If he's been doing it every day for 20 years and can still afford to, he must be doing something right, right?
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Functioning alcoholic tier gambler.
Or he has an enabler. Like rich grand parents
He is in sports gambling as a profession. Writes about, gives advice, predictions, etc.
Oh man. I liked this post better when I thought it was a good joke.
Yeah wtf! I thought this was a great "Ken M"-style troll, well done really. But this guy being serious makes this absurd.
so his enablers are other addicts.. he's a pusher..
He is a pusher, but his enablers are more like major casinos, sports organizations, etc. He is a dealer high on his own supply
That moment when you can't tell if John is a great troll or a terrible addict...
dude is serious. WTF
I would lean more towards the guy being serious, but at the same he's so bold and oblivious to what being an addict means that for a moment it makes you think he's just messing with people.
So wholesome. Follow your passions.
no regrats
i will say that Uncut Gems made me understand why people can get so invested in sports gambling. i was shaking near the end and was so into that basketball game being played
That movie was concentrated anxiety for me. The gambling was one thing but just for a second, I wanted a moment of near silence instead of people yelling lol
That's exactly why I couldn't finish that movie, so many people talking, no one listening.
I've experience with a family member succumbing to addiction. I couldn't watch that movie.
I think the ending of that movie was a little disappointing. I enjoyed the movie throughout, but I felt like the
spoiler
Everybody dies
cliche was a bit frustrating. The high and sudden low took so much out of it. It was good. Maybe it was the right call, but it was so hard to experience.
I never finished the movie because it was painfully obvious where it was going, and none of the characters had any redeeming qualities. The guy was a narcissist and a gambling addict, and he was going to get himself killed. Having known a few people like that, I didn't feel any suspense or even interest in what would happen next. If he wins, he's still on a self-destructive course. If he loses, he's dead. Or maybe something else happens outside of his control, but who gives a shit? It was just constant yelling and unnecessary friction.
Self Aware Wolf
This is like a joke from MASH. Paraphrased:
Colonel Potter offers Radar a cigar.
Radar: Aren't they habit forming?
Potter: I've been smoking every day for 40 years, never picked up the habit.
I really need to watch M.A.S.H.
Highly recommend, it's one of my comfort shows. If you liked Scrubs, you'll probably like Mash.
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John Hyslop, @sloprules
Can't wait to gamble today. Literally shaking. That's called dedication.
NickWit2437, @wit2437
That's called an addiction
John Hyslop, @sloprules
Buddy, I've been gambling everyday for 20+ years. It's all I think about and I still haven't gotten addicted so doubt it's happening.
They say if you if you got a song in your heart you should just go sing it.
Even if the song is ax murder?