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Self-discipline through time limits
To structure your activities better and encourage self-discipline, set yourself fixed time limits for gaming. As soon as you have reached your daily limit, put your gaming devices away. Use built-in functions on your mobile phone or install trackers that monitor your gaming time. This will help you stay in control of your gaming habits.
Financial Limits
Use the self-regulation options provided by the casino:
- Deposit Limits
- Loss Caps
- Self-Exclusion
- Turnover Limit
- Player History
- Pause Account
- Reality Check
One or more of these systems can help you to manage your gaming activity. You can also learn and derive something from casino gaming in terms of social media use.
Delete or block problematic games and apps
If certain games or gambling apps particularly captivate you and you spend a lot of time playing them, uninstall them. This doesn’t have to be permanent, but at least until you have your gaming habits back under control. You may find that you don’t even miss some apps in your everyday life. Security software can also be helpful to block certain apps. Have a trusted person manage the password to help you resist temptation. Here is a guide on how to effectively block apps.
Create game-free zones
Keeping a physical distance from your gaming devices can help reduce temptation. Place your computer in a less convenient place or leave your mobile phone at home or in another room more often. This way you won’t be tempted to play as soon as you have a free minute.
Create a daily schedule
Spending less time gambling creates space for other activities. Think about which hobbies or activities you would like to try out or take up again. Join a club or socialise with friends more often. Regular, fulfilling activities will quickly make gambling fade into the background.
Talk about problems
Talking helps! Seek out a conversation with a trusted person to share your problems or thoughts. It is normal to find it difficult to spend less time gambling at first. Support from friends, family or counselling services can be very helpful. Together you can find a solution.
Set small goals
Changes don’t happen overnight. Set yourself small, achievable goals. Gradually reduce your gaming time in order to have a regular sense of achievement. Perhaps start with half an hour less gambling time per day and gradually work your way up to a whole day without gambling.
Seek professional support
If you find it difficult to stick to your own limits, don’t be afraid to seek professional help. There are many counselling services and online programmes that can help you. Counsellors will be happy to help you find the best solution for your situation. Attending a self-help group can also be very helpful, as you can talk to others who have similar problems. Here you will find understanding and support.
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