Ok, gambling is highly addictive. Sure, the first time you play that slot machine it might feel stupid but as soon as you hit and win you are hooked.
I have done my share of gambling and I loved playing poker but I have decided to severely limit my time doing these things. Because of the strong pull I don't even like talking about it because I start thinking about it and then I feel my pulse getting faster and I imagine the thrill of raking in the cash.
If you go on a cruise and decide to play a little or maybe you are in Lake Tahoe for a wedding

and decide to play for the fun of it then maybe you can do it without much damage.
I live between Tunica and Vicksburg Mississippi and I actually have a brand new casino 10 minutes from my house. So the temptation is there.
My advice. Stay away.