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Originally Posted by zoogenhiem
So interesting to hear this behind the scenes perspective. Peaking behind the curtains isn't always pretty.
If you're up to it, maybe you could share some of the more interesting hands you play? I figure you don't want to reveal your thought processes or anything to much but as someone who has never played a hand of stud hi/lo regular (but would love to), it might just be fun to sweat a hand with you, sort of like other poker bloggers do in their recaps (ex. DNegs).
Thanks again for sharing whatever you choose to.
I'm still not really sure whether I will do this or not. I have an idea for something like this separate from this thread that is more for fun, but it's on a laundry list of other ideas I may never get around to.
It sucks because were I to do this I'd one to share a really fun one, and not half-ass it for you guys, but these little tricks get more and more valuable as the days go by. I will think about it some - I certainly appreciate the feedback, thanks.
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Originally Posted by TheTyman9
your latest post pretty much sums up a lot of the reason why i don't think i could ever grind live full time. sure there are plenty of good people too but the whole atmosphere and watching miserable douchey people abuse dealers who can't defend themselves and try to abuse other players is just rough to be around a lot. it really shouldn't be accepted for regs or fish to act like that.
Agree, it's really disheartening. Fortunately I'm in a position where I really don't need to force myself to grind if I'm not happy doing it, and I've been inclined to exercise my option instead of suffering the bulls***. A few WSOP bricks could change all of that tho, so not trying to get too comfortable.
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Originally Posted by wheelflush
No, ray d doesn't deserve respect or anonymity. And if he has a problem with that, tell him wheelflush said so!
But seriously pho kim if he thinks he can start **** with you.
So tired of insecure brats that can't stfu. It's just a game.
Next time he does that I want to see a grudge match.
Haha idk I'm too old to sit through this **** anymore. Just KO and gg Commerce.
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Originally Posted by Phat Mack
Most encouraging thing I've read here in a while. Poker is a great thing to do if it enables you to do something else. As far as being an end unto itself, that's pretty much media hype.
btw, it's 90-95% scumbags all the way down. Read some Tommy Angelo or Limon for perspective.
Yeah, it's crazy what sort of mind**** investing time into anything can have of your choices moving forward, and where the threshold is for not wanting to let the lessons you've learned over time in a skill set go to waste versus the potential life suck of trying to realize their potential. Ultimately I think doing what makes you happy is just the way to go.
Idk why I've avoided the Tommy Angelo hype for so long; it's probably laziness, and some aversion to the smarmier aspects of life-coaching, but I'll probably have a look at some point, thanks.
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Originally Posted by wombat4hire
Brandon you're a hero. It's great to see you posting again.
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Originally Posted by Knittle
I only come on this forum to read this single post... at least that is what it feels like ..
You're a good guy Brandon, hard to find that nowadays in poker.
Nah, but I've got mad love for you guys, thanks.
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Originally Posted by Turntup74
Great thread!!
So great to see the thoughts of a high stakes live grinder and you are so honest about your true feelings
Subbed!!
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Originally Posted by dogarse
Shaping up to be a truly epic thread. I really hope it continues.
Truly appreciated, thanks much!
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Originally Posted by Jackal69
cool thread, hope it turns around for you soon, at least 90k isn't that many big bets at these stakes...
Thanks for having a look! The best session I've had is slightly over 70k at 300/600, so a swift comeback is possible. Hopefully will find time to post tomorrow and see if I can really bury myself or if things start looking up.