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Yes, in my opinion, the initial problem that makes them finally stuck in such a cycle is that they come in a hurry because they see other people who managed to get a big win so that in their arrival they did not think at all about what risks there are in gambling, and in my opinion that is why they are stuck in a slump. Conditions like this are indeed very confusing in my opinion, it is true that there are still many logical suggestions for them but all of that is too late buddy, they will be very difficult to accept advice from others if they have entered the addiction zone, because it is clear as you said that all they think about is satisfaction in gambling, not at all thinking about what the impact will be as terrible someday.
Honestly, if the condition is like that, I can't be sure when they can realize their mistakes, maybe they can only wait for the time, hopefully they can really get bored with gambling and can realize all their mistakes, that's all.
They won't think about what that person went through before they finally got a big win and just think that they can get a big win too. But that is wrong thinking because not all gamblers can get their big wins, and only those who really get their luck can win big. They have to change their mindset like that so that they don't become addicted to gambling because, after all, sooner or later, thinking like that will make them addicted to gambling that they won't realize. More people have thoughts like that when they see other people can win big easily and then decide to follow what that person does. But the reality will not be like what they imagine.
Yes, we can't be sure when they will wake up. We can only hope that they can quickly realize their mistakes so that they can learn from all their mistakes. We can only take care of ourselves while gambling so that we don't experience the same mistakes as them.
A classic gambler's fallacy, right? Thinking "Hey, that could be me next!" after seeing someone win. We know that's a one-way trip to addiction. Gambling thrives on this faith that luck can be found. It's about knowing the odds and when to stop, not chance. Change mindsets, you're right. Our brains are wired to follow the winner, assuming their route will lead to success. It's like trying to catch lightning in a bottle. What works for one may not work for another. People will benefit sooner if they understand this. Gambling isn't a fairy tale with happy endings. Self-awareness matters. You can't influence others' reality wake-up calls. Keep yourself from slipping into the same trap. Mindfulness and knowing limitations are key. Gambling should be fun, not addictive. Stay focused and don't let the massive win deceive you.