I gamble just for fun and passing the time. I believe that everyone should play for the enjoyment and not with the intentions or greed to win big amount; if you failed then you will be disappointed and might play more and loose more money if you look for covering the previous loss.
I do not gamble that much anyway. Just that most times, when I have a few free cash lying around, I always want to have some fun and some little bit of rush at the same time. Gambling has always been fun most especially poker. Once I am done with what I came in with, then I am done for that gambling session which usually could just be once in 2 weeks and if I dash away with some wins too, then all the same. Just the fun and I purposely set my mind to that so I don't get messed up. lol
The main thing that this hobby does not affect your financial condition and moral stability of your loved ones. The fact is that gambling always contributes to negative consequences.