Good article OP. This needs to be pinned on the gambling section lol
Don't go to the ATM. If you don't have the self control to not do that, then leave your bank cards at home. Go out gambling with a set amount of hard cash - if you run out of cash, and have no bank cards on you, then you have no option but to go home.
That is the best thing one can do. But if your self-control really gets out of control, I have been in situations where you borrow money from friends who are with you for the entertainment.
Wow it was a good read. I liked the emotions in the story. You really want the author to succeed as he's so miserable the whole time.
I have to say that I would've given up after the blackjack part. Maybe he should quit BJ for good and play roulette. He seems to be doing much better there.
Morale of the story? Don't drink and bet! I hope he remembered to wipe the phone before he threw it into that kiosk.
Alcohol and betting go hand in hand. If you're a big-time high roller, you get free alcohol and other drugs while you gamble. This is not just in the movies but also in real life.