This to me is a traditional view which remains persistent until the very day.
My mother considered gambling as playing with money. She sternly reminded us not to gamble. When I was in college, there was a hot debate within the church whether or not to accept donations coming from dirty sources such as gambling. And in Islam, gambling (maysir) is haram (forbidden). [1]
for the Islamic view, money from gambling should not be used let alone spent on daily needs. but in my opinion no matter how big the winnings obtained from gambling of course the money will not last long, without us knowing money from gambling results will run out faster because most are only used for pleasure
If gambling is forbidden in your country, obviously you will not be gambling.
You are not just neglecting your responsibility in your religion but you are neglecting the belief your family and your society has shown to you.
Don't gamble if you know that it is not an activity you should do. If an Islam wanted to gamble, better quit being an Islam so he can do what he wants. It is not just dirty money but dirty personality you will be having if you commit that forbidden act.