Smoking and poker

#1 May 11th, 2018, 12:00 AM

I recently quit smoking but I used to chain smoke while I played.

Do you believe we should be able to smoke cigarettes while we play, or do you like the non smoking trend?

#2 May 11th, 2018, 12:04 AM

While playing online, you can do what you want, but if you managed to quit, it would be a bad idea to start again. Quitting is a nice achievement.
For live poker, no people shouldn't be allowed to smoke while playing, and they aren't. If you want to smoke, you can do it during the breaks.

#3 May 11th, 2018, 12:57 AM

I don't think there is any correlation between the two things. Smoking is an awful habit regardless and if poker or something else is enabling you to do it, then one of the two needs to go. Maybe if you really want to play poker, find something you can do to occupy yourself, like maybe music, snacks, or something to fidget with like a rubik's cube.

#4 May 11th, 2018, 2:11 AM

Not live, that'd be too disturbing too others. Online, still bad lol.

#5 May 11th, 2018, 3:52 AM

If everyone agrees, sure.
I'll stick to the smoke-free rooms though.

#6 May 11th, 2018, 4:50 AM

I believe smoking does not give absolutely anything, I myself smoked for seven years, but at one point I stumbled on the Internet on the book of Allen Carr, an easy way to quit smoking, first I was alerted how the book can help stop smoking but still decided to read it and About a miracle I have not smoke for three years already and I do not think to start and you do not advise my friend, in poker she is definitely not

#7 May 11th, 2018, 5:50 AM

I'm Smoking right now, but I think we should drop this dead case. When I quit Smoking and playing poker, it was enough more strength to the game, more focus and brain very differently works! But again it is a choice each!

#8 May 11th, 2018, 9:27 AM

When I play I'm nervous at some moments and I smoke cigarettes, but smoking is like a habit and I want to quit smoking, and I think it's better not to smoke at all, and when playing and being nervous, it's better to use something tasty and useful!

#9 May 11th, 2018, 10:02 AM

It's quite simple:
Online poker: do as you wish (as long as you aren't harming the people surrounding you)
Live poker: Smoking in a closed area is prohibited so even if you tried to they would kick you out the casino..

#10 May 11th, 2018, 11:37 AM

It’s hard to quit smoking when it’s connected with some other action, when it gets a form of a routine or even a ritual. That’s why people say it’s a real torture when you quit and there’s a morning coffee or a drink with your friends when you feel that there’s something missing. I smoke cigarettes and i know that feeling and thats why i’m talking about routines and every day rituals (drinking coffee, beer or whatever) and i feel there’s no difference if your are a smoker and a poker player. In fact, these two actions are even on a higher level, because it fits somehow together.
I’ve tried to quit a couple of times but a game of poker turned out to be a place of a real temptation.
So i’m still a smoker but you buddy be a better man and show us how the things get decided

#11 May 12th, 2018, 3:55 AM

Try a nicotine gum

#12 May 12th, 2018, 4:53 AM

Day by day it gets harder to smoke in any kind of public place, poker rooms are just following the trend.

#13 May 12th, 2018, 5:21 AM

Originally Posted by matnautico

Day by day it gets harder to smoke in any kind of public place, poker rooms are just following the trend.

Its a good news for us non smokers

#14 May 12th, 2018, 5:55 AM

I to my great regret I can not seem to quit this bad habit and want to quit. In my country, cigarette prices go up every week.(

#15 May 12th, 2018, 5:59 AM

That's why I love playing poker online cause I can smoke. playing live you cant . I drink more playing online as well cause the beer fridge is right under my table where I use computer.

#16 May 12th, 2018, 6:09 AM

I don't smoke personally and never have but if the poker room has great airflow and the tables are large enough i would care if people could smoke. My only reason to say no would be if the smoke was always in my face so yes based on hvac systems in building/room and table sizes.

#17 May 12th, 2018, 7:43 AM

Originally Posted by Joshua_Kane

I recently quit smoking but I used to chain smoke while I played.

Do you believe we should be able to smoke cigarettes while we play, or do you like the non smoking trend?

First of all, good on you for giving up smoking. I wish you all the best, in your quest to kick the habit (smoking).

I like the non-smoking trend or in my country, non-smoking law.

