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Message: [QUOTE="Shells, post: 6428413, member: 75546"] It's true that ANYONE should have some idea how to play poker whether it is online, a home game, etc. before joining a live game. I'm thinking unless a woman is willing to jump into the deep end of the poker pool without knowing a single thing, I'm pretty sure most who try this would be turned off. Playing poker is not much different than any other skill like competition - you still need to expose yourself to the game. Basically, we need to find ways to help women understand poker is much like any other game but there has to be a will to learn and want to play even more because it piques their interest or they see an opportunity to actually make a few dollars or any other legitimate reason. There is STILL that stigma of the illegal backroom cigar smoking group of men that a lot of folks still attach to the game which for those of us who enjoy the game might need to demystify. Live play will generally come down to a personal preference and level of comfort in my opinion. I believe the bigger issue is simply having the opportunity to play live poker and be able to comfortably enjoy the game. If it's important enough, we all need to continue to focus to start somewhere. I agree. Although, I am not a live poker player (not even in a home game but wouldn't be out of the question) I thoroughly enjoy watching live poker. I have zero interest in playing any live games but for those women who do, I believe it's important to at least take steps even though overall the female poker population will likely feel we are 'swimming upstream'. Some of the efforts made will simply need to be repeated and tweaked till there is a noticeable breakthrough. Also, in my opinion, I do believe there can be some ground gained on this topic over time IF the ideas and plans do not fall off - this has to be a priority to make it work and have a lasting effect. [/QUOTE]

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