The first thing you should remember is that while online gambling can win you some money, the goal really should be to have fun. Winning is more of a bonus with gambling. You should budget the amount you intend to spend on the evening's entertainment and not really expect to have any of it left at the end of the night. If you do get lucky enough to not lose it all or even win a few bucks, that's wonderful – but it shouldn't be something to count on.

When you do budget an amount, make sure it's an amount that you can afford to lose. As we stated earlier, you shouldn't count on a win while gambling. When your budgeted amount is gone, it's time to knock off for the evening. It can be tempting to deposit more in an effort to recoup your losses but that usually results in just losing more. Better to play on another day when you're fresher and can make a new beginning.

Even if you haven't burned through the amount you plan on spending, don't continue to play the same game when you do hit a losing streak. This is almost guaranteed to have you keep losing until all the cash is gone. As you lose, you tend to get more frustrated and more tense, therefore playing worse than normal. It's a better idea to take a break from gambling or at least switch to a different game for a while.

When you're set for a long, intense night of gambling entertainment, be sure to take breaks throughout the night. Grab a bite to eat and a drink to renew your energy. If you allow yourself to grow too tired, your playing will suffer. You need a mind and body that is well-rested to be able to play at your best.