Why do those who don't win keep on playing?

Shuem · Dec 12, 2023

Wouldn't it be better to move on to something that gives returns for the time and effort that this game takes?

Poker Orifice · Dec 12, 2023

Shuem said:
Wouldn't it be better to move on to something that gives returns for the time and effort that this game takes?

What do you know about this game? It'd seem not very much... not very much at all.

Andyreas · Dec 12, 2023

Can't speak for others. I am slightly profitable but not worth mentioning broken down as an hourly rate.

But to answer your question in a simple way: because I enjoy playing poker and of course hoping for the big bink some day. 🤓

Last but not least:
Most hobbies cost money after all. Rarely any bring a decent profit. So if poker is your hobby, no need for a big income, imho. 🤷🏻‍♂️

alabos · Dec 12, 2023

I dont play with big money.....but i love the game and that why i play poker..

markdias · Dec 12, 2023

Many people play for fun, because they like the game, of course the vast majority play for money, but from what you're saying, it includes professionals who make a living from poker, so they dedicate all their available time to poker, so that What you said is not relevant to these two types of players...

rsparente · Dec 12, 2023

I play for fun and to improve my game skills and mind control, also have read that poker is good to prevent elder mental illness.

Anytime, I may win a big tournament.

Peteski84 · Dec 12, 2023

I am not playing to get rich. Its about the enjoyment of the game. Profiting is just a perk if achieved.
Is there no point in running a marathon, unless your trying to win?
Is there no point in going to the gym, unless you are trying to become a hulk?
Is there no point enjoying your life, if you know its not going nowhere?

German629 · Dec 12, 2023

Why do I continue to play in Poker?!. Hm, the cause № 1, as always is very simple and banal: because I very like to play in the different kinds of Poker!
And the cause № 2: I hope to earn more money eventually!.. And this Me is motivating! And therefore to be continued!..

hardongear · Dec 12, 2023

20+ year micro/low stakes winning player. Define significant? I don't make a living playing and some years I might not make much. But over 20+ years I've paid off 3 car loans early, taken a few vacations paid for by poker and have bought a number of Xmas and birthday gifts for others from poker profits. Plus paid for other hobbies such as sim-racing(not cheap) and photography again not a cheap hobby.

But you know what? I'd be still playing even if I was a break even player or even a small loser. Why? Even as a break even player poker would still be the cheapest hobby I ever had in my whole life. I'll also bet most people play because they enjoy it and because it's a hobby.

I'll also echo what Poker Orifice said above "What do you know about this game? It'd seem not very much... not very much at all"

Cheers!!!

Debi · Dec 12, 2023

Most people are playing for the enjoyment of the game - poker is not a get rich scheme. Those who are highly successful continue for the same reason they started.

It is a long term endeavor - not a short term win.

AndyFio · Dec 12, 2023

I think for many people poker is not a way to make money, but a lifestyle. For many, this is a hobby, it’s like horse racing or sports betting, many can no longer live without this process and it’s the same in poker.

Pokerpoet2 · Dec 12, 2023

I could happily play Poker for Jelly Beans, It has never concerned me How much I could win, as money is not a problem for me, I have no mortgage to worry about as I paid that off years ago, I live fairly comfortable, off a Private Pension I invested in for many years, along with a Government Pension and a Works Pension I have so much money rolling in now I have to pay Tax on it.
Poker for me has nothing to do with making Money! even in Live game situations where I am playing for bigger Prize Pools than I would On-line, I Play because I enjoy playing. Poker is much, much more than just a way of making money, It is the Social interaction and meeting interesting People from all over the World that appeals to me, and even if you are playing against someone who doesn't speak your native tongue, Poker has an International Language of it's own, as everyone understands the rules and how the game is played.
Poker is Fun, and while I can afford to lose a few Dollars now and again, I really don't care as long as I am enjoying the games I play. Winning the Game is the most important aim for me, not the Money I can make, If I won a ton of Jelly Beans I would give them all away, because I don't like Sweets. Likewise if I won a Ton of Money my Wife and Kids would get most of it. Because I don't need it.

When the Fun Stop's, STOP!

dzsire · Dec 12, 2023

Those who don't have time to develop themselves still sit in, just for fun.
If you play it at a professional level, you can expect to improve your game and win bigger and bigger ones by increasing the stake.
For most people, poker is really just a hobby in addition to work.

