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Message: [QUOTE="Pitonealal, post: 7162577, member: 1052667"] Losing in poker sucks. Sometimes it really hurts. Especially when you lose on the river with what felt like the nuts, and you were already counting the pot. In moments like that, it’s easy to fall apart — to blame the dealer, your opponent, or the whole universe. But the truth is, learning to handle loss is part of the game. And the sooner you accept that, the stronger you’ll become — both as a player and a person. First, allow yourself to feel. Don’t pretend to be a robot who doesn’t care. Anger, frustration, disappointment — all normal. The key is not to take it out on others or make impulsive decisions at the table. Just take 10 minutes to breathe. Step outside, drink some water, unplug for a bit. Second, don’t obsess over it. Poker is a long-term game. One bad beat, even a brutal one, doesn’t define your skill. Today luck wasn’t on your side — tomorrow you might triple up. The goal is to stay calm and let go of what you can’t control. Third, review your hands. Not with a “how the hell did he call that garbage” mindset, but with a curious one: “Did I play this spot the best I could?” Sometimes you played it perfectly and just got unlucky. Other times, there’s room for improvement — and that’s okay. There will always be losses in poker. But that’s what makes the wins feel so damn good. Just don’t lose faith in yourself. Respect the game, keep growing, and keep showing up. Because behind every downswing, there’s an upswing waiting — if you’re read y for it. [/QUOTE]

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