Gambling Addiction

Did you hear about the businessman who lost S$26 million in the Singapore Casino? Can you believe it? It does not matter whether the casino was at fault. This businessman had no self control at all. This man is so selfish, it is so sad. There are so many people who could have benefited from a fraction of the S$26 million. I would have loved to have S$10 million of that money. I would give him S$500 every month for 10 years. He would have S$60,000 in 10 years. He may not get the "KICK" but he will at least have S$60,000.

There was another case of a prominent Hong Kong singer who apparently lost S$2 million. There are many other cases of such huge loses. You just don't hear about it.

Why do people gamble to this extent? A lot of people out there who need help. It's OK, if you set a limit say S$50 or S$100 and walk away if you lose that amount. If you don't have self control you should not step into a casino. You could lose your pants. Your family could suffer. It is not worth it.

Casino may give you the kick when you are winning. But remember, the house always wins. You only win occasionally so that you will comeback for more. Casinos are not charitable organizations, they are here to make money from you and me. If you have no "SELF-CONTROL" it can bring to your knees and destroy your life.

Spare a thought for the less fortunate the next time you think of gambling away your fortune. You will make somebody happy by helping them with your WEALTH. Join the 40 US Billionaires pledged at least half their fortunes to charity by joining Bill Gates and Warren Buffet.

Cheers,
Mark