share your experience on the last gambling break you took.

[Dr.Bitcoin_Strange]

When was the last time you stopped gambling for a while? That is, you took a gambling break?

Mine was during the holiday season, which is Christmas and New Year, we are busy during this time and we have a small business during this holiday season that gambling is out of my mind I can hardly get rest during these times

Yeah there are times activities can make you go several days without even thinking about gambling, well this could be a pretty good sign that you're a responsible gambler and you can actually go on without gambling.
Because there are gamblers that can't go even a day or two without gambling, no matter how busy their day or schedule is they'll always make out time to gamble just to satisfy that gambling urge, they could even forfeit doing some important things just to make sure they gamble. That's a very wrong way to approach gambling, indeed gambling can be fun and thrilling sometimes but that doesn't mean that it should be getting between you and your activities or daily routines.
Whenever a person realizes that this is how they're approaching gambling, then that's a pretty good cue that they're gradually developing a gambling problem, and a sign that you need to take a break before things get out of hand.

[SmartGold01]

I don't usually take gambling break rather I do have plans for my gambling meaning I don't gambling continually or regularly it's like monthly sometimes when I found games that looks too real to give me winning I don't mind placing bet on them or when I got some useful information about club sides or team maybe like having a new sign-in player or who was formally bought from other club to a more better club even though my monthly allocation is exhausted and I noticed there is possible winning I don't mind deep hand into my reserved funds to bet just single.

Taking of breaks I believe is for people who begins to discover that their gambling habits are gradually becoming more frequent than usual, starts becoming abnormal and more about the profits rather than the fun and the thrill of the game, which is infact one of the best ways to handle such situations, taking a break frok gambling and probably diversifying your attention to some other activity that has less chances of addiction.

You're absolutely right, for people who do not gamble more frequently and have total control over their gambling life, taking a break from gambling would have no effect for/on them.

I don't think it's a wise idea to dip your hand into your reserve to gamble, rather using your reserve or float funds, I think it'll be a lot more preferable to use a part of your disposable funds.

You are right though not a wise idea and not advisable especially to those who are easily out of their control and could turned to a habit of regularly dipping hand to touch their spare cash. I said this based on the regularity of the game, like how trusted the match outcome could be before doing that and is not supported in any way.

[Dr.Bitcoin_Strange]

You are right though not a wise idea and not advisable especially to those who are easily out of their control and could turned to a habit of regularly dipping hand to touch their spare cash. I said this based on the regularity of the game, like how trusted the match outcome could be before doing that and is not supported in any way.

Yes when a person starts normalizing the habit of dipping their hands into their reserve funds, it automatically becomes a habit.
Reserved funds are meant to help people to achieve some sort of financial stability, flexibility and security, which gives them the ability to be able to navigating some uncertainties and capitalize on opportunities, as well as to take care og one's immediate needs and other living expenses, and gambling is definitely not one of those uncertainties or living expenses.
Gambling is merely just for recreation and fun, which can actually wait till the next paycheck comes or till the next income arrives.

[Igebotz]

You are right though not a wise idea and not advisable especially to those who are easily out of their control and could turned to a habit of regularly dipping hand to touch their spare cash. I said this based on the regularity of the game, like how trusted the match outcome could be before doing that and is not supported in any way.

Reserved funds are meant to help people to achieve some sort of financial stability, flexibility and security, which gives them the ability to be able to navigating some uncertainties and capitalize on opportunities, as well as to take care og one's immediate needs and other living expenses, and gambling is definitely not one of those uncertainties or living expenses.
Gambling is merely just for recreation and fun, which can actually wait till the next paycheck comes or till the next income arrives.

If we believe that gambling is for entertainment and thus capable of bringing happiness, why do we also claim that it is not a part of our daily expenses? In my opinion, the reason for settling our expenses is so that we can live comfortably, and if gambling can add to our life span because anything that brings happiness can increase life span, why do not you classify it as living expenses? We must recognize that some of the bills we pay yield no returns, and that if gambling is done for pleasure, it is rewarding because nothing should be equated with an activity that produces happiness. 

[LUCKMCFLY]

Mine was during the holiday season, which is Christmas and New Year, we are busy during this time and we have a small business during this holiday season that gambling is out of my mind I can hardly get rest during these times

Thinking about it, it's a great time to decide to rest, for me it's spectacular, because it's a time to enjoy as a family, to be relaxed and so that activities can happen in a very Harmonious way where it's a Period of peace and sharing, that Includes going out, vacationing, going to beaches, walking, sightseeing and being able to have the opportunity to do something to spend a time different from the year or the effort of the year, however the activity of the game is not bad if you go out there to be able to spend a different time with the Family.

