I started gambling when I was around 10 years old, IIRC. It was because of family influence, and yes I eventually got addicted. Hard to admit, but it’s the truth. over time though, I’ve seen some positive outcomes from my gambling experience. I became wiser, more calculated, and a bigger risk-taker and I was able to apply that mindset in running my own business.
Can you explain things you mention more elaborately? Like how did you become wiser with gambling?
Now, I’m a father, and my 17-year-old daughter is starting to gamble too playing slots and even doing some sports betting. I don’t know how to feel, part of me feels oddly proud of what she’s doing.
That's pretty close to adult, they can take their own decisions.
What does that make me?
Nothing to do with you anymore, as I said above, she's an adult. I think you should still advise her though that she should play responsibly; people do stupid shit at this age and get themselves into trouble, some guidance keeps them safe.