Since you’re here, however, the odds are that you’re more than just a recreational gambler, and that you might spend more time playing slots than the average person. Although we can’t say for sure, we assume most of Bigwinboard’s visitors are likely made up of veteran gamers, slots enthusiasts, and industry people. What we all have in common though is that we’re all human, and being human means we all have our flaws and weaknesses.

Regulators across Europe have already done plenty to help limit the risks of gambling. Just this past year alone we’ve seen the implementation of several new rules such as spin delays, deposit limits, credit card bans, advertising restrictions and so on. With that said, there are some who argue that it has actually made things worse and that regulators are focusing on the wrong things, indirectly making players take the hit through reduced RTP and removal of bonuses.Not keeping track of your gambling habits can seem convenient, and not doing so might give you short term relief by not having to deal with the harsh reality or consequences of your actions. However, sooner or later that reality will catch up to you – you’re a grown person and you’re expected to take responsibility. Therefore, we strongly urge players to keep an excel sheet of all deposits, losses and withdrawals. Doing so can be very sobering, and that’s a good thing!

Players who get stuck in the “zone” can be at great risk of substantial losses, making far more and larger deposits than initially intended, especially if chasing money already lost. The rush of adrenaline can make it hard to think straight, and it might be absolutely necessary to take a step back and take a break for a day or two to clear the mind.

If you’re in a relationship, don’t keep your gambling habits a secret and under no circumstances lie about your losses. If you find it hard to control your urges, transfer your money to someone you trust such as a parent, sibling, or partner, and let them serve as guardians.

Granted, most of us love gambling and want to be able to continue gambling with as few restrictions as possible, but we cannot do so without acknowledging the problems we face and without respecting the fact that gambling can also cause great harm. At Bigwinboard we make continuous efforts to remain compliant with regulatory requirements. Although we might not agree with all of them, not doing so is not an option.

If you have an issue with this, find help and self-resources.