I thought this would be take a brief break from gambling. If you let the money sit in your bank account for at least one month but continue to gamble, there is a probability that you will use it for gambling.
This is exactly what I am suggesting when I said immediately.
Agreed but first solve any pressing need first or invest where there is none before any pleasures.
Believe you will not be properly settled down(emotionally) to make any finance related solutions and chances are you will make mistakes. That is why you need vacation with family and friends to have grasp on your breath.
No bling, blings you mean. Also the same with your previous point.
By lifestyle changes I mean buying new car, new home etc (which might not be for showing off) simply because you want to upgrade your lifestyle. So it is a separate enough point to include.
Well, if you don't understand any of the investment stuff, better to save your money rather than lose it in a investment you don't understand.
You are right in this instance, I should have mentioned the need of a counselling session with certified financial consultant.
It is not a sustainable income source so don't quit your job unless you have a solid plan in place. And that solid plan should be how you'll live off your big win.
Exactly that is why learning finance is must.