Too many players dive into the game thinking it’s all about spotting patterns—I learned the hard way it isn’t 😅. Betting solely on the “chop” or banking hard on streaks too early can drain your stack fast. Never forget: banker has the slight edge for a reason! Before I settled my baccarat flow, I used basic money management (like flat betting early on) to ride through sneaky losing runs. Take breaks, don’t tilt—even on live tables. High stakes or casual sessions, it’s still about pacing and punishing when hot 💸!