Online Gambling and faucets platform like Freebitco is one of those whales today, I am sure many people have more platforms in mind, especially gambling platforms, aren't we just enriching these people? This is why I hate using Bitcoin to gamble today, it's a waste of valuable asset.
What you can't do is complain that the world is unfair and that you are a victim of circumstances. You freely decided to gamble away that bitcoin, even though it had much less purchasing power at the time. But at least it seems you learned your lesson. In the end, the best way to get rich with bitcoin is slow and boring. Just buy and HOLD. Or do DCA. All these exciting ways, as well as trading, usually end badly.