Poker is also self-knowledge

[maxstell]

Playing poker, I realized how much my emotional state influences the decisions I make. A bad day, and I play hands that I shouldn't. A good day, and I'm more disciplined. The real challenge is not always on the table, but in oneself.

 

[Brokenlotto]

Definitly, it is a great way to develop self control

 

[Fallenglory]

Yeah when I feel especially bad, like near sick I just skip poker all together. I think a neutral emotion like, concentrated state is best.

 

[Johnvaka]

If I think so

 

[hobojim1247]

Playing poker, I realized how much my emotional state influences the decisions I make. A bad day, and I play hands that I shouldn't. A good day, and I'm more disciplined. The real challenge is not always on the table, but in oneself.

This bit of wisdom needs to be memorized by all poker players who desire to get better.