Stop Gambling With These 5 Emotions!

Bryan Fulton | World Renowned Casino Dealer

I Get So Emotional Baby! 

Its Called Gaming For A Reason, Its FUN!

Whether you want to have a good time or take down the house, casino gambling can go from fun to frustrating in 0-60. 

So in order to be in control you have to be able to recognize where the edge is. Casinos will take you to that edge, and past it.

Get A Grip On These 5 Emotions:

#1 Fear - 

The newbies can relate to this one. You talk about winning, you dress to impress, and when you belly up to the table you freeze in complete terror. You start to sweat, people are staring at you because it is your turn to roll, or hit, or bet. The way to get past fear, is familiarize yourself with the games and the casino. Go through and just watch a couple of games, do not feel pressured to sit at first. If the game has no players ask the dealer how to play. Get comfortable before you start.

#2 Greed - 

This is for everyone and probably should have been number one. You have to set a limit and stick to it. You will not beat the house. Their pockets are too deep. Brace yourself and pace yourself. Know when it is time to get up. Do not go overboard when betting. Greed is a hard beast to tame, employ time limits to keep yourself out of trouble.

#3 Anger - 

When you play too long and way out of your means, greed can quickly turn into rage. You can not lose your cool in a casino. No one wants to see you slamming the table and screaming at the dealers or waitresses. It makes it uncomfortable for everyone around you. If you are losing, just get up. You can go back but just remove yourself from the situation. You are probably a nice person under different circumstances, fight the urge to turn into the hulk!

#4 Jealousy - 

You want to know why that person hit the jackpot? They played the right machine at the right time. Wondering why this person gets those coupons? They acquired them through extensive play or signed up at the players reward zone. Casinos are not trying to leave you out. They want you to feel as comfortable as possible so you let your guard down. There is no conspiracy, just ask how you can start to enjoy the perks you see others have. Do not assume, be proactive.

#5 Arrogance - 

There is a lot to be said about high rollers not wanting to play with others. They want to be in as much control of their money as possible. That being said if you are not a high roller and are not playing in the high limit salon or pit, then do not think you own the casino. Do not tell other players how to play their hands. Do not tell them where to sit and not to talk to you. Do not be a jerk. If you want to play big money get a private table, if you can not afford it then do not act as if you rule the world. 

All in all casino gambling can be a lot of fun. The atmosphere is energetic, the people are excited and there is a buzz in the air (no it is not oxygen pumped into the casino). Losing or winning money is definitely emotional. Just do not let it get the best of you!

Author: Bryan Fulton | Bryan Fulton comes from a family full of casino industry professionals, from casino managers, and dealers to special event planners, and slot host organizers. He has worked at many different styles of casinos from the old world era riverboats of South Carolina to the luxurious mega resorts of fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada! Bryan has years of experience in all the casino table games, he has dealt over a million hands (and counting) of blackjack, roulette, craps and the carnival games. His skills have landed him highly paid jobs in some of the busiest casinos around. Bryan Fulton has been featured on the Travel Channel’s Vegas Dealers II in which he is seen demonstrating various dealing techniques. He has been called upon to train many of the new hires that casinos bring up through the ranks internally. Bryan Fulton has personally coached thousands of customers on effective playing strategies as well as his secret winning strategies.