You can choose from a wide variety of games in a real, traditional casino; and much, much more in an online one. Yet of these many games that people are fond of playing, Poker remains to be the top choice for many. There is no denying that poker can draw a crowd – both experts and newbies alike – due to its fun nature. Poker also lets you socialize with other players in the table but still remain competitive. If you have been playing poker for a long time, you already know that your aim is to so simply win the most. That is why poker can be a really great game to play among your friends and family. It is thrilling, stirring, and friendly.
But what every poker player out there wants is to be the best in the game. Poker requires dedication, concentration, and awesome decision-making skills to excel in this game. Poker, despite what many assumes it to be, is not always about bluffing. Today we will give you a list of mistakes beginners tend to commit which are also you are probably guilty of. Bid your farewell to these bad habits and notice how you improve without these. We aim that by the end of this article, you can totally eliminate these bad habits which hinder your becoming a better poker player.
A Bad Day Is Normal, Don’t Let It Affect Your Game
A life without a bad day is a boring life, or so they say. Every poker player must learn that bad days are inevitable. You will experience a day in your life when everything seems to be working against you. You will feel down and upset, of course. But if you are to play poker, you must veer away from letting your emotions decide for you. If you let your emotions take the wheel, your actions may lead you to do desperate moves, chase your losses, etc. and cost you money in the end. It is best to take in all the information – emotions aside – and then decide from there. If you are ever experiencing a bad day, we recommend that you walk away from the table first, perhaps fix yourself a good cup of tea, reset, and go back only when you are certain you won’t let your emotions drive you.
Imitation Is the Highest Form of Flattery – or NOT
Watching professional poker players play on the television is something poker players usually do to learn new techniques. But be careful as you might already be imitating someone else’s play style, worse, you are already copying their bad actions and decisions. The way to be better at poker is to understand the complexities of the game—not imitating someone. It is pleasurable to watch international poker players how they handle a game, but that should be the end of it. If ever you wish to learn more and put your theories into practice, you may always visit CasinoCanada.Online as they offer a wide range of online casino games that you can play in your free time.
Superstitions Are So 1880s!
If you are one of those players that follow a set of superstitions believing they have a better shot at winning the game, then you are fooling yourself. Wearing a lucky shirt, eating your lucky food, singing your lucky song, and even using your lucky shampoo would not even out the luck and randomness of the game. You must not blame yourself – or something – for your losing streak. You must free yourself from the superstitions you thought you should follow if you wish to become a better poker player. Plus, it makes you sound silly.
Bluffing Too Much Makes You Predictable
Most beginners in the game of poker are under the assumption that this specific game revolves around your skill to bluff. While it feels so good when you bluff people out of a pot, this game is not always about bluffing. Poker is all about bluffing just the right amount so other players still believe you when you want them to. Bluffing too often will make you readable, and you do not want that. Do not be predictable.
No, Sky Is Never the Limit
Poker is entertaining and can be quite addictive. A good poker player, however, knows better than to spend more money that what he actually has. You must not play more games especially when you are already in a losing streak. You might probably thinking that you can get out of it if you play one more. That mentality will make you end up in the streets. Even the best of poker players set a limit per night; it is best if you set a limit too. When you hit you limit, pack up, go home, and call it a night. Think that night is not for you. Come back prepared and in a positive mindset.
Fear Will Get You Nowhere
There are two types of poker beginners: those who play fearlessly and those who play as if losing means the end of the road. Poker players who fear too much are usually over-thinkers. Their mindset is one step ahead: either they may lose or they may commit a mistake so serious they could never recover. They would fold until they know they are unbeatable. Do not be like that. Poker is a fun game – so have all the fun in the world and always trust your gut feeling. Folding too often will make you look weak and predictable and that is how you eventually lose in the game.
There you have it! These are just six of the mistakes most beginners in poker commit. Have you identified which ones you are guilty of doing? Prepare to say goodbye to these bad habits. With the right amount of continuous practice, you will notice that you play better than before. If you think we have missed some points, feel free to leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you, Poker enthusiasts!
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Louis Hartwell
Graduated in Media Communication at the University of Lausanne, Louis Hartman is a co-founder of somuchpoker.com. He began his career in Cambodia as freelance journalist. In same time he was making his living by playing poker every night at that time. Intense learner, he read dozens of poker strategy books to improve his skills during many years. With a strong interest about poker "behind the scene" in Asia and his communication skills, Louis launched Somuchpoker in 2014.
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