People say gambling is a waste of time and money. That's the reason why as much as possible people are not encourage to take gambling.
IMO they are discouraged because they know 1. the level of addiction that gambling can cause, and 2. because they believe that they will never win. Why spend my time and money on something so risky and dangerous?
However, my point is, it could be a waste if you are an irresponsible gambler. You are gambling on your funds that should be paid on bills, or you are using your emergency funds. Or worst, you are gambling when you don't have the knowledge even the basics in gambling. Now my question is, does it mean responsible gamblers never wasted their time and money when they are gambling? Then how about those losses that they have incurred, when they can use it to add to their emergency funds?
Gambling isn't about knowledge or responsibility, it's for fun. Everything can be dangerous if you cross the lines and from fun/hobby can turn into a self-destructive thing. Especially, if it's highly addictive as gambling. Not to mention that everything is related and connected with time and money. Even if you are sleeping...
