Well said. I also believe emotional reactions can sabotage your game more than any bad beat. Personally, I get annoyed when someone slowrolls on purpose or when the table atmosphere gets too theatrical. But I try to stay focused on decisions and not let those details throw me off. I really like your idea — realizing that the reaction itself can ruin everything. That’s a mental discipline I truly respect.veryluckyfish7k said:
I totally get you — nothing stings more than a suckout from someone playing absolute garbage. But that’s the chaotic side of poker: in the short run the “clowns” win too, but in the long run discipline and good decisions prevail. I try to focus on the process, not the outcome, even if sometimes it makes you want to slam the laptop shutthedarkman said:
Yeah, exactly — the type of players who shove all‑in with just one card and hope for a miracle. It throws you off in the moment, but it also reminds you how important discipline is in the long run. I try not to let it get to me — if it hits, it hits, but over time those decisions are simply not profitable.moraeskvmi said:
Yeah, I’ve seen that happen too, and it’s pretty frustrating, especially on the bubble. Some players try to exploit every tiny edge, even going after someone who’s sitting out. I get the logic behind it, but it does take away a bit from the competitive spirit. I just try to stay focused on my own game and not let moments like that throw me off.TeUnit said:
Haha, yeah, that can throw me off too when someone talks nonstop. Sometimes it feels more like stand‑up comedy than poker. I still try to stay focused and not let the “show” distract me.armoko said:
I totally get you — nothing is more annoying than someone telling you how you “should have” played, especially when they say it with that superior tone. At some point it’s not feedback anymore, it’s just ego. I do the same: if it happens once, I ignore it, but if it becomes a pattern, mute and move on. I’d rather save my energy for decisions, not pointless debates.belizebum said:
You play your game and let me get on with mine!👍belizebum said: