Guide overview
A simple way to monitor session duration and spending, with practical stopping cues that do not depend on a win or loss.
Why time matters
A session can run longer than expected when rounds are quick or when a live event is close. Tracking only the balance misses the time cost: sleep, work, meals and relationships can also be affected.
Use a neutral timer
Set an alarm before you open a game and write down the start time, intended end time and spending ceiling. Leave the screen when the timer rings, even if a feature seems close or a match is still live. An external cue helps interrupt the loop.
Review without judgment
Compare planned time and money with what actually happened. If you repeatedly exceed your boundary, take a longer break and seek support rather than making the limit larger. Tracking is for awareness, not a way to optimize more gambling.