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Most addicted gamblers themselves push away people who could help them in a difficult situation. Deep down they realize that they make mistakes only through their own fault, but not everyone wants to admit it openly.
If we talk about Bestov, I am very surprised that he is still at large with debts of ~$270k. I find his idea of an advisor very interesting, but I always think it's better to learn to limit yourself.
I am also incredibly surprised that you can have such large debts and freely walk the streets, not sit in prison, or not be beaten for these debts. Honestly, I hope his example will not make many gamblers understand that you can simply not pay back the money and try to live on. Let's see how Bestov will do in the future, but you must agree, it cannot be surprising that he is not depressed or has not gone crazy from fear and hopelessness.
It's very surprising indeed. Not many people out there would be able to go through it with their mind and spirit intact.