[0t3p0t]

When was the last time you stopped gambling for a while? That is, you took a gambling break?

What was your experience like, and what activities did you use as a replacement for gambling?

I think the last time I gamble was after pandemic when online casino was on trend here in my country I became an agent and I play with it then the other one was lottery but I stopped placing bets when there was controversies erupted on the senate about it. I lost successively on that both casino and lottery and I think after that happened I transitioned to my hobbies to ease the pain. I keep myself busy on things that makes me productive and profitable and served it as a replacement to my gambling activities.

[Sim_card]

The last time that I took a gambling break was when I almost got addicted and realized it by a friend. He encouraged me to stop gambling for a while in order for me to be able to control the way I spend funds on gambling. I was able to control it by playing video games and also hanging out with this same friend of mine where we play several games together and gist about life itself from past experiences.

[SmartGold01]

You are right though not a wise idea and not advisable especially to those who are easily out of their control and could turned to a habit of regularly dipping hand to touch their spare cash. I said this based on the regularity of the game, like how trusted the match outcome could be before doing that and is not supported in any way.

Reserved funds are meant to help people to achieve some sort of financial stability, flexibility and security, which gives them the ability to be able to navigating some uncertainties and capitalize on opportunities, as well as to take care og one's immediate needs and other living expenses, and gambling is definitely not one of those uncertainties or living expenses.
Gambling is merely just for recreation and fun, which can actually wait till the next paycheck comes or till the next income arrives.

If we believe that gambling is for entertainment and thus capable of bringing happiness, why do we also claim that it is not a part of our daily expenses? In my opinion, the reason for settling our expenses is so that we can live comfortably, and if gambling can add to our life span because anything that brings happiness can increase life span, why do not you classify it as living expenses? We must recognize that some of the bills we pay yield no returns, and that if gambling is done for pleasure, it is rewarding because nothing should be equated with an activity that produces happiness.

It's disastrous because when it is being excessively and can no longer control your emotion to us gambling then it turns to problem whereby if not carefully handle one became addicted to it so, hence one must not be carried by the happiness driven from gambling or even bet excessively otherwise could lead to addiction and regret, the happiness is only for a meantime without lasting  towards the day and derive pleasure from gaming or gambling.

[Igebotz]

You are right though not a wise idea and not advisable especially to those who are easily out of their control and could turned to a habit of regularly dipping hand to touch their spare cash. I said this based on the regularity of the game, like how trusted the match outcome could be before doing that and is not supported in any way.

Reserved funds are meant to help people to achieve some sort of financial stability, flexibility and security, which gives them the ability to be able to navigating some uncertainties and capitalize on opportunities, as well as to take care og one's immediate needs and other living expenses, and gambling is definitely not one of those uncertainties or living expenses.
Gambling is merely just for recreation and fun, which can actually wait till the next paycheck comes or till the next income arrives.

If we believe that gambling is for entertainment and thus capable of bringing happiness, why do we also claim that it is not a part of our daily expenses? In my opinion, the reason for settling our expenses is so that we can live comfortably, and if gambling can add to our life span because anything that brings happiness can increase life span, why do not you classify it as living expenses? We must recognize that some of the bills we pay yield no returns, and that if gambling is done for pleasure, it is rewarding because nothing should be equated with an activity that produces happiness.

It's disastrous because when it is being excessively and can no longer control your emotion to us gambling then it turns to problem whereby if not carefully handle one became addicted to it so, hence one must not be carried by the happiness driven from gambling or even bet excessively otherwise could lead to addiction and regret, the happiness is only for a meantime without lasting  towards the day and derive pleasure from gaming or gambling.

The solution is setting a budget. When a gambler gambles within a time and financial limit, he is unlikely to become addicted because he is gambling for a good reason, which is to have fun, and he has set time and financial limits. I believe this is the true definition of "betting responsibly".

When a gambler gambles for fun but has no limit on how long he can gamble, he can easily be carried away by the euphoria of gambling and become addicted, as you correctly point out.

[Dr.Bitcoin_Strange]

If we believe that gambling is for entertainment and thus capable of bringing happiness, why do we also claim that it is not a part of our daily expenses? In my opinion, the reason for settling our expenses is so that we can live comfortably, and if gambling can add to our life span because anything that brings happiness can increase life span, why do not you classify it as living expenses? We must recognize that some of the bills we pay yield no returns, and that if gambling is done for pleasure, it is rewarding because nothing should be equated with an activity that produces happiness.

