more time and money, that was a sign that we are close to addiction. Addiction was not enjoyable anymore, we can never feel happiness if we win but what is on our minds is to win more - greediness had come. And the more we chase to win, the opposite things happen and we lose more. It is really all about proper budgeting which most gamblers fail to follow.
We agree with what you say, but basically everything we do is of our own free will. gambling, can be fun entertainment and at the same time we can make it part of relaxation. but on the contrary, as you said, when we have become addicted to gambling it is no longer fun as entertainment.
That's why, it's very important if we have an understanding and definition of gambling for ourselves. in order for us to avoid things that are addictive, we must have self-control. that's why, we have to realize that all our actions are on our will and awareness. which means, we must control ourselves and involve full awareness in each of our actions, especially those related to gambling. this idea, should be applied by gamblers. Unfortunately, in practice we tend to be powerless to resist our high desires and emotional desires. let's connect with the theme of the title of this thread, that this idea we can combine with carefully played gambling.