How to control excitement and not lose money
Excitement is a natural component of any money game. It stimulates, arouses interest, but in the absence of control can lead to serious financial and psychological consequences. Here are the specific methods that keep control of the game:
Set a strict weekly and monthly deposit limit. Do not exceed it under any circumstances.
Use bank cards with limits or virtual wallets with a limited balance.
Keep the bulk of your funds in an account that is not available for instant transfers.
2. Time frame - limit the duration of the game
Determine the maximum time per game per day or week.
Use timers or applications that disable access to the site after a set time.
Take breaks every 30-60 minutes, even in sessions without losing.
3. Play with a cold head
Do not play under stress, fatigue, alcohol or drugs.
Avoid playing for the sake of winning back - this is a direct path to losses.
Do not perceive the slot as a source of income. This is entertainment, not a way to make money.
4. Control emotions
Irritation, euphoria or anger - signals to end the session.
Start a game diary: write down the time, amount of bets, winnings and emotions after the session.
5. Use self-limiting features
Almost all licensed casinos have the ability to:
6. Define stop-play rules
Always exit the game:
7. Don't borrow money for bets
The debt game is a worrying indicator of loss of control.
This always leads to an accumulation of problems: financial, legal and psychological.
8. Ask for help at the first sign of dependency
If you notice:
- 1. Financial Constraints - Priority # 1
Set a strict weekly and monthly deposit limit. Do not exceed it under any circumstances.
Use bank cards with limits or virtual wallets with a limited balance.
Keep the bulk of your funds in an account that is not available for instant transfers.
2. Time frame - limit the duration of the game
Determine the maximum time per game per day or week.
Use timers or applications that disable access to the site after a set time.
Take breaks every 30-60 minutes, even in sessions without losing.
3. Play with a cold head
Do not play under stress, fatigue, alcohol or drugs.
Avoid playing for the sake of winning back - this is a direct path to losses.
Do not perceive the slot as a source of income. This is entertainment, not a way to make money.
4. Control emotions
Irritation, euphoria or anger - signals to end the session.
Start a game diary: write down the time, amount of bets, winnings and emotions after the session.
5. Use self-limiting features
Almost all licensed casinos have the ability to:
- set a limit on deposits and losses;
- restrict access to the account for a certain period (timeout);
- completely self-exclusion from the game (self-exclusion);
- These measures can be activated in your personal account or through support.
6. Define stop-play rules
Always exit the game:
- upon reaching a certain loss;
- double the gain from the initial balance;
- with a strong emotional surge - in any direction.
7. Don't borrow money for bets
The debt game is a worrying indicator of loss of control.
This always leads to an accumulation of problems: financial, legal and psychological.
8. Ask for help at the first sign of dependency
If you notice:
- thoughts about play interfere with daily life;
- you spend more than you intended;
- you hide the game from loved ones;
- you try to win back at any cost - contact the professionals:
- Gambler's Help (Australia)
- Gambling Therapy (international)
- Lifeline Australia (psychological help)
- how much is spent, how much is won, how much time is gone.
- If the numbers worry you - take action before the real problems begin.
9. Don't play alone - discuss with friends
People who discuss their gaming habits with friends are less likely to become addicted.
Share impressions, statistics, analyze behavior - this helps to look at the situation from the outside.
10. Keep transparency in front of you
Make a monthly revision of the game:
Controlling excitement is not a prohibition, but a skill. It allows you to play consciously, in pleasure, without guilt and addiction. Managing bankroll, time and emotion are the three whales of safe play.
