Here are some Safer Gambling Tips, courtesy of the Responsible Gambling Council:
- Don’t gamble when you’re upset or stressed.
- Limit your alcohol and/or cannabis intake while gambling.
- Know how the games work before you wager.
- Set budget and time limits.
- Take frequent breaks – move around, get some fresh air, have something to eat or a coffee.
- Only gamble with money you have – never borrow money or use money intended for necessities, like rent or food.
- Don’t try to win back what you’ve lost.
- Gambling is not a way to make money so don’t think of it as a chance to win money for a trip, to pay bills or to pay off debt.
- Stick to your pre-determined budget.
- Balance gambling with other recreational activities.
- If you’re no longer having fun, stop playing.
- Don’t depend on “good luck” strategies – they don’t increase your chances of winning.