The Gamble of Luck and Thinking in Blackjack.

Many of us love to gamble with hard-earned cash gained through the day — only to fritter it away through the night.

Some just do it for the thrill of a game or the sweet savour of winning even though the bitter taste of losing is not what you would like to experience.

Blackjack is a game where you do not play against other people, you play against the casino and this makes it a very interesting game. Gambling has been always a good business, establishments that offer gambling-related entertainment never fold.

Here I will try to break it to you how and why blackjack is much more than just a card game in the casino.

Socializing side of blackjack.

Blackjack stands out from other games because of its rules. You do not play against other people, the moment you sit down instantly you are ‘friends with the players that sit with you.

I remember one of my first times at blackjack table when I was still a rookie in the game. Two of the lovely women decided to help me out and even give me a few tips. Because of their help, I was able to win some good money. One of them said a very interesting thing about blackjack, she said: “Blackjack is the fairest game in the casino because you play against the house. We are all here together that’s why I helped you.”

Casinos are not only about playing cards or betting on roulette. A huge part of your time in the gambling house should be ‘socializing’ with people. There is always a bar there to start up a chat or even during the game you should spend some time to find who’s there with you.

Things to know before you start

In blackjack, it is very important to see and understand your odds of winning. Some cards give you an instant advantage over the house like for example, any from three to six and seven in the dealers hand others are very dangerous for you like an Ace or any figure. The dealer has to draw cards till sixteen and stand on seventeen with five or six there is a huge chance for him to bust.

When your hand is eleven, twelve up to sixteen while the dealer has a low number on the table it is safest to stand, although that does not guarantee winning it just increases your chances.

Another useful tip I could give from my experience is to always split eights and Aces. This bet gives you great opportunities to double your winnings.

Benefits of Blackjack

Playing cards can teach you a lot of valuable lessons, poker teaches you patience and blackjack may teach you how to logically handle your bets. Sometimes when your chances are low you have to take a step backwards but in order to do that, you have to be able to analyze your chances of winning the game.

The same notion can be applied to life itself. Judging and estimating your odds in any situation you are in is crucially beneficial for the win.

With all that said I still encourage you to try and play.

Do not worry if you don’t know the moves or cards — the dealers in the casino are on your side and they are always glad to help and give advice. Remember to be responsible and never become too greedy.