I've been gambling for 30 years, and not got a problem with it. I've had many a big win, but also many a big loss. I don't have any accounts, and bet what I can afford to lose. If i fancy something il have a bet, if I don't I won't.
I bet on horse racing and american golf, along with major football tournaments. As these are events that I follow with interest on a daily/weekly basis. And events where I can use my learned knowledge to hopefully gain fruitful pickings.
I suppose it's horses for courses, but if you stick to what you know/afford ( everyone will have different limits/niches) gambling is fun, and can be profitable. If not it can be a slippery slope.
I was taught two sayings which I have remembered for a long time, and they are:
1. Stick to what you know
2. They tame lions at this game.
Be lucky folks