Spoiled emotions: regret and bets
Losing leaves an unpleasant aftertaste, especially if the bet was impulsive. You want to get your money back, prove to yourself that you are right. This is how regret works — a powerful emotional driver. https://expertfreeprediction.com/the-psychology-of-the-underdog-bet-reasons-bettors-chase-longshots/ writes that many bets are made under the influence of this emotion. My advice is to introduce a rule: after a loss, at least a day without new bets. Give yourself time to cool down. And also — read the article to understand how to avoid chasing a refund.
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When a bet did not come in, we often think that “I should have done differently.” This is a normal reaction. Regret after a loss can temporarily distract from analysis and push you to a new bet - not out of a desire to win, but out of a desire to “correct” the past.