How do you handle loss after loss with no big win in sight?

[jqmoney]

I have been entering giveaways and sweeps for over a year now, just really got serious this year had a few nice wins including what you might consider a big win a Lenovo tablet hybrid from a forum posting contest there weren't that many entries like there are with most giveaways, but other than that it's been a pretty slow year, how do you keep going when all you keep seeing is others winning and you losing? I have read that the best thing to do is enter instant wins so when you win that will keep you going, but I don't win instant wins either lol.

 

[amyshulk]

I have been entering giveaways and sweeps for over a year now, just really got serious this year had a few nice wins including what you might consider a big win a Lenovo tablet hybrid from a forum posting contest there weren't that many entries like there are with most giveaways, but other than that it's been a pretty slow year, how do you keep going when all you keep seeing is others winning and you losing? I have read that the best thing to do is enter instant wins so when you win that will keep you going, but I don't win instant wins either lol.

jqmoney - I re-read NOT WINNING ANYTHING? Tips on WHY:
http://www.sweepsadvantage.com/foru...talk/28592-not-winning-anything-tips-why.html

Ways I deal with the frustration of a dry spell:

1} I get outside of my own head by helping others. Either by voting, answering questions, or just getting a little silly. :crazytongue: :laughing:

2} I avoid the winners circle. It's not that I'm not happy for other members, it's just that I don't need the constant reminder that I'm not one of them - for now. :crazytongue:

3} I hard charge on sweeps, going through all the categories and getting a sense of satisfaction/accomplishment when I get all caught up.

4} I take a break from the computer, since it's gone from being fun to being a chore.

If you keep pushing yourself to enter and things don't change, you will most likely burn out and quit, whereas if you make a decision to take a break for a day or 2, you are still in control.

I *usually* find I return after my mini "vacation" that I'm refreshed and can see things more clearly, so the little things don't get to me, and I enjoy instead of dreading entering my sweeps. :sunny:

It took me 6 years of daily entering to win a biggie;

GoRedSeal.com - American Made Sweepstakes GP WINNER!!!
http://www.sweepsadvantage.com/foru...-com-american-made-sweepstakes-gp-winner.html

I was soooooooooo hoping that this year [6 years later] I'd hit big again, but it's been a really slow year so I just keep plugging along & reminding myself of;

The Sweeper's Credo:

Enter and forget it.
Always be happy for those who win - even when they win "your" prize - and be positive you will win.
Sweeping is a hobby that is all about timing. Especially for those elusive instants! IF you enter at the exact right moment, you will win.
If not? Sad to say you won't. But I assure you - it's nothing personal, and those who win a lot don't have any "secrets" - they are just consistent, persistent, and patient.
I really believe that if you go into it thinking you can't win, well, you'll MAKE yourself right so often you'll start believing it!!!
I truly do believe you have to have a positive attitude - don't get hung up on what others are doing - just focus on entering, then move on to something else - like posting so we can get to know you!!!
So hang in there - and enter, enter, enter - and you'll be posting a win before you know it!!! And remember - every day brings new opportunities to win!!!

 

[avtechdave]

Keep a list of everything you win; mine goes back 4 years. When you start to get discouraged, look back at what you have won and keep entering. Eventually you will add more lines to the list!

 

[amyshulk]

Good one avtechdave - I forgot about that!!! I also screenshot wins to see CONGRATULAIONS again