For me, poker is primarily entertainment, a hobby. But poker is also a source of additional income for me. I make an average of 100-150 dollars a month. It's not enough to pay all my bills, but it's enough for beer for my friendsttorquemada said:
Poker can be fun and a way to make some extra cash. But making it a full-time job? I don’t think that’s a wise move. Like Doyle Brunson said, ‘Poker is a hard way to make an easy living.’ttorquemada said:
I shall reply simply and shortly: on the present time I make a living with Poker. Now is my basic business! Further Time shows!.. That's it!ttorquemada said:
It sounds like you have a realistic perspective on poker as a source of income. Indeed, while winning big in a tournament would be exciting, relying solely on poker income for everyday living expenses can be challenging. It's refreshing to hear that you view poker as a hobby that can occasionally bring in some extra cash. Balancing expectations and recognizing it as a supplementary income stream is a pragmatic approach. Not everyone may grasp the distinction between poker as a pastime and a full-time profession, so your perspective provides valuable insights. Have you found the overall experience of playing poker to be rewarding, even if it's primarily for enjoyment rather than substantial financial gain?nabmom said:
Hi! Thanks for your kind words. I think, for me, playing poker this way is even more enjoyable. This is because I'm not stressing over my volume of play, or being obsessive over my wins/losses to see how well I'm doing. Decoupling playing poker from financial responsibilities is freeing, and lets me enjoy my play, take breaks when I feel like it, and avoid unnecessary pressure when playing. So poker is truly rewarding for me, in many important ways (intellectual and social fulfillment, to name two).s0ftdumps said:
