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Taking a responsible approach to risk is key to protecting against loss. Below is a step-by-step algorithm for forming the necessary habits and control mechanisms.

1. Reasonable probability estimation

1. Learn the maths of the game

Find out RTP (Return to Player) or odds of winning.
Realize that the advantage is always on the side of the casino.

2. Compare variance

High variance = rare, large gains → large balance jumps.
Low variance = frequent but small payouts → smoother rise/fall.

3. Scenario Modeling

Calculate at different rates: average losses per 100 moves.
Rate the worst and best outcomes with specific numbers.

2. Clear financial rules

1. Rule 1-2%

One rate should not exceed 1-2% of the bankroll.
Provides headroom for a series of setbacks.

2. Daily and weekly limits

Set strict spending limits for the day and week.
Put them in your phone notes and block account auto-completion.

3. Separate accounts

Keep the game bankroll separate (prepaid card or e-wallet).
If the funds are exhausted, the game is closed until the next period.

3. Process rules of the game

1. Formalizing the session

Before the game, fill in the template:

```
Date: 2025-08-07
Session amount: 800 ₴
Max. losses: 160 ₴
Winning goal: + 80 ₴
Time: 18: 00-18: 45
Max. moves: 20
```

2. Intervals and pauses

At the end of the session - at least 24 hours break.
During the session - a pause every 10-15 bets for the "reality check."

3. Auto Check Lists

After each pause, consult the plan: "Does my actual behavior correspond to the stated goals?"

4. Psychological training

1. Formulate mental attitudes

"I'm playing for fun, not for income."
"Any bet is the cost of pleasure."

2. Practice mindfulness

Short "conscious breathing" sessions 5 min before each session.
Focus on bodily sensations - reduces impulsivity.

3. Reframing setbacks

Seeing loss as a payment for an experience, not a personal failure.
Reformulate: "I paid for the experience" instead of "I lost money."

5. Logging and Analytics

1. Every session recording

Data: date, bankroll, losses, winnings, number of moves, emotions.
Example entry:

```
Date: 2025-08-07
Losses: 120 ₴
Win: 0 ₴
Moves: 18
Emotions: calm
```

2. Weekly analysis

Tabulate all entries: identify patterns by day of the week and emotional states.
Look for loss peaks and their triggers.

3. Adjusting the rules

If you regularly exceed the target, reduce the maximum loss by 20%.
In case of chronic underperformance of the winning goal, reconsider the choice of games or variance.

6. Technical barriers and automation

1. Blocking sites

StayFocusd/LeechBlock extensions: limit of 30-45 minutes of access to gaming platforms per day.

2. Stop limits in payments

Setting up replenishment failure when a predetermined amount of losses is reached.

3. Timers and reminders

Signals on the phone/smartwatch about the end of the session and about pauses inside it.

7. Social responsibility

1. Reporting Partner

Assign a person to whom you will report daily on compliance with the plan.

2. Support groups

Gamblers Anonymous, chat groups: regular meetings and sharing experiences.

3. Public fixation of goals

Internal chats or closed forums: publish your plan and reports for additional motivation.

8. Continuous learning and self-improvement

1. Learning strategies

Systems for blackjack, poker, video poker - increase the chances with minimal variance.

2. Studying risk psychology

Books and courses on cognitive distortion, probability theory, and decision making.

3. Regular reframing

Review your setups monthly and adjust mental patterns as experience grows.

Result

A responsible attitude to risk is based on a combination of rational analysis, tight financial and process frameworks, psychological adjustment, daily accounting, technical barriers and external responsibility. Follow the algorithm - and excitement will become controlled entertainment without the threat of serious losses.