Re: Long downswing just have some questions for you guys
One thing I have done in a downswing is to fold marginal long shots. If I have a hand that has a slight +EV but is a long shot (i.e a gut shot with a huge pot) I will fold it. Of course, when your losing this is the exact OPPOSITE of what you want to do, because you see alllll of that money and you want it. Although I am also aware of the theory that you should never change how you play based upon how you are running, I think plays that can reduce your variance (especially if you are running thin on your bankroll) can help this "I can't catch a card" syndrome because you will be playing more hands that are more likely to pan out. You give up a few small pennies in EV, but the dollars you gain in mental sanity (and possibly help keep your bankroll alive) can help alot.
Good Luck.
DW
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