This happening is still on my mind. One evening, I decided to visit a casino with some friends. Feeling lucky, I sat down at the blackjack table and bet more money than I should have. Initially, I won a few hands and felt on top of the world. But my luck quickly turned, and I lost nearly everything I had. I regret not setting a limit and letting my emotions dictate my decisions that night. It was a costly lesson in responsible gambling that I'll never forget.
I’ve had very few that I regret. I only gamble with money I can afford to lose and I’m pretty conservative when I do as far as the bets I make. The only one that I can really remember that I regret was a few years ago with a friend. He drives a truck for a living and hates to drive or ride so when he goes somewhere he wants to stay a while.
One night while we were at the casino I was down about $1000 and got down to literally my last $10 in chips. I threw the $10 down on the table and the next shooter (craps) had an incredible roll, about 30 or 40 minutes and hit a bunch of points and numbers. I was $30 or $40 ahead at one point but my friend wouldn’t leave. I stood there and gave back my entire $1000.
It’s not his fault, that’s just what happened. That was many years ago and since I have learned to set win loss limits and to actually stop when I reach them. When I go with him now and he doesn’t want to leave and I get done gambling, I’ll hang out at the bar and play penny slots or go eat.
The gambling experience I regret the most is a very valuable one. I didn't gamble for 6 months when I first moved here as I was afraid I'd become addicted. 99% of the time I went out with my best friend. On this particular night she didn't go with me. Back then in the 1980's an $800 paycheck was a big deal. I went to Casino and lost. I tried a couple more times and lost. Rather than just go home, I literally chased my paycheck. Imagine on Friday, you have $800 then on Saturday morning you have $25.00- It is the biggest regret I have when I say I am only going to play this much and I don't, I play more and have had the negative outcome of not winning. So, it is the regret of losing my hard earned money
Reflecting on our past experiences can provide valuable insights and lessons. In the realm of gambling, there are often moments that stand out, both positive and negative. Can you share a bit about a gambling experience that you regret the most? What happened, and what did you learn from it?
I recall a regrettable gambling experience when I let my emotions drive my decisions. I was on a winning streak but didn't quit while ahead. Instead, I continued to wager impulsively, leading to significant losses that I deeply regret. This incident taught me the importance of discipline and sticking to a predetermined strategy.
You're absolutely right; looking back at our gambling experiences can be quite an eye-opener. One memory that still makes me wince was when I ignored my own budget limits. I had a rough losing streak, and instead of stepping away, I kept thinking I could turn it all around. It didn't end well, and I lost even more.
What I took away from that experience is the importance of self-discipline. It's crucial to set strict limits and stick to them, especially when the going gets tough. Emotions can really mess with your decision-making in gambling. So, it taught me the value of keeping a clear head and a budget in check, regardless of the outcomes. Lessons learned the hard way, right?