Lessons from Pro Name
Tips from the Pros
Finding the Right Game and the Right Mindset
March, 2009
For me, poker is a game that is meant to be played joyfully, and the path to playing the game joyfully begins with finding the game that’s right for you and entering it in the right frame of mind.
If you’re going to be an emotional prisoner when it comes to your...
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Coin Flips
September 10th, 2008
Whether or not you decide to get into a coin flip situation in poker really depends upon what type of game you’re playing. I’m far more likely to take on one of these challenges when I’m playing in a cash game than when I’m playing in a tournament, and I’m also more likely to do so when I’m playing in a live game as opposed to online...
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Tilt Control
January 24th, 2008
About two years ago, I wrote "On Cavemen and Poker Players", which talked about the importance of learning to control your emotions at the poker table. Since then, I’ve had time to further refine my views on this topic, especially when it comes to the concept...
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How Much Luck? How Much Skill?
March 30th, 2007
The fact is, these kinds of events should have less of an impact on your overall results the more you play.
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Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone
Sept 18, 2006
If you take a shot and lose, you shouldn't have to worry about rebuilding your bankroll from scratch.
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Winning Poker - It's About More Than Money
June 26, 2006
There are a couple of common mistakes new players make that lead them to draw faulty conclusions about the strength of their play.
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On Cavemen and Poker Players
February 6, 2006
Endeavor to leave each session in the same emotional state.
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