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Is there a more frustrating and soul destroying pastime than poker?
Sitting there all day- catch catch any cards, and the view you do catch all get cracked by 2-4 outers without the odds.
This is not a bad beat winge- I was just after some debate on the frustration (ie delaing with it) and how individuals can drive themseves through (what can be) mental torture? Ian |
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Re: Is there a more frustrating and soul destroying pastime than poker
Poker isn't for everyone.
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Re: Is there a more frustrating and soul destroying pastime than poker?
There's a big psychological difference between those who think they're in control of the game and those who think the deck is in control of the game.
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Re: Is there a more frustrating and soul destroying pastime than poker?
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There's a big psychological difference between those who think they're in control of the game and those who think the deck is in control of the game. [/ QUOTE ] Dont get me wrong- I don't think for a second that the deck is ganging up on me or anything else like that. It's just that after a certain period of bad cards / bad luck- there must be "some" effect on every player- I'm just interested in how if effects different people. I think it's something you can learn to handle better. Ian |
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Re: Is there a more frustrating and soul destroying pastime than poker
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Is there a more frustrating and soul destroying pastime than poker? [/ QUOTE ] Some possibles: - Stu Unger's investment advisor - a lint salesman - Phil Helmuth's drinking buddy - a crack whore - being married to a crack whore - the guy who has to clean the washrooms at Soldier Field - any job at NASCAR - any job at FOX News - a professional golfer stuck two strokes to Tiger Woods with four to play - Phil Ivy's gambling coach - a waitress with no boobs livig on tips and working at the Wynn. I'm tired, so I could only think of a few. |
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Re: Is there a more frustrating and soul destroying pastime than poker
i agree with the OP. no matter how hard to you try to play well, you still cant force a session to be a winner, which, imo is very frustrating.
this summer has taught me i never want to turn pro and am sodding happy my parents made sure i didnt quit university a couple of years ago so ill have a half decent degree. unless your making shed loads of money its a pretty soul destroying activity. |
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Poker isn't for everyone. [/ QUOTE ] |
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shed loads of money [/ QUOTE ] |
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Re: Is there a more frustrating and soul destroying pastime than poker
Nope, poker is pretty much the cruelest joke on man.
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Re: Is there a more frustrating and soul destroying pastime than poker?
I have had the same feeling after an extended string of losses.
A few things that helped me are: Try to think of the losses as one hand of a long (lifetime)session. Have other activities and interests outside of poker. Try to improve your game. Move down a level if you feel as though you cannot beat the limit you are in. Doing this will increase your bankroll and poker self-esteem. Meditation, eating correctly and regular exercise will also have a positive effect on your outlook. Best of luck, Mygtar |
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