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legendary
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December 27, 2023, 11:41:18 AM
#62
Well, no, I agree that there is not.

What happens is that gambling has an emotional component in that while you are losing you are looking for the rush that winning gives you and if you get it when you are on tilt you feel twice as excited. Gambling should be played as rationally as possible but we know that is not the case, and it is mainly the emotional ups and downs that get people hooked.
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December 27, 2023, 11:30:09 AM
#61
Over the time, I’ve seen several post, by users here who, claim that gambling is strictly for fun, even when one is making losses and I’ve paused to ask this question “Is there actually any fun in gambling especially when the losses are more than the winnings?”
Let’s be frank, there are several other things one can do for fun aside gambling and I understand that life it’s own is a risk but seeing claims that people see gambling as fun even when making losses is weird and I think it’s worth discussion as to know if truly people gamble strictly for fun without minding if they’re losing or winning

Maybe it's fun when you gamble with a very tiny amount which does not affect you in case you lose it. But if you take it as a profession or something for getting a nice return or something you depend on, this will not remain fun anymore.

So yeah if you play with funds you afford to lose, if you can control your gambling, if you are not addicted to gambling, you could have some fun even during the loss. Smiley
hero member
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December 27, 2023, 11:24:32 AM
#60
There are two classes of financial status for people, the rich and the poor. The rich therefore may gamble for fun but not always but I don't think the poor gamble for fun. Overall, gambling is not for fun for the word of it strictly. If you are losing in a bet then you get angry so where has the fun gone to?

Many people have lost their lives because they took a gambling risk that didn't favour them and they took their lives. Some have cried and regretted their gambling action because they lost,  where is the fun?

If you have included money in your game, you are leaving the intent of the fun that was embedded in the game and now gambling on it, so strictly speaking, the taste of fun is out when you are losing but if you are winning you may have adrenaline push as having fun.
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December 27, 2023, 11:20:35 AM
#59
I think there is no fun in winning unless you are just doing it for fun once like with little budget. For some, the thrill of a small, occasional win with a modest budget might enhance the experience, especially if the primary goal is entertainment. But it's important to approach gambling with caution and be mindful of the potential risks associated with it, even when the stakes are lower.
hero member
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December 27, 2023, 11:20:25 AM
#58
Over the time, I’ve seen several post, by users here who, claim that gambling is strictly for fun, even when one is making losses and I’ve paused to ask this question “Is there actually any fun in gambling especially when the losses are more than the winnings?”
Let’s be frank, there are several other things one can do for fun aside gambling and I understand that life it’s own is a risk but seeing claims that people see gambling as fun even when making losses is weird and I think it’s worth discussion as to know if truly people gamble strictly for fun without minding if they’re losing or winning
I remember that I also stated that whether you win or lose the fun is the main goal, this may sound strange because losing usually causes frustration or depression which can state that the fun is not in the losing situation, it can be said that it is true if you gamble for money or victory, this will certainly provide mental pressure when you lose which sometimes triggers your emotions.

Some of what I can say is that the process of gambling makes me feel much more happy especially if it is with friends, it will be much more fun when we don't care about winning and losing, togetherness and laughter make it more valuable.
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December 27, 2023, 11:11:40 AM
#57
I think there is a reason why each of us decides to gamble whenever we feel like it. Therefore, if any of us walks into a gambling shop expecting to win money or just have fun, he will respond in accordance with his expectations no matter what happens.

When a person visits a gambling shop with the intention of making money for himself, he or she will not find gambling fun if they lose. However, when a person gambles for fun alone, they won't feel guilty about their losses because they will only bet with money they can afford to lose.
legendary
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December 27, 2023, 10:59:31 AM
#56
Over the time, I’ve seen several post, by users here who, claim that gambling is strictly for fun, even when one is making losses and I’ve paused to ask this question “Is there actually any fun in gambling especially when the losses are more than the winnings?”
Let’s be frank, there are several other things one can do for fun aside gambling and I understand that life it’s own is a risk but seeing claims that people see gambling as fun even when making losses is weird and I think it’s worth discussion as to know if truly people gamble strictly for fun without minding if they’re losing or winning

Without losing there would be no risk involved, and therefore no adrenaline rush (which is the thing that gamblers are really after, even if they do not know it themselves). And having that tiny chance of winning makes the victory taste even better.

But really, its all about that adrenaline kick, which is why people do risky things such as gambling or bungee jumping or parachuting. Why else would a human being with a healthy mind do such things?

If you gamble with tiny amounts of money and limit your daily gambling spending to a certain, negligible amount, then you will feel the same rush. That is how you gamble for fun. There is no point in betting large amounts of money.

