Do you get a head change before going to the casino or drink while gambling?

jaymfc · Feb 24, 2026

I smoke before doing anything, no matter what it is, but also like tequila shots while playing,
Never plan on getting drunk, just a light head change, but sometimes that's easier said than done.
plus it gives me liquid courage, and the others are more likely to call me in a poker game.

dreamer13 · Feb 24, 2026

Chronic smoking negatively impacts attention, memory, information processing speed and cognitive flexibility.Nicotine constricts blood vessels, which impairs blood circulation and oxygen supply to the brain, which can lead to faster fatigue during long games.

jaymfc · Feb 25, 2026

dreamer13 said:
Chronic smoking negatively impacts attention, memory, information processing speed and cognitive flexibility.Nicotine constricts blood vessels, which impairs blood circulation and oxygen supply to the brain, which can lead to faster fatigue during long games.

well I quit smoking cigarettes about two years ago, mainly because the cost of two packs per day was just too much.
Some of the longevity doctors I watch recommend small doses of nicotine, not for me, as I haven't forgotten how addictive it was.
but my smoking has no nicotine in it

Poker Orifice · Feb 25, 2026

I needed to read your posts to find out what a 'head change' was.

MK_ · Feb 25, 2026

... so you're saying you play a little looser with a little liquid courage, or what?😎👍

Zorba · Feb 25, 2026

jaymfc said:
well I quit smoking cigarettes about two years ago, mainly because the cost of two packs per day was just too much.
Some of the longevity doctors I watch recommend small doses of nicotine, not for me, as I haven't forgotten how addictive it was.
but my smoking has no nicotine in it

Two packets in the US is approximately equal to the cost of 1/2 a packet here in Oz, I gave up the cigs a long time ago, as for the other I haven't had any in quite a while.

Rost · Feb 25, 2026

I don't smoke, and I rarely drink alcohol. Green tea and delicious food help me relax

najisami · Feb 25, 2026

jaymfc said:
I smoke before doing anything, no matter what it is, but also like tequila shots while playing,
Never plan on getting drunk, just a light head change, but sometimes that's easier said than done.
plus it gives me liquid courage, and the others are more likely to call me in a poker game.

Smoking and doing a couple of Tequila shots, just a "light head change"?
Well, I only smoked once in a casino, met someone who had some good Moroccan stuff. Lost $400 bucks at BJ 😝.

As to drinking before going to a casino, that never crossed my mind. I know that at a certain point; I'll be having free Heinekens.

belizebum · Feb 26, 2026

Ha I think everyone knows my answer based on yesterdays league game. Let's weeeeeeeee!!!

IPlayToWin · Feb 26, 2026

I never drink when I am going at the casino, but sometimes I like to smoke.
Since drinking its making you to losse your minds.

Newzooozooo · Feb 27, 2026

jaymfc said:
I smoke before doing anything, no matter what it is, but also like tequila shots while playing,
Never plan on getting drunk, just a light head change, but sometimes that's easier said than done.
plus it gives me liquid courage, and the others are more likely to call me in a poker game.

I smoke too. But I gave up alcohol and don't drink it anymore. I only play casino games online, at home or at work. I usually drink coffee, which energises me and helps me concentrate better.

Poker_Mike · Feb 27, 2026

jaymfc said:
I smoke before doing anything, no matter what it is, but also like tequila shots while playing,
Never plan on getting drunk, just a light head change, but sometimes that's easier said than done.
plus it gives me liquid courage, and the others are more likely to call me in a poker game.

I don't know what you think you need "liquid courage" for - your poker game is just fine as it is.

If you have a headache or experience some arthritis or back pain that is distracting you from performing your best - then IMO a little pain numbing is appropriate.

But my standard answer is....that anything that makes you lose contact with the feel of the game or your opponent(s) behavior or lose the ability to perform some basic poker math - is not good for your game in the long run.

The words I don't want to hear out of my mouth after a few margaritas is, "Who cares? I'm all in!" Especially on a bad draw LOLOLOL

Ruslan L · Feb 27, 2026

I used to smoke and drink to relax. But after my heart attack, I now just take pills to relax, which I carry in all my pockets.

userX · Feb 28, 2026

I almost always drink and smoke while playing. I even think that if I quit smoking, it will be difficult for me to play, and I might even stop playing for a while.

sibkaz · Feb 28, 2026

One person stopped drinking, smoking and other nasty things... First, the hump grew, and then the wings came out...)))

MishkaZL · Feb 28, 2026

I don't smoke. I drink alcohol depending on the situation and my mood. When I go to play, I'm usually in a good mood. I often drink beer. Sometimes, if I'm with friends, I might have something stronger.

10gerka · Feb 28, 2026

Before going to play at the casino, I prefer to be rested and energized to play for many hours and be quite focused.

nasty bent gorilla · Mar 1, 2026

Nicotine and caffeine to sharpen you, while a little alcohol smoothes you out. A winning combination for gambling, snooker, and arguing etc.

infonazar · Mar 4, 2026

jaymfc said:
I smoke before doing anything, no matter what it is, but also like tequila shots while playing,
Never plan on getting drunk, just a light head change, but sometimes that's easier said than done.
plus it gives me liquid courage, and the others are more likely to call me in a poker game.

I don't drink alcohol when I gamble. A few times I got drunk and lost more than I could afford. After that, I just promised myself not to do it again, and I'm keeping my word

Antonio777 · Mar 5, 2026

Try to never drink when gambling period. I break every now and then with a couple beers. I smoke, not nicotine, it helps me focus. I also make sure I have a couple of my Anxiety meds with me.

I do use nicotine ,excuse me, I smoke about one cigar a day. I was a two pack a dayer myself up until 2020-2021. But like Jay, it cost way to much for 2 packs of Cigarettes. $12.00 + when I quit.

Peace
Tony

Mart1194 · Mar 5, 2026

I don't go to casinos.
But no, I wouldn't drink or smoke to go to one.

If one day I have the opportunity to go on one, it will be just for fun and spending money without pretending to return lol

Lena M · Mar 5, 2026

I play at home, only online. I don't have any special preparation for the game, but the most important thing for me is to finish all my household chores so that I don't have any additional tasks to do during the game. During the game, I usually drink tea or juice.

Ch3tz · Mar 5, 2026

I play at home.

YLAN · Mar 9, 2026

I smoke a lot during gambling live. After all is set & done, a whiskey for the road to wrap things up.

Its the way I've always done but I want to stop the smoking part... so help me God!

Sunz of Beaches · Mar 10, 2026

Me personally I completely stopped drinking Alcohol some time ago already and it was some of the best decision i ever made. So nope.

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