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sundeck12

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In some games it feels like i forgot playing poker, i don't know what is happening, play totally bad, next day everything is normal, any suggestions?
 
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We all have days like that. Do not play when you are tired and when you are not 100% focused on the game.
 
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miric007 has it. The check I'd add is that after a decent pot, you ask yourself what you thought he had. If there's no answer there, you've stopped reading and started reacting, and that's usually the point to take a break.
 
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sundeck12 said:
In some games it feels like i forgot playing poker, i don't know what is happening, play totally bad, next day everything is normal, any suggestions?
That sounds like brain fog or a subtle form of mental fatigue—it happens to almost every player at some point!
A few quick tips to help manage those off-days:
Recognize it early: As soon as you notice you're making autopilot decisions or feeling lost, quit the session immediately.
Pre-session check-in: Before playing, quickly assess if you're well-rested and focused. If you're tired or distracted, skip playing or stick to studying instead.
Set strict stop-losses: Set a hard rule for how many bad hands or buy-ins you'll tolerate before forcing yourself to step away for the day.
Protecting your bankroll on your off-days is just as important as maximizing wins when you're playing your best game!
 
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