It's important to note that even if you're able to manage the money you spend on gambling, it doesn't guarantee that you'll benefit from the gambling you do.
One benefit could be enjoyment and fun. To me, when I bet and even if a lot of it has been losing me money, it's fine as long as I am having fun. Before, I am not into those folks that keeps on telling to gamble and just have fun. Until I have finally done it and realized that there's really joy within and that's my experience. The benefit is there but cannot deny that fact that I am enjoying more when my bets are winning me more money.
As gambling is more dependent on luck so don't expect too much, we just need to do it well and enough so that nothing happens that is not detrimental on a large scale.
I agree, I am not expecting that much but when I am quite sure with my bet, then I have to expect that it should win since it is more with sports betting and not with casino games that solely relies on luck. Being aware of myself when I gamble makes me sufficient on it and I keep myself on track and in control.