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[QUOTE="glworden, post: 1023971, member: 35332"]
I wouldn't tilt my whole roll, but I've experienced major dips where I feel like I can't win and I'm losing all the time.   What helps is to take a break, think and read about what you need to get back to, then come back and play your best.

It sounds like a simple thing, but it's hard to do.  Caro says it.  Always play your best.  Be honest: those losing streaks are almost always because you get loose or cocky or sloppy. Bankroll management takes care of the normal luck fluctuations, and bad luck - if you're honest - is rarely the real factor over a long losing streak.

So I simply come back, start at lower limits and concentrate on playing tight aggressive poker.  My stats when doing well show I see 20% flops or less.

You say think of the long term.  I disagree.  It's thinking long term that gets me into trouble.  I want to make this much money or get back the money I lost, and it causes impatient play.  I think of the short term.  What's the best way to play this hand and this session?  I win what I win and have to be happy with that.  My confidence is restored when I have a string of winning sessions, even if those are small wins.

Gary
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