How to turn off emotions and play rationally
1. Pre-session preparation
1. Define clear goals: deposit amount, time and desired profit or allowable losses.
2. Budget calculation: allocate a strictly calculated amount without mixing it with everyday expenses.
3. Set up limits: deposit, betting and loss limits in the casino's personal account.
2. Strategy and rules
Choose games by RTP and volatility depending on the bankroll - low volatility for small budgets, high for large ones.
Follow a simple algorithm: a fixed rate (1-2% of the daily limit), a fixed number of rounds or time.
3. Technical barriers
1. Reality checks: Turn on reminders every 15 to 30 minutes.
2. Time-Out: pauses 5-15 minutes after a given number of rounds.
3. Self-exclusion: an option for emergency care at the first sign of emotional intensity.
4. Psychological techniques
If-then method: "If I lose X times in a row, I immediately stop playing."
"Double check" technique: before each bet, pause for 5 seconds and ask yourself the question: "why am I betting?"
Decision Log: Record key bets and motivation - analysis in a week will provide insight into emotional pitfalls.
5. External tools
BetBlocker/GamBan: to block access in an emotional rush.
Gambling Block in the bank: disabling instant deposits through the banking application.
Timer on a smartphone: a separate application for Pomodoro session breakdown.
6. Analysis of results
1. Short report after the session: the amount of deposits, winnings, losses and time.
2. Comparison with the plan: analyze deviations from the declared rates/time without selfishness - as data for adjustment.
3. Adjusting the rules: with regular breakdowns, reduce rates or time by 10-20%, or increase pauses.
7. Support and education
Training: study materials on bankroll management and cognitive distortions (gambler's fallacy, sunk cost).
Social control: Negotiate with a friend - it reminds you of the rules if you deviate.
Responsible Play Groups: Thematic forums and chats help keep you motivated to take a rational approach.
A rational game is possible with clear rules, technical restrictions and a conscious appeal to your own emotions. The combination of training, limits, psychological techniques and external barriers guarantees control over decisions and budget protection.
1. Define clear goals: deposit amount, time and desired profit or allowable losses.
2. Budget calculation: allocate a strictly calculated amount without mixing it with everyday expenses.
3. Set up limits: deposit, betting and loss limits in the casino's personal account.
2. Strategy and rules
Choose games by RTP and volatility depending on the bankroll - low volatility for small budgets, high for large ones.
Follow a simple algorithm: a fixed rate (1-2% of the daily limit), a fixed number of rounds or time.
3. Technical barriers
1. Reality checks: Turn on reminders every 15 to 30 minutes.
2. Time-Out: pauses 5-15 minutes after a given number of rounds.
3. Self-exclusion: an option for emergency care at the first sign of emotional intensity.
4. Psychological techniques
If-then method: "If I lose X times in a row, I immediately stop playing."
"Double check" technique: before each bet, pause for 5 seconds and ask yourself the question: "why am I betting?"
Decision Log: Record key bets and motivation - analysis in a week will provide insight into emotional pitfalls.
5. External tools
BetBlocker/GamBan: to block access in an emotional rush.
Gambling Block in the bank: disabling instant deposits through the banking application.
Timer on a smartphone: a separate application for Pomodoro session breakdown.
6. Analysis of results
1. Short report after the session: the amount of deposits, winnings, losses and time.
2. Comparison with the plan: analyze deviations from the declared rates/time without selfishness - as data for adjustment.
3. Adjusting the rules: with regular breakdowns, reduce rates or time by 10-20%, or increase pauses.
7. Support and education
Training: study materials on bankroll management and cognitive distortions (gambler's fallacy, sunk cost).
Social control: Negotiate with a friend - it reminds you of the rules if you deviate.
Responsible Play Groups: Thematic forums and chats help keep you motivated to take a rational approach.
A rational game is possible with clear rules, technical restrictions and a conscious appeal to your own emotions. The combination of training, limits, psychological techniques and external barriers guarantees control over decisions and budget protection.
