Do you play poker when you are stressed?

#1 March 15th, 2020, 2:57 PM

Do you find that it is a good stress reliever, or do you experience more stress from playing?

I myself try not to play poker when I am stressed because I find that I am more likely to make decisions I will regret in the long run at the poker table under these conditions.

#2 March 15th, 2020, 4:12 PM

When I sit down to play (tournament or session, it doesn’t matter), I disconnect from all domestic problems. There is only one poker in my head! Stress is fading into the background.

#3 March 15th, 2020, 5:36 PM

Originally Posted by The Monkey

Do you find that it is a good stress reliever, or do you experience more stress from playing?

I myself try not to play poker when I am stressed because I find that I am more likely to make decisions I will regret in the long run at the poker table under these conditions.

I 100% agree with you. While I do enjoy playing poker and it brings me lots of joy and fun, if I am playing for any meaningful money I will only played with a clear head when my tasks in real life have been taken care of.

Poker at meaningful stakes puts stress on our system whenever we face big decisions, if we are already depleted from other stressors we will end up making emotional instead of rational decisions. So it's best to keep your stress batteries charged up before firing up the tables Do you play poker when you are stressed?

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#4 March 15th, 2020, 5:53 PM

It is not good idea to play poker when you are stressed. Even if you play freerolls or micro games you can much more easily tilt than in normal situation and that is never good.

#5 March 15th, 2020, 5:59 PM

Originally Posted by The Monkey

Do you find that it is a good stress reliever, or do you experience more stress from playing?

I myself try not to play poker when I am stressed because I find that I am more likely to make decisions I will regret in the long run at the poker table under these conditions.

Not. I feel stressed when I play poker. Do you play poker when you are stressed?

#6 March 16th, 2020, 4:10 AM

Hi.
Poker is a hobby for me, and I think it is a great opportunity to get distracted and have fun. But if I am too emotional or upset, I just do not start the game.
Good luck.

#7 March 16th, 2020, 3:54 PM

When stressed, I recommend a physical activity that can get you into flow. Also, I recommend a good philosophy book. Do you play poker when you are stressed?

#8 March 16th, 2020, 4:17 PM

I only play when I'm motivated and when I'm too braided at the start of the game. I speak to my unconscious and repeat the same sentence for several minutes. like for example "I am happy". it helps me relax and improves my concentration. on the other hand at the end of the game I always feel a lot of stress. because I know the variance is harder to beat. to manage this stress. I analyze the game of my opponents. even when I'm not in the spot. I also focus on my breathing.

#9 March 16th, 2020, 4:40 PM

I try not to play poker when I'm stressed, because you can ruin your game very much for a long time.

#10 March 16th, 2020, 4:45 PM

Playing poker can definitely cause stress but to start playing a game when you are already stressed is a very bad idea. If I'm not having a good day or feeling upset or stressed I avoid playing. It is best to only sit down to play when you have positive vibes. Your mentality is very important in the game of poker.

#11 March 16th, 2020, 4:55 PM

Never, to me it is a waste of time to get involved with an MTT and invest time when there are other factors involved. Read something early on that influenced my choice when to play.

Looking to play when I'm mentally, physically and emotionally vested to the event. Nothing bothers more to be 4 to 5 hours into a tournament and loose focus or distraction from something negative that happened that day. Rather spend my time doing something else.

#12 March 16th, 2020, 5:27 PM

You should definitely play poker when the water subsides. In no case can you play in the stress system. You must enjoy the game, otherwise, it loses any value.

#13 March 16th, 2020, 5:40 PM

I agree with some of the other posts that it is not the best idea to play poker online or in person while stressed out. As mentioned it tends to lead to pushing hands one might not usually play.

For me having a clear mind leads to the best results.

#14 March 16th, 2020, 5:52 PM

I�m starting to understand that poker has recently brought me a lot of psychological disorder, stress, it�s very bad, because you don�t notice your mistakes and stress poorly analyze your game and that of your opponent

#15 March 16th, 2020, 7:22 PM

I try and not play when i am stressed, and even if i really want to, i force myself to take breaks

#16 March 16th, 2020, 8:24 PM

I’be played a couple times for quite a lot whole being stressed to get my humor better, but it always will wnd badly on the end ):

#17 March 16th, 2020, 10:01 PM

hi there

actualy i play one game and if not ok i just leave until next day
there is always another day and game
rgds

#18 March 16th, 2020, 10:02 PM

For me, poker is a great stress reliever. I always get positive emotions and enjoyment of the game, regardless of the result.

#19 March 16th, 2020, 10:05 PM

I try to avoid playing poker when I'm stressed. I make too many bad decision when I'm not stressed.

#20 March 16th, 2020, 10:10 PM

The most common reasons for stress at the poker table are frustration, which is the result of the fact that you do not succeed (for example, the last few bluffs you made were solved by opponents), or you are under pressure from other players (for example, your counter was twisted for the fourth time), or you do not get a card (for example, for the umpteenth time you can not close the draw).

All this will be enough to bring the player out of balance, emotions overshadow the mind, increase the level of adrenaline, which also will not allow you to properly focus on making the right decision, your body temperature may rise... All this will turn your head into a red-hot pot, which seems to soon burst from the extremely increased pressure.

#21 March 17th, 2020, 5:14 AM

If I feel stress, I do not play poker, I just go to the bar and get drunk. And I also do not play poker when I am drunk.

#22 March 17th, 2020, 2:17 PM

When I play poker I forget everything negative its just me and poker. Poker healed me from anxiety disorder I think

#23 March 17th, 2020, 2:34 PM

Originally Posted by A fox 666

When I sit down to play (tournament or session, it doesn�t matter), I disconnect from all domestic problems. There is only one poker in my head! Stress is fading into the background.

