Emotions control my game

vitord_9 · Jun 15, 2023

I've been playing poker for over 5 years and I've noticed that my life outside of poker, my emotions and some other things hinder my performance, today I'm sure that to be the best at this game, you need to be focused regardless of the rest, and that's often it seems impossible, but I think that any player who manages to nullify all this has everything to be a winner.

successlaw · Jun 15, 2023

Yes you have to forget about all day by day problems when you play the game

A kiravio · Jun 15, 2023

Yes, it is something fantastic to be able to devote yourself completely to a poker game, this means that you have escaped your responsibilities or you can forget their pressure on you for a while.After a busy day or some events that are not very good, we are often tempted or fall prey to the emotions and starts that spontaneously take over us, we are often aware of them but We are stubborn and stick to the hasty and wrong decision. I believe that emotions are not the same for each person, it's a different reaction, think positively and then emotions are easy to controlled 😏

Cooking · Jun 15, 2023

I deal with my emotions a lot better now, but sometimes I notice that I make bad plays when I decide to play poker when I'm feeling anxious or stressed. I know I shouldn't play when I'm not 100% focused because it usually it never ends well.

infonazar · Jun 15, 2023

vitord_9 said:
I've been playing poker for over 5 years and I've noticed that my life outside of poker, my emotions and some other things hinder my performance, today I'm sure that to be the best at this game, you need to be focused regardless of the rest, and that's often it seems impossible, but I think that any player who manages to nullify all this has everything to be a winner.

The emotional state of the player is definitely very important. Players who control their emotions make better, more deliberate decisions. If I feel stressed, I just don't start the game, because playing on emotions will most likely lead to mistakes and losses.

dannystanks · Jun 15, 2023

Do everything you can to get those emotions under control. It took me a long time to figure that out.

jonaselloco · Jun 15, 2023

vitord_9 said:
I've been playing poker for over 5 years and I've noticed that my life outside of poker, my emotions and some other things hinder my performance, today I'm sure that to be the best at this game, you need to be focused regardless of the rest, and that's often it seems impossible, but I think that any player who manages to nullify all this has everything to be a winner.

Emotions must be controlled inside and outside of poker
If you don't control your emotions in poker, you won't get good results.
For example, a tilt is an emotion. You feel ruined by a badbeat and automatically the next hand you go all-in.
That does not work.
The badbeat is the thermometer of emotions.
Greetings

mattiebumpo · Jun 15, 2023

When I have a lot of stress or life pressures, I do not play poker for any significant sums of money. If I play for money, I only play small buy ins knowing that it is more for entertainment purposes rather than realistically expecting to win. If I play for a significant buy in (more than $100 USD), I want to be at my best mentally and without distractions. If I can't do that, I don't play.

istbno · Jun 17, 2023

Controlling emotions in poker is essential for making rational decisions and maximizing your chances of success. Here are some strategies to help you manage your emotions:

Awareness: The first step in controlling your emotions is to be aware of them. Pay attention to your emotional state and how it may be affecting your decision-making. Recognize when you're feeling frustrated, angry, or anxious, as these emotions can cloud your judgment.
Take Breaks: If you find yourself experiencing strong emotions, consider taking a short break from the game. Stepping away from the table or logging out of an online session allows you to regain composure and clarity. Use this time to relax, breathe deeply, and refocus your mindset.
Practice Emotional Detachment: Cultivate an attitude of emotional detachment from the outcomes of individual hands or sessions. Understand that variance is a natural part of poker, and short-term results should not dictate your emotional state. Focus on making correct decisions based on the information available rather than fixating on immediate results.
Maintain a Balanced Perspective: Remind yourself that poker is a long-term game. Even if you experience a bad beat or a string of losses, understand that variance evens out over time. Maintain a balanced perspective by recognizing that short-term fluctuations do not define your overall skill or potential for success.
Utilize Deep Breathing and Relaxation Techniques: Deep breathing exercises and relaxation techniques can help you calm your mind and regulate your emotions. Practice deep breathing by inhaling deeply through your nose, holding your breath briefly, and exhaling slowly through your mouth. This can help reduce tension and bring a sense of calmness.
Focus on Process, Not Results: Instead of fixating on winning or losing, shift your focus to the process of making optimal decisions. Concentrate on analyzing the situation, evaluating probabilities, and considering the long-term strategy. Emphasizing the process helps you detach from the emotional attachment to outcomes and maintain a clearer mindset.
Seek Support: Surround yourself with a supportive poker community or find a mentor who can provide guidance and help you manage your emotions. Sharing experiences and discussing challenges with others who understand the game can be beneficial in gaining perspective and developing emotional control.

