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So how about you? Have you ever thought of this idea when your picks aren't hitting? I mean, if we keep following how we think and feel with our picks and it doesn't translate to profit, there's no reason to continue following the same strategy. But are we comfortable with betting against our own picks just for the sake of fading ourselves strategy?
No - I would not bet against myself especially when I am convinced my pick will win. For example - I am confident that I can win the bet when Liverpool plays Manchester United, so I will not bet on Manchester United winning and still choose Liverpool to win.
If I have to bet against myself for any reason – IMO, it's better not to bet and I tend to prefer to keep the money. It's just a choice that I think is rational – meaning not being forced to bet when I don't find something I'm sure of winning.