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December 27, 2023, 10:54:34 AM
#55
Probably there's fun but I don't think I'll ever find one because I usually gamble alone and there's no one with me to share the joys and sorrows of gambling so I'm not that sure that I can find one when I'm gambling. Maybe when I try playing in physical casinos, maybe there I might find some fun in losing. There's really no fun to me when losing, it's kind of like playing in a sports and you're on the losing team, you really can't be laughing or having fun aren't you?
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December 27, 2023, 10:46:38 AM
#54
While gambling one will not feel the pressure in the beginning because even if he loses he will think that he will win by re-betting thus he will start feeling the pressure when it is all over while playing for fun. Then there will be no use regretting that one has lost and the other has won. Now the winner will gamble again out of greed and the loser will gamble again out of grief for the lost money. The grief of money is a great grief so even though he loses a lot, he is addicted to gambling again today he thinks he will win. But he doesn't win anymore. This is why you should understand that you should not bet beyond your ability to have time. Do not attempt to recover lost money which has become a loss because there is almost no chance of recovering the money lost in gambling then it is no longer fun and turns into frustration.
legendary
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December 27, 2023, 10:43:09 AM
#53
We were talking about something similar in a different thread in this same subsection of the forum, and I agreed that some people have fun even when they lose in gambling, or better said, without the grief of losing one wouldn't enjoy winning at the same degree.

On the other hand, there are also masochists not only in the sexual field but in others too; I have sometimes thought about it: people who take too much drug, who are always looking for reasons to be angry or sad, who consume too much of anything... in the end it seems like they enjoyed that pain, as if they were motivated by some kind of seductive death drive.
hero member
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December 27, 2023, 10:26:31 AM
#52
I understand that life it’s own is a risk but seeing claims that people see gambling as fun even when making losses is weird and I think it’s worth discussion as to know if truly people gamble strictly for fun without minding if they’re losing or winning
That people make loses while gambling, do not eradicate the fun part in it as a whole, because the fun which gambling offers is a fun which comes with a reward and not just a mere fun, which I'm sure if it was a mere fun, everybody would have given up in it. Which is why when people keep having a series of losses, they keep gambling with the mindset they will someday win huge to recover all their previous expensive.  
However, the truth of the fact is that inasmuch as gambling exist, there will always be a winner and a loser, which could be either the gambler or the casino house, since in every game, one must lose for the other to win. But in a scenario whereby the user has a history of losses, and yet still gambling, maybe he is gambling on an amount he/she can afford to lose, while hoping to get lucky some day
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December 27, 2023, 10:03:57 AM
#51
Over the time, I’ve seen several post, by users here who, claim that gambling is strictly for fun, even when one is making losses and I’ve paused to ask this question “Is there actually any fun in gambling especially when the losses are more than the winnings?”
Let’s be frank, there are several other things one can do for fun aside gambling and I understand that life it’s own is a risk but seeing claims that people see gambling as fun even when making losses is weird and I think it’s worth discussion as to know if truly people gamble strictly for fun without minding if they’re losing or winning
Nobody gambles to lose because we don't want to waste even a cent. I don't know about other gamblers, the reason I gamble is for fun but this doesn't erase my intention to make some money. Yesterday we played a friendly football match in my area and I was happy that we won the game. Although our main intention for playing was just for fun, I would have been disappointed if we lost. I think this can also be applied to my gambling activities. My main focus is to have fun but I will not celebrate my losses because I am expecting to win. But it is worth noting that even if I lose or win, I am entertained by gambling. This is why it is important that you only gamble with your spare cash. Simply put, I gamble with money that I would have spent on cigarettes, movies or alcohol.
legendary
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December 27, 2023, 09:53:04 AM
#50
Even when you lose, gambling is entertaining! Winning isn't the only thrill; play, risk, and adrenaline are. Gambling is a battle of wits and luck, not merely throwing chips on a table. Strategize, be patient, and occasionally just enjoy the unpredictability. Losing can hurt, but for many, it's just part of the fun. The journey, highs, lows, and storytelling of each game are more important than the financial outcome. Authentic gamblers know this. They're there for the experience, friendship, and exciting environment, not the winnings. Escapism, a leap into uncertainty and excitement. Fun gambling is that