Remember that controlling emotions in poker is an ongoing practice. It takes time and self-awareness to develop emotional resilience. By implementing these strategies and maintaining a disciplined approach, you can improve your ability to make rational decisions and navigate the emotional aspects of the game more effectively.

werty328 · Jun 17, 2023

yes, sometimes it happens that emotions prevail over the game and everything goes very badly and it is not possible to concentrate

ElScorcho008 · Jun 18, 2023

Emotions can ruin your game. Try to keep them in check or you will make mistakes

sincos · Jun 18, 2023

You need to do psychological self-hypnosis in advance ...

vnnby · Jun 18, 2023

one must always think critically in every hand played, small wins = big pot

German629 · Jun 18, 2023

Very difficult to discuss about the Emotions... Because Emotions is most basic and important functions of Human in any case, including and Poker...
But I know exactly one: Emotions were, have and will! Otherwise We finish to be the People, and becoming Cyborgs!.. And this will sadly...

takinitSLEAZEE · Jun 19, 2023

I think the only emotion I try to worry about while playing is happy.

If I'm not having a good time while I'm playing, then I'm going to worry about all the other distractions in my life like bills and the dog's glucose strips and my brother-n-laws surgery coming up in 8 days and all that stuff. Not that it's not important (Gary) but the cards aren't going to play themselves (I'm referring to live poker) so for me, I have to be in the hand at all times and having a good time doing it. Life's too short, vitord. Enjoy every moment. GL man.

dreamer13 · Jun 19, 2023

People suppress unwanted emotions in order to change or suppress the emerging emotion and create a favorable mental state, or at least give the appearance of such a mental state. Some people get it, some don't.If a person has no reason to muffle, redirect or deny an emerging emotion, then his response behavior will automatically correspond to this emotion.

Gallarado777 · Jun 19, 2023

I agree with you if a player has nothing to distract him while playing poker and he maintains a good stance and may not be angry and his patience is iron, then he can easily win poker and very easily achieve good results and raise money quickly, and in life these qualities are very decisive, and if a person has such qualities, he will get a lot of success in life

Ketoupitou · Jun 19, 2023

Do whatever you need to do to be 100% focus on the game if you can. It's a long process but it's worth.

Pokerpoet2 · Jun 19, 2023

vitord_9 said:
I've been playing poker for over 5 years and I've noticed that my life outside of poker, my emotions and some other things hinder my performance, today I'm sure that to be the best at this game, you need to be focused regardless of the rest, and that's often it seems impossible, but I think that any player who manages to nullify all this has everything to be a winner.

It's not just problems in your Life that can cost you when playing Poker, Bad Beats and Suck-outs can also make you lose control of your emotions and ultimately the game. Once I came up against a short stack who shoved all-in on the Turn and I had a Full house, so naturally I called, he had 2 pair and Spiked a bigger Full house on the River so although I was down a few chips I clawed my way back up and found myself up against this player again moving all-in on the River, only this time he had a Full house like me only mine was bigger this time and it was goodnight from him.
As they say "what goes around, comes around" Karma is sweet.

Gh0stL · Jun 19, 2023

Hi, yes you have to get good self control, a stay focus when you play poker, and not allow of emotions because if you don’t control well, you should take bad decisions.

DiegoRamos · Jun 19, 2023

vitord_9 said:
I've been playing poker for over 5 years and I've noticed that my life outside of poker, my emotions and some other things hinder my performance, today I'm sure that to be the best at this game, you need to be focused regardless of the rest, and that's often it seems impossible, but I think that any player who manages to nullify all this has everything to be a winner.

You are correct, your mental state is extremely important to be a winning player.

But here are some tips:
See first what is happening to you, whether it is anger, hatred, or simply simpler problems.
After identifying the origin of your problem, you need to act in focus, and not simply put it aside or put a lid on top and forget it in the fire, because we know what happens to a pressure cooker forgotten in the fire, it explodes.
Every human being has problems with thoughts, the ideal is to learn to perceive and dominate them... knowing the origin makes this dominance easier.
Avoid having sad emotions, regardless of the origin of your problem, being cheerful, happy, you keep dark thoughts further away, consequently leaving problems in the background.

But the main thing is to know the origin, do a self-assessment and start acting, that way, things start to walk.

seiya1989 · Jun 19, 2023

I think that maintaining a positive attitude throughout a tournament is essential despite the obstacles that may arise in the tournament, it works for me to play my favorite music keeps me positive, stimulated and cheerful,

June4Spades · Jun 19, 2023

Meditation has really helped me.

Luca Santos · Jun 19, 2023

Not only in the game does external emotion end up influencing. A very strong mind is necessary for just about everything in life.

pokerD · Jun 21, 2023

I think it's important to control emotions when playing, although it's not always easy.

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