My reaction to losing my Seattle 2h and game wager...

[JCoverS]

...was to log on as fast as I could and make a large withdrawal from my offshore. It has been my experience that when you lose a game in that sickening of a fashion, the time has come to take some profits and thank the gambling gods for giving you such a clear sign as to when your luck has run out.

It's not so much that this was a bad beat because Seattle really had no business covering the way they played, anyway. It is mostly about HOW it transpired. Always beware the roller-coaster of emotions loss, for it is the primary cause of "the chase" wager. Been there, done that, but I have learned from it.

It looked like I had no shot of winning my wagers tonight, then it looked for all practical purposes I would win 'em both, only to have both snatched away from me in the end. The classic dick-tease by the gambling gods and I must listen to what it means! The gods do not like it when they give you signs and you neglect them by pressing your luck. It's the #1 way to the poor house.

I've had a nice run over the last two weeks, it is time to take some profits, take a few days off and refresh my mind before re-loading for bowl season. Everyone has their own approach to dealing with these types of things. As crazy as it sounds and however "off-the-wall" my theory is here...it works for me. I've just learned to trust my instincts on it. Recognize and listen to the signs of the gambling gods and watch your sports gambling profits increase! Tonight they taketh away, then giveth, then taketh away again, all in a single game. My only recourse to combat this is to taketh away from my account before I giveth more away to the bookie. I shall live to fight another day.

Good Luck to All,

-JC

 

[Blue Jay]

like the thinkin', good luck when your back...

 

[vinnie]

gambling gods giveit and takeitaway :scared

 

[gman2]

youre one of the guys whom i have a great deal of respect for, so lookin forward to seeing you back around when the time is right.

 

[JCoverS]

Thanks, gman. I appreciate the kind words, although I am not so sure they are deserved. IMO, my contributions to the board are limited when compared with the stalwart posters, like yourself. I don't post very often, but when I do I have always tried to make it full of quality insight. I am glad to know that you appreciate my efforts. I think that quality over quantity will always be by modus operandi here at MadJack's.

I have mucho respect for the posters who can do this day-in and day-out, like yourself. It's just not for me. I've been around long enough to have quite a list of 'cappers on this board whom I know are long-term winners. I do alot of coattailing, while isolating a few plays on my own. Gman, you've certainly given me plenty of winners over the years and I thank you.

I don't have the type of bankroll to let an entire season play out, always betting a certain percentage on each play, nor do I have the patience and discipline necessary to make a profit with that style. I am more of a quick strike, get in, get out type of guy, who likes to protect profits by making withdrawals. It is important for me to pick good entrance and exit points.

I'm also a big believer in the law of averages, so when I feel the tides turning or I've just simply won too many bets for the good streak to statistically continue, I get out while the gettin's good.

I am never afraid to completely pull out and stop wagering for weeks or months at a time. I figure there are always winning wager opportunities on every single card, whether it's today, tomorrow, or next month. It's just not necessary for me to be "in the game" all the time. In fact, I have found that the longer I am at the daily grind, the more dulled my intrinsic gambling senses and instincts become. There is a point that I reach where I can no longer trust my instincts and I begin second-guessing and over-analyzing. Those are perfect times for taking a break. IMO, the only way to keep that all important "feel" for games sharp is through these rejuvenating respites from gambling.

Sorry for waxing philosophical here on the way I approach sports betting, but for some reason I felt it necessary to justify my very being here in the MadJack community.

As always, good luck to all,

-JC

 

[RexBudler]

Very well said JCovers

 

[trolln4walii]

JC

That was a GREAT read. A serious message delivered with a splash of humor adding to an intellectual knowledge and great insight for all. When I started reading it I was smiling while seeing myself in your shoes. It didn't dawn on me until I was finished reading it that there was a clear message that we all (well at least me) could benefit from.

The gambling gods have been speaking to me as well. I have ignored them. It started out as a whisper when the Bears came back and beat the Giants a short time back. Then there were more voices heard with the mysterious endings in the Ok/Neb game and Utah/Wyo on the same night. Still I interpreted this as the winter winds blowing instead of the gambling gods. Last Monday's ending of the Packer/Rams contest had the gg's yelling at me. I lost two very winnable teasers in the last two minutes, the last on the fluke fumble return.This was another sign I ignored and still cringe when I think back. I was with you on that hectic tug-o-war game last night when I swear something smacked me on the back of the head last night as I headed for bed (and my wife was nowhere around). I think you're on to something here JC. I need to start listening. Although my NFL and college seasons have been profitable, I'm currently in a mild tailspin that maybe I need to address. I seldom wager more than a unit on any given play, but to go through the amount of stress over one unit is hardly worth any future visits to the doc. As you mentioned, that game last night was quite an emotional roller coaster that cannot be a joy for the body to deal with. I won't go cold turkey at this point but am more aware that maybe I should back off a tad. Sure, every gambler goes through the bad beats, and things have a way of evening out, but....maybe it indeed does go deeper than that. After all, being stressed out on just three games on a Saturday has to be better than living through every minute of a dozen games. How much more torture can this ticker endure. There's nothing wrong with taking your foot off the pedal for awhile

I must say in all sincerity JC, You will be missed in your absence. I, like gman and I'm sure many others, appreciate your contributions to this site. Your threads are a joy to read. When you choose to return gives all of us something to look forward to. Enjoy your time off and I'll be checking the threads for your future posts.

 

[ocelot]

Very very smart player. Thanks for giving me something to ponder JCoverS.

Reminds me of that old Kenny Rogers song:

"Know when to hold em, know when to fold 'em, etc, etc.

 

[ccoop70]

Feel your pain on the GB, STL game had a 4 unit parlay GB -7 under 51. Two minute warning GB 31, STL 17. GB 4th and 1 at the 40. Go for it and get 1 yard and 3 kneel downs, game over and cash. Or don't get the yard(or punt) and hope for another stop by GB. No, 2 missed tackles and N. Davenport runs 40 yrds for a score. No cash. And to pour salt on the wound, because GB scored so quick the Rams got the ball back. I was going against Isaac Bruce in fantasy football, he caught 2 more passes for 19 yrds. I lost my matchup by .2 pts and that knocked me out of the playoffs.