In some religions, gambling is not allowed while other religions allow gambling. Does your religion allow gambling and is gambling linked with religion?
In my own experience and views, gambling is prohibited . But I don't think that playing gambling occasionally is bad as long as you have the discipline in yourself, you need to manage your greed so it won't affect your daily life. I don't take gambling seriously and I am not addicted as far as I am aware to myself. Gambling is just an entertainment for me.