There are better forms of fun. Who's to judge? Each everyone has their own fun. What excites one may bore another. Gambling is unusual in its combination of social contact, mental challenge, and risk. Not only the money, but the experience, memories, and stories. It's invaluable to many. Gamble for enjoyment, regardless of results. Journeys often outweigh destinations, and they can be very enjoyable
sr. member
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December 27, 2023, 09:10:08 AM
#49
Over the time, I’ve seen several post, by users here who, claim that gambling is strictly for fun, even when one is making losses and I’ve paused to ask this question “Is there actually any fun in gambling especially when the losses are more than the winnings?”
Let’s be frank, there are several other things one can do for fun aside gambling and I understand that life it’s own is a risk but seeing claims that people see gambling as fun even when making losses is weird and I think it’s worth discussion as to know if truly people gamble strictly for fun without minding if they’re losing or winning
It wasn't fun anymore if we kept losing and it was a common reaction because we already thing that every bet we made always win.
FUN doesn't just literally mean that we are happy when losing, it just means that we don't regret it if ever it happens to us because in our mind win or lose, we'd still enjoy the time gambling. But if your goal of why you are betting/gambling heavily is meanly to hit the jackpot and become rich, even if you win, you'd still never feel happiness.
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December 27, 2023, 09:08:23 AM
#48
Over the time, I’ve seen several post, by users here who, claim that gambling is strictly for fun, even when one is making losses and I’ve paused to ask this question “Is there actually any fun in gambling especially when the losses are more than the winnings?”
Let’s be frank, there are several other things one can do for fun aside gambling and I understand that life it’s own is a risk but seeing claims that people see gambling as fun even when making losses is weird and I think it’s worth discussion as to know if truly people gamble strictly for fun without minding if they’re losing or winning

It is an experience and not bound by surrounding prejudices. Personally, I find gambling fun but it is only a small part of life. It does not mean spending most of my time just playing chess silver. Many people do the same, and many others do not achieve that state. Initially, the personal perspective that it is possible to win/lose through betting is only a small perspective in the entire field of gambling, I can mention the example of offline casinos where I go there to feel the vibrant atmosphere and that brings joy.

Maybe everyone has their own way of feeling about this field and joy is not the same. What we are talking about is an unclear generality, but it is really what everyone is looking for. It's not an excuse for uncontrollable behavior, going back is still responsible behavior for what you create.
hero member
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December 27, 2023, 08:59:50 AM
#47
As long as they can accept the results of gambling and do not experience stress or frustration due to their losses, they will not feel anything. The pleasure they get from gambling is when they feel comfortable playing gambling. Even if they lose, they will say it's okay because losing is normal in gambling. Next time, I will get lucky and win some money. If they can get pleasure from enjoying their time gambling, they don't even feel that the loss they experience is something to regret and that's because they gamble with the money they can afford. By gambling with the money you can afford, you realize that you can't expect anything from gambling and realize that the money you lost is truly lost and difficult to get back. You must remember not to use money that will be used for your benefit but rather free money that is not used for anything. Think of it as money that can be lost at any time.
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December 27, 2023, 08:56:47 AM
#46
Loosing money? is no fun mate. in fact, it's the worse feeling a gambler can ever have, it's true gambling is a fun activity but, Lossing only make that fun go away. Just imagine you having a 10 strike win and then suddenly you just experience one loss, that feeling would just kill the fun. However loosing in gambling is the basic reason why most persons turn to irresponsible gamblers. The zeel to come back wining after experiencing some loss would get you addicted and then become irresponsible gambler if you don't have self control.
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December 27, 2023, 08:31:44 AM
#45
Over the time, I’ve seen several post, by users here who, claim that gambling is strictly for fun, even when one is making losses and I’ve paused to ask this question “Is there actually any fun in gambling especially when the losses are more than the winnings?”
Let’s be frank, there are several other things one can do for fun aside gambling and I understand that life it’s own is a risk but seeing claims that people see gambling as fun even when making losses is weird and I think it’s worth discussion as to know if truly people gamble strictly for fun without minding if they’re losing or winning

I don't think anybody will say losing money is fun in any way, whether in gambling or in other ways. What makes gambling fun is that when you are losing, someone else is also winning. Even if winning is not on the same level as losing, the winning should just keep happening, even once in a while. and it is still possible to keep losing in gambling, which can still be fun, like when someone uses a very low amount that means nothing to him or her. Like me now, I have been gambling since the beginning of the season. I have not had any wins, and I am keeping betting every day despite losing every day. I see it as fun because I am not betting a with reasonable amount. 
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December 27, 2023, 08:16:44 AM
#44
Nobody likes losing in whatever they do and like wise in gambling as well I don’t really know for others but as for me I gamble for the money not for fun as others claim. I gamble responsibly even though my purpose is to win i don’t let the mindset of winning always get the best of me and i am not addicted to gambling. There is no fun in losing and when i lose i get frustrated and always want to correct any mistake i made while gambling.
legendary
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December 27, 2023, 08:14:37 AM
#43
It can't be fun while you lose your money but it can be fun when you lose on a stupid mistake or something funny that happened during that game. Per example ,  I had Sheffield to win and they were down 1-0 , then managed to comeback and had a 2-1 and I was already happy but also in doubt and after all this , they managed to score 2 own goals in a couple of minutes and lost 3-2. So yea , this is an example of funny betting in my opinion as I can't be mad on a clown fiesta game ...because let's be honest , how many times you bet on a game and that team scores 2 own goals ? I mean ...it was funnier per moment but after that , pure clown fiesta game.
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