I live in Ukraine, where stress is a familiar condition and no one pays attention to it. If you mean stress as a reaction to defeats in poker, then I play for fun and at micro limits, so this does not affect me in any way. Do you play poker when you are stressed?

#24 March 17th, 2020, 2:43 PM

I never play stressed, because in my case it leads me to make bad decisions in addition to not enjoying anything Do you play poker when you are stressed?

#25 March 17th, 2020, 2:53 PM

I find that involving stress into poker is a huge detractor. If I�m stressed before I need to clear my thoughts. If I can�t I avoid the playing. If I get stressed at the table I step away or stand up to relieve my stress. There�s too many variables to consider when playing and when emotions are involved mistakes are made. When mistakes are made you opponents profit

#26 March 17th, 2020, 6:31 PM

I don 't play when I'm stressed, out of time, tired. Because nothing good will come of it.

#27 March 17th, 2020, 6:36 PM

Don't do that

#28 March 17th, 2020, 8:49 PM

If I'm feeling stressed or feeling bad, I never start playing poker. I think it's a waste of time and money.

#29 March 18th, 2020, 5:52 AM

I have tried recently keep on playing despite tilt or stress or losses to see what will happen . Of course the same thing I noticed in the past I saw also now .More losses , stupid games , total loss of time (and money , although I have extremelly strict BRM the last years , with the exceptions of some tilt breakdown bankroll disaster moments , due to casino mostly , that's why I stopped casino for more than a month , hopefully FOR EVER ) .
So yes , take a break when you are stressed , or when you have many losses , play another day .

But if you just want to kill time just to feel better , not having sth else better to do , playing a game freeroll or very very low buyin , not at all concerning for your BRM , just to kill time while you watch a video or movie or whatever , I would do that , rarely but it happens . It depends on losses and mood . If I have losses I don't wanna play at all . If I have very bad mood and I am extremelly sad , I don't want to play . If I am a little sad or anxious , wanting to kill my time or to play with sth to forget my worries , I might play a very low buyin game or a freeroll for fun , cashgame or tournament , if I really don't care so much about the outcome because of the low buyin , so I am free to have completely fun , even if I lose in the end Do you play poker when you are stressed?

#30 March 19th, 2020, 1:30 AM

Hello.
I actually never feel stressed. And this is solely due to daily meditation. Meditation is a great way to get rid of negative emotions and get a boost of positive energy.

#31 March 19th, 2020, 3:49 AM

Hi mate.I always enjoy this game no matter if I�m stressed or not..But,obviously,this depends on each person.

#32 March 19th, 2020, 4:03 AM

no, on the contrary I play when I am full, when I am motivated, when I want to destroy the tables, hahaha in other words I play when I feel good, because that makes me make better decisions and so I can get profitability in poker, advice never play when you're stressed, things are not going to go well for you.

#33 March 19th, 2020, 8:33 AM

For sure you can have some fun playing some freerolls games. Of course, it,s better not to play high stakes, if you are stressed. Just take a little rest and play some freerolls without risking your own money.

#34 March 19th, 2020, 9:53 AM

it's best to play when you are focused and rested. a solid mind and body approach. you will always play your best when you feel your best

#35 March 19th, 2020, 10:48 AM

It's not a good idea to play stressed. I think bad decisions will be the result and you won't be able to play your best poker.

#36 March 19th, 2020, 11:05 AM

I like poker, I get high from it when you are among the top 10 out of 4,500 participants, I understand what victory is, even if you have stress, drink a pill and go forward to achievements, I just wish everyone victory.

#37 March 19th, 2020, 11:38 AM

In this state, the game will not do good. I am in such cases to distract from the stress of playing small computer games.

#38 March 19th, 2020, 4:39 PM

stress in poker is not recommended. stress stops us in making important decisions regarding the game. try to play at ease you will immediately increase the amount of money in your pocket

#39 March 19th, 2020, 4:58 PM

I played for a long time when I was stressed, today I prefer not to start when I'm not well.

#40 March 20th, 2020, 12:56 PM

I try not to play when i have stress, but sometimes i can 't hold myself, if i win then i get double pleasure Do you play poker when you are stressed?

#41 March 20th, 2020, 1:09 PM

Ideally, I try not to stress play poker - but that's life and it is impossible to predict or adjust! Sometimes during the game you can time how to get stressful situation and conversely be reduced, and the positive aspects!

#42 March 20th, 2020, 1:55 PM

Of course not ... stress is one of the main reasons why we shouldn't play poker .... if you feel stressed and want to play poker ... first relax a bit ... put your mind calm .... and then play poker ...!

#43 March 20th, 2020, 4:51 PM

Well, for example with the current pandemic going all around playing poker actually makes me take my mind off such stressful things.

Poker is stressful by it self, but if you only play for fun with good bankroll management it can be a distraction from even more stressful things in life.

#44 March 20th, 2020, 5:00 PM

If I try to play poker stressed, probably going to last about 5 minutes, I have founded that the best way of playing it is enjoying play. If you enjoy it, be patient and play smart, for sure I'll see you at the final table Do you play poker when you are stressed?

#45 March 20th, 2020, 5:10 PM

To play poker without too much stress, you need to dissolve in it.

#46 March 20th, 2020, 6:05 PM

yes but only free or stt with low buy-in since generally in that state of mind I always lose, I do it precisely to forget about the world and release stress

#47 March 21st, 2020, 6:22 PM

Poker is one of the smartest cards games and this why i like to play poker

#48 March 21st, 2020, 7:04 PM

Unfortunately, yes.
Recently, I try to deal with it.

#49 March 21st, 2020, 7:39 PM

You can play with play money when you're stressed, but if you play with real money, you could lose all your money.

#50 March 21st, 2020, 8:55 PM

Yes I do! And I always increase my stress ...

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