Lot's of good discussion in this thread, thank you. I just took another look at the OP (the comments about "dopamine addiction") and find it ironic I have no trouble staying away from casinos, but I always need to avoid addictive computer games, videos and most phone messages every single morning. That way I'm not "riding a wave of dopamine" too early in the day. I know several people who are heavy, addicted gamblers, and I am
so glad to not be one of them.
Some people earn honest money and occasionally gamble for playful fun...
... Learn a bit about dopamine* addiction, there are some great sources and answers on youtube.
*"Dopamine is a neurotransmitter and hormone produced in the brain that plays a key role in sending messages between nerve cells. It is involved in various functions, including mood regulation, motivation, pleasure, and movement control." .....
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