There’s no question that sports betting, or any form of gambling, is a high stakes game. Emotions can run high when talking about your hard earned money. Even if it’s a small bet, emotions can run high when we’re talking about hard earned money. Every pitch, every dribble, and every single decision made by the players and coaches feels magnified. It can be hard to separate those feelings!
However, this directly relates to the one sports betting principle we should never, ever forget. That concept may be surprising to hear, but the principle is “fun.” Having fun in this context doesn’t mean that we can’t be intense and yell at the TV! However, the trick is to remember that yelling at the TV is part of the fun. We want and need the adrenaline and the rush of seeing our bet win. Of course, it’s never good to bet emotionally and that should be avoided at all costs. However, if you think back to a time when you were watching your favorite team with your buddies, you remember that level of intensity and the fond memories of that moment. Sports betting is no different. As long as we’re following solid money management techniques, we should be having fun. Having fun will create better memories and remind us that we can have fun and bet at the same time.
The key to having fun is realizing that you’re okay if your current bet loses. That’s the entire point of managing your bankroll effectively. One game, whether you win or lose, doesn’t alter the plan of having fun. And when you aren’t stressing over your bankroll, you may be surprised at just how effective you can be.