For me? Yeah, I blame myself a lot too, maybe even too much.
But I’d love to hear your story. I’m sure you’ve also been hard on yourself, not just after losses but even after wins.
Can you share a specific moment you’ll never forget? One where you held yourself fully accountable, regretted it deeply, and promised, ‘Never again’?
Yes, I have blamed myself for gambling losses.... although I have been fortunate enough not to lose any significant money, there are times when I regret making certain impulsive bets or decisions that could have saved me from certain regrets, but I guess that is part of the game.... it is natural to feel guilty or regretful when things don't go as planned, especially when it comes to money.
But over time I have learned to be kinder to myself and not to beat myself up too much for mistakes or losses, instead I have learned to use the experience of losing as a lesson to learn and improve, to be more disciplined and not to let my emotions control me when I am gambling.
Now, I try to be more mindful of my decisions and not beat myself up too much for mistakes or losses, understanding that gambling is a form of entertainment and that it is important to know when to stop and not get carried away by the emotion.