Why Do People Lose So Much?

Well the basic reason is people do not understand the true odds. Games are not designed to be beaten but more to give you the illusion that they can be beaten. Even if you are gambling for fun there is no reason that you can’t or shouldn’t win more often and lose less, after all winning=more fun. You do not need to be a math wizard to learn the rules and basics of most games. Its amazing how many people do not even know the rules or understand you should double down on 11 when the dealer shows a 6 in blackjack.

If you want to play blackjack know when to double down, hit and stand. You can print this from a online site or get a flash card to look at well playing. Just knowing this could decrease the houses edge by 5-10%.

If you want to play poker, start by playing for free or pennies till you understand the basics. Most casinos will hold lessons daily to teach you the basics.The same goes for just about every table game, most casinos have daily lessons early in the day  that will teach you how to play. I have a free poker game on this site just click on the play poker for fun tab at the top of the site.

Everyone thinks they have a system and Vegas is built on these so called systems. So if you are smart enough to think you have built a better mouse trap test it on paper first and not just once. I am testing my sports picking knowledge on paper over the next 6 months or so to determine if I can beat the man. You can follow my progress at Plays of The Day. So far I am doing good at first I was worried I might embarass myself LOL

Lastly if you are not enjoying gambling STOP! The old rule of “do not bet more than you can afford to lose”, is still the best one to follow. Break this and you will be in for all sorts of financial, emotional and physical pain.

Below is a link to Gambler Anonymous which has a directory of contacts. If gambling is no longer fun and has over taken your life do not hesitate to get help.