eetenor
Legend
Loyaler
#1 Quality is focus. If we are focused and present for every opportunity, then our results will reflect that. That also includes the opportunity to fold in the right spots
Like2Play2
Visionary
Platinum Level
Because I only play online poker I think that PATIENCE is the most important.
Also, I only play tournaments, so waiting for opportunities to show up, the right hands in the right positions,
growing my stack nice and gradually. All require patience.
Also, I only play tournaments, so waiting for opportunities to show up, the right hands in the right positions,
growing my stack nice and gradually. All require patience.
Goggelheimer
Legend
Platinum Level
The most essential quality of a poker player is discipline.
Without discipline, even strong skills can be undermined by impulsive decisions.
Discipline allows a player to fold when necessary and avoid chasing losses.
It also helps maintain focus and consistency over long sessions.
Ultimately, discipline is what separates luck from lasting success at the table.
Without discipline, even strong skills can be undermined by impulsive decisions.
Discipline allows a player to fold when necessary and avoid chasing losses.
It also helps maintain focus and consistency over long sessions.
Ultimately, discipline is what separates luck from lasting success at the table.
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tuitui
Enthusiast
Silver Level
I think it is hiding the tells. My childhood friend taught me basics of poker when I was like 7. You have to learn to hide your tells, which was a huge problem for me at that age. When playing live, players are always watching you and trying to figure out from all the signs you put out. Luckily one can play online nowadays.
When playing live, players are always watching you and trying to figure out from all the signs you put out. Luckily one can play online nowadays. 
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anbu210
Enthusiast
Silver Level
Most Essential Quality of Poker player.
1. Controls tiltBad beats, coolers, and suckouts are unavoidable.
Players without discipline chase losses, bluff randomly, or deviate from strategy.
2. Maintains Consistent Decision-Making
A disciplined player makes decisions based on logic, not on frustration, ego, or fear.
3. Enables Bankroll Management
Good players follow proper limits.
Undisciplined players jump stakes → go broke.
4. Keeps Patience
Most hands are folds. Discipline keeps you from getting bored and forcing action.
5. Helps Quit at the Right Time
Knowing when to stop (when tired, tilted, or unfocused) is a winning skill.
6. Supports Long-Term Thinking
Poker is a game of long-run EV.
Emotional discipline keeps you focused on the process, not the short-term outcomes.
Sos1l
Rock Star
Silver Level
If only one: patience (self-control)
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tuitui
Enthusiast
Silver Level
One important factor is discipline and ability to stick with your principles no matter what the situation is. It is being able to stick to your game plan and make decisions based on probabilities, not anger or fear. Discipline is also reflected in risk management and helps one develop himself.
Aleksandr1991
Visionary
Platinum Level
The ability to adjust your dawn and tactics depending on your playing style, shade and changing table dynamics. |