I agree with your thoughts. they are still stuck in old-fashioned thinking and only hear bad things about gambling. they cannot understand that gambling is just entertainment.
their views are still too rigid and negative about gambling.
but I don't think it's necessary to show them how enjoyable gambling can be if done wisely. because basically their thinking is deadlocked and they don't want to hear anything about gambling at all. so it's better to avoid and not say anything about gambling. Keep playing gambling well and as long as you don't disturb them. although sometimes our ears tickle listening to those who ridicule us as gamblers.
Yeah, you nailed it! It's a drag when people are stuck in the past, especially about something that can be totally chill and fun if you're smart about it. But whatever floats their boat, right? There's no reason to waste energy , time trying to convince those who are unwilling to consider alternative viewpoints. We'll continue to enjoy our fun activity, knowing our limits so we're acting responsibly and within our means. In the end, their disapproval reflects more on them than it does on us. Just my 2 cents.