I would love to know your opinion over this question above as it's painful to see that what you do or what gives you joy at times people often term it as something bad or possibly as an irresponsible people.
If it was you, what would you do knowing too well that people who gambles are often seen as useless people and irresponsible people due to what some fellas has presented themselves into while gambling without at least showing any sign of responsibleness. Also, What do you think can be done to see gamblers as a responsible people in our society?
A responsible gambler will never discuss his gambling in public. They always keep their gambling hidden and they always advise others to avoid gambling. When I see someone discussing gambling, I avoid it and I don't comment on it because it is completely their personal matter. However, if someone mentions me and says something, I protest because I will never accept my criticism about gambling. Gambling is a place of entertainment, only fun should be taken here and that is what responsible gamblers do.
I do discuss gambling in public, but only with friends. Those whom you trusted the most. I don't really care about what other people will say, even if they overheard what I will say. It's on you and your friends who know that you are a disciplined gambler.
Even if they spread rumors about me gambling, it's not like my friends will easily believe those. They know me better than that, so when I am mentioned as a gambler, I don't really care. They will be the ones who will be stressed about what I am, not me, but I do know who I am.