Yes gambling is definitely for entertainment and capable of bringing one happiness, but that doesn't mean gamblers shouldn't have or get involved with other activities that can also make them happy and increase their lifespan too.
Gamblers should also maintain a balanced life and get involved with other activities that'll give them the same kinda fun and happiness they also derive from gambling. We can't really predict the future, just because someone is gambling responsibly today doesn't mean he can't get engaged in irresponsible gambling tomorrow, completely relying on gambling could actually lead to an unprecedented unhealthy obsession, could even result to neglecting of one's responsibilities and even lack of personal growth.
These are likely to occur, hence the reason why gamblers should try to strike a balance between their gambling habits and other things, considering that gambling can be very addictive, we must regulate how often we gamble.

[SmartGold01]

You are right though not a wise idea and not advisable especially to those who are easily out of their control and could turned to a habit of regularly dipping hand to touch their spare cash. I said this based on the regularity of the game, like how trusted the match outcome could be before doing that and is not supported in any way.

Reserved funds are meant to help people to achieve some sort of financial stability, flexibility and security, which gives them the ability to be able to navigating some uncertainties and capitalize on opportunities, as well as to take care og one's immediate needs and other living expenses, and gambling is definitely not one of those uncertainties or living expenses.
Gambling is merely just for recreation and fun, which can actually wait till the next paycheck comes or till the next income arrives.

If we believe that gambling is for entertainment and thus capable of bringing happiness, why do we also claim that it is not a part of our daily expenses? In my opinion, the reason for settling our expenses is so that we can live comfortably, and if gambling can add to our life span because anything that brings happiness can increase life span, why do not you classify it as living expenses? We must recognize that some of the bills we pay yield no returns, and that if gambling is done for pleasure, it is rewarding because nothing should be equated with an activity that produces happiness.

It's disastrous because when it is being excessively and can no longer control your emotion to us gambling then it turns to problem whereby if not carefully handle one became addicted to it so, hence one must not be carried by the happiness driven from gambling or even bet excessively otherwise could lead to addiction and regret, the happiness is only for a meantime without lasting  towards the day and derive pleasure from gaming or gambling.

The solution is setting a budget. When a gambler gambles within a time and financial limit, he is unlikely to become addicted because he is gambling for a good reason, which is to have fun, and he has set time and financial limits. I believe this is the true definition of "betting responsibly".

When a gambler gambles for fun but has no limit on how long he can gamble, he can easily be carried away by the euphoria of gambling and become addicted, as you correctly point out.

Yes that is it, setting a budgets plays a major role in the life of gamblers because some of them could gamble out of control but if there are proper limits to how long you could spend and how much is maximum to gamble then the best time they reduce addictions. But nowadays addiction is common because of lack of employment is the country and many people has no means of survival.

[Dr.Bitcoin_Strange]

Yes that is it, setting a budgets plays a major role in the life of gamblers because some of them could gamble out of control but if there are proper limits to how long you could spend and how much is maximum to gamble then the best time they reduce addictions. But nowadays addiction is common because of lack of employment is the country and many people has no means of survival.

In relation to this, it is imperative that a gambler sets a limit to how much they want or are willing to spend in every game, and it is very important that they follow the set limits to prevent gambling becoming an addiction. This is where it is important to point out that gambling has to be done in a reasonable way and should not exceed the user’s capabilities.

As you rightly pointed out, addiction is an emerging problem, and it can be associated with certain factors like economic risks, no job opportunities, and the availability of opportunities. It is when people are anxious about how they’re going to feed their families, or they’re extremely poor and they see the possibility of gambling being able to help them feed their family and this is exactly how addiction begins.

[$crypto$]

I personally can stop gambling at any time, more specifically when I don't have any more money to use for gambling. I won't force myself when I don't have money that I'm free to use.

There are many things I can do when I'm not gambling, because that's what I usually do. If I usually use my free time for gambling, then I will use that time for any activity, including hanging out more with my family, especially playing with my younger siblings.

[LUCKMCFLY]

I personally can stop gambling at any time, more specifically when I don't have any more money to use for gambling. I won't force myself when I don't have money that I'm free to use.

There are many things I can do when I'm not gambling, because that's what I usually do. If I usually use my free time for gambling, then I will use that time for any activity, including hanging out more with my family, especially playing with my younger siblings.

We are people who have to have priorities, hierarchies and a lot of moderation when choosing who or what are our greatest priorities in life, family, children, friends, and putting all that before the game, I consider that it is the most problematic and what must be endured the most, of the rest those people who put the game above themselves, for me they have a mental deficit, and they quickly need to see a psychologist to realize what is happening and what attitude must change quickly.

[Crwth]

I have been on a break for a while and I just do self-improvement stuff and also also reading a lot of books. I have read a lot over the past few weeks and it has helped me improve myself a lot. I also took courses while keeping myself occupied for most of the time so these are the stuff that I do religiously now.