Goggelheimer · Dec 12, 2023

Winning is not the main goal but a nice side effect.
If you express it in an hourly rate it's not worth it at the moment.
But as freeroll to lowest microstackes player time will show what will be the profit after lets say 2 years.
bankroll building from 0 needs some time to be able to play upper midstackes tournaments safely (in bankroll management view).
A bankroll of lets say 2 to 2.5 k is not built in a day.

Funtast · Dec 12, 2023

I have never won anything anywhere. Thats probably the only reason to continue.

NotADonk · Dec 12, 2023

Andyreas said:
Can't speak for others. I am slightly profitable but not worth mentioning broken down as an hourly rate.

But to answer your question in a simple way: because I enjoy playing poker and of course hoping for the big bink some day. 🤓

Last but not least:
Most hobbies cost money after all. Rarely any bring a decent profit. So if poker is your hobby, no need for a big income, imho. 🤷🏻‍♂️

That's pretty much the same for me. I play for fun. My hourly rate is below mininum wage but I hope for the big win.

LaNimmer · Dec 12, 2023

Just for the pure entertainment value. I stopped using my own funds awhile ago and find playing just as enjoyable. A few CC freerolls a week and I am having fun and making a pennies sometimes. Poker has never been about the money. It's great exercise for the older mind.

GERSteven · Dec 12, 2023

Not everything in life I do for profit, sometimes I just do it for the fun of it.

I love gambling in general as well as strategy games and
You can learn a lot from both when playing poker. It might seem like a simple game, but that's far from the case.

Emily Trott · Dec 12, 2023

Shuem said:
Wouldn't it be better to move on to something that gives returns for the time and effort that this game takes?

If I wasn't getting returns from: playing poker, shooting, reading, volunteering to instruct new shooters, donating blood, and numerous other things, I would definitely find something else to spend my time and effort on. However I do get returns from all of those things as I enjoy doing them, and with some I get the extra enjoyment and personal satisfaction of helping others. There is more to life than money and I'll leave you with the words of a song. Merry Christmas!

"Don't have to buy me diamonds and pearls
Champagne, sables and such
I never cared much for diamonds and pearls
But honestly honey, they just cost money
Give me your hand when I've lost the way
Give me your shoulder to cry on
Whether the day is bright or gray give me your heart to rely on
Send me the warmth of a secret smile
To show me you haven't forgot
Now and forever, that always and ever
Little things mean a lot"

Miyagi not miyaji · Dec 12, 2023

Poker is a hobby for a lot of people so it doesn't have to be profitable, actually most hobbies make you lose tons of money.

Niykk · Dec 12, 2023

Because we love it.

john_entony · Dec 12, 2023

Shuem said:
Wouldn't it be better to move on to something that gives returns for the time and effort that this game takes?

If I won big money, I wouldn't play poker anymore. That's the point! We're all living with dreams and hopes! But I must admit that I've played in tournaments where I've won some money. I don't invest a dime in poker. If less fishes were making chips with rebuys and add-ons, I'm pretty sure I'd be playing in the Sunday Million Main Event every week.

Dzill_230 · Dec 12, 2023

Hello everyone. I am a very adventurous person by nature and I have realized that I enjoy the process of playing. I continue to play despite the fact that it has been two months now without any profits. When answering a question in a psychologist's questionnaire, I couldn't separate why I play poker. 50% is for the opportunity to earn money, and 50% is for the thrill, emotions, and other reasons.

Luvepoker · Dec 12, 2023

Why do people do any hobbies, because they enjoy them. I enjoy playing poker and my enjoyment is what counts the most. While it would be nice to win millions playing poker its not always about the money.

Poker Orifice · Dec 12, 2023

If your main reason for playing poker isn't 'for the love of the game', your chances of becoming profitable at it are low.

Every player I know who is making (or has made) decent money at this game on a consistent basis LOVES the game of poker! Which happens to be the same reason why so many of us also play the game.

I was thinking about going to play some Forza on my xbox today. But I'm not set up for streaming it and therefore won't be making a cent at it. WTF am I thinking!??!?! I'm not going to go and play Forza now. I'm gonna go out and drive like a maniac while delivering some pizzas so I can at least make some money at it. (PS - thanks for steering me in the right direction)

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