Picture yourself in Vegas. Flashing lights, pretty girls, retired folks hoping to make it big before they croak, and you walking down the aisle of the MGM grand. You hear the sounds, the electronic whistles and “Ka Ching!” of change hitting the metal doors of the slots. You see an empty table and a guy dressed in red, a sly smile beckoning you to come over and bet. Blackjack, not so bad. You sit. Now what?

Whether your a high roller or a gambling addict down on his luck, here’s some helpful tips to get you back on your game.
Tip 1: Start small. Whether you’re a high roller or not, it’s always a smart idea to start small. $10, $20, $30 hell $100 if you can afford it, but feel out the table a bit before you hit it big. When you start winning, intensify the betting progressively, but always be aware of what your spending. Play it cool, don’t go throwing around $100′s of dollars just because you have it. You’ll likely end up a fool at the end of the night broke, checking the slots for a few quarters.
Tip 2: Have a plan. Research the game you’re going to play and if possible, practice with buddies or online. Many people make the mistake of walking into a casino feeling lucky and having no idea what they’re doing. It’s your money. Be smart.
Tip 3: Approach realistically. Don’t walk in thinking your Mr. Big Dick high roller. (although if you’re into New Age thinking, this might be advantageous). This is reality, you won’t win every time and you have to have that in mind. Casinos make money off YOUR money and they hire the best to outwit you. But it doesn’t mean you won’t make it. Just be realistic about it.

Finally, gambling can be a fun, rewarding experience. Next time you’re in Vegas or some backwoods slots in the middle of nowhere Mississippi, just remember have fun and don’t spend what you don’t have.