The 11 Gambling Commandments

Eleven gambling commandments? That's right, we’re one better than the rest. Follow these simple guidelines below and you'll be well on your way to gambling heaven and enjoying all of the fun and excitement today's online casinos have to offer!

#1 Thou Shalt Drink & Play. NOT!
Alcohol consumption dulls your senses and diminishes your ability to concentrate. If you're gambling at online casinos with real money and real hopes of winning, save the cocktails for the celebrations after you win.

#2 Thou Shalt Follow Thy Local Laws
Especially in light of the recent legislation in the United States banning US residents from wagering online, make sure you know and follow your country's/region's laws governing online gambling.

#3 Thou Shalt Not Be Sucked in By Betting Systems.
Unless your betting "systems" are based on sound mathematics and/or probabilities, you're best off avoiding these so-called winning miracle methods entirely. Concentrate on the tried and true strategies. But remember, these too are not guaranteed. If they were, we'd all be winning.

#4 Thou Shalt Set Thy Loss Limit
Before you commence playing, remember, always establish a limit on how much money you are prepared to lose and stick to it. Failure to do so will, in all likelihood, only bring you down. Often the difference between successful casino players and unsuccessful ones is the ability to set and stick to a loss limit.

#5 Thou Shalt Set Reasonable Expectations
Starting out to play with a $100 bankroll and expecting to turn that $100 into $1,000 is just plain unrealistic. In all probability you will squander the $100 long before even getting close to your goal. Set realistic goals. Winning 20 to 50 percent of your starting bankroll is a wise rule of thumb to follow.

#6 Thou Shalt Not Wager More Than Thy Can Afford to Lose
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose. Dipping into your kids' college funds or using the rent money to gamble is one of the worst mistakes you can make. Any gambler guilty of this would be well-advised to seek professional help.

#7 Thou Shalt Take Thy Winnings & Run Like Hell
Unless someone's holding a gun up to your head and forcing you to continue betting, enjoy your freedom to quit playing whenever it suits you! If Lady Luck's been kind to you, take that kindness and stop playing before her mood swings the other way, which it inevitably will.

#8 Thou Shalt Shop Around for Thy Best Bonuses
Besides fun and reliable games, fair gaming, fast payouts and customer support etc., one of the keys to optimizing your overall gambling winnings is by capitalizing on online casino bonuses. Of course, some are bigger than others, but be sure to read a gaming site's Terms & Conditions before getting sucked in.

#9 Thou Shalt Trust Thy Odds, Not Thy Hunches
Online casinos as well as land-based venues don't rely on the luck of their dealers to remain in business. You can bet the odds are in the casino's favor on virtually every wager. Some casino games, mind you, offer better odds than others.

#10 Thou Shall Display Proper Gambling Etiquette
Online gambling is a whole lot more enjoyable when playing with polite, considerate players who respect one another. So before you join the action, make certain you understand the game rules and know what's expected of you.

#11 Thou Shalt Enjoy Thyself
If you're gambling to get rich quick, you've lost even before you've begun. Gambling is designed for fun and yes you can win sometimes. You can bet, however, the casino will win more. Like a blind date with destiny, set out to have fun first and foremost. This way you'll always come out a winner.