I just genuinely enjoy this game. The fact that I’ve been playing consistently for more than 10 years already shows how much I love it. Usually I lose interest in hobbies after a year or two, but with poker it’s been a whole decade — and I don’t feel even a hint of burnout.
Poker has a small impact on my life, but it exists. Sometimes I get nervous about having to choose between other commitments and participating in a tournament. It irritates me, especially when I have to withdraw from a tournament.