Feeling like an idiot again.. Probably taking a break from poker - Page 2 - Live Low-stakes No Limit Poker Forum

checking the flop back imo was the biggest mistake of the hand. We don't always flop big hands and when we do we need to take full advantage of it. You have a much better chance at getting paid off when someone sees you taking a stab at the pot rather than letting the flop get checked around and then raising a turn bet.

take a break from poker and return when you quit drinking.

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02-23-2018 , 01:09 PM

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dmccoy87

grinder

Join Date: Mar 2017 Posts: 647

https://www.amazon.com/12-Rules-Life...idote+to+chaos

Make your bed.

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02-23-2018 , 01:43 PM

#28

hamsterhead

journeyman

Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 273

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Originally Posted by QuinnthEskimo

I'm pretty sure it's not for me. I enjoy playing, but it's not profitable. I fall into a trap of thinking I'm better than I actually am and make costly mistakes on a regular basis. I'm trying to graduate from school this semester and usually go up once a week on fridays, but I think I'm going to stop playing unless I'm putting in the time to study the game on a regular basis.

This is a good realization. I fully believe poker exists because a large percentage of the pool thinks "Skill game; if I play good, I'll win", when in reality, at these stakes a very very portion of people win, and the rest are delusional and making their lives more difficult with this dream. Don't put in the time to study the game. Study school, exercise, find some other hobbies.

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02-23-2018 , 01:57 PM

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cheesefist

journeyman

Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 376

Lots of good advice ITT.

You really have to love the discipline and patience of the game of the game, and not be prone to boredom or tilt when things get frustrating and don't go your way.

I never drink at the table and don't play a session longer than 5-6 hours max since I get tired and lose focus after that. Also I am a slightly past MAWG who chooses this as entertainment, mental stimulation, and distraction from life.

You should reconsider what you want out of the game and how you can succeed at that, or if it's even worth your time.