In New Zealand, you would not be able to smoke at a casino poker table. Smoking has been banned, in all indoor spaces, at hospitality venues. This means people can no longer smoke inside places such as bars, gaming venues, clubs, restaurants, etc. Casinos do have outdoor areas for those wishing to smoke, but no poker tables or gaming machines in those areas.

I have never smoked, but if I ever get lung cancer, it will be as a result of passive smoking at poker home games. In the early/mid 1970’s, I would meet with some friends once a week, for a session of five card draw. Most were smokers and are all now dead.

#18 May 12th, 2018, 9:17 AM

I do smoke 2-4 cigarettes daily and sometimes never smoke for few weeks. Yah it is a bad habit in any form and one should try to get rid of it.

#19 May 12th, 2018, 9:29 AM

I also smoked a lot when I lost the decisive distribution in the game and was very nervous, now I quit smoking and try very hard not to be nervous and calmly play and calmly endure strikes.

#20 May 12th, 2018, 9:52 AM

Previously, I smoked a lot and often.
A year ago, I got rid of this habit. I believe, that there is no need for smoking.
Moreover, I think I started playing poker better.

#21 May 12th, 2018, 1:48 PM

Every person should decide whether to smoke him or not. Poker is nothing to do with.

#22 May 12th, 2018, 2:07 PM

lol for me stop smoking was easy just change it with bear or some alcohol

#23 May 12th, 2018, 5:55 PM

even when I smoked, I did not like being in smoky rooms

#24 May 12th, 2018, 6:09 PM

I do not smoke and I do not like when someone smokes at me. Smoking just needs to be banned as harming a person.

#25 May 12th, 2018, 6:28 PM

I think that smoking does not affect the game of poker! if you do not know what are your chances of a bank or the number of outs, then cigarettes will not help you in any way!

#26 May 12th, 2018, 6:51 PM

i smoke while i play, i dont think it affects anyones game

#27 May 12th, 2018, 7:02 PM

In this matter, it's much easier for me. I have not smoked for several years))

#28 May 12th, 2018, 7:17 PM

I know how bad the health and the worse playing online is usual I light a cigarette during the tournament, I wonder when I will play a tournament live as it will be, because I am conditioned to smoke and play and at the table can not do it, it. I have to have a lot of willpower and with this addiction, because I love playing poker makes me relax and poker will try this feat. I'll start now!

#29 May 12th, 2018, 7:31 PM

I used to smoke while playing my game and not be varied by smoking, but cabals and superstitions when playing never know

#30 May 12th, 2018, 7:49 PM

I hate smoke while playing .... I prefer eat something

#31 May 12th, 2018, 7:51 PM

Originally Posted by Joshua_Kane

I recently quit smoking but I used to chain smoke while I played.

Do you believe we should be able to smoke cigarettes while we play, or do you like the non smoking trend?

What did you use to help you quit?
I smoked for over 20 years but have not smoked in 4 years 2 months thanks to vaping
Better with young children in house
Good luck

#32 May 12th, 2018, 8:00 PM

If my personal opinion is that I smoke for many years and I like the breaks to go smoke and think about their hands.

#33 May 12th, 2018, 8:38 PM

Why chain smoke anything?
Besides, the more oxygen we can obtain cant hurt us...

#34 May 12th, 2018, 8:50 PM

I like to play poker and smoke (mostly weed, rarely cigarettes), but I agree with banning smoking in indoor public places. Smoking is not something that can be kept to yourself, it effects the air around you and give others no choice in breathing it in.

Vaping should be allowed, in moderation. No massive clouds so you cant see the table, the last time I played with my friends it was like that aha.

#35 May 12th, 2018, 9:56 PM

Dear Joshua,

I have not smoked in many years and now even the smell of cigarette smoke in someone's clothes is very noticeable. Even if people are not actively smoking, being seated next to a heavy smoker can affect my game a little. I realize it is not their fault and at one time I was a smoker too. It usually just reminds me that it is great that I have quit. I recently played a home game where people were smoking cigars and I couldn't stay, which is a shame because I was winning. Every time I see this one guy now, he keeps reminding me that I took the money and didn't give anyone a chance to win it back. I don't want to make him feel bad for smoking like people did to me when I smoked, so I say I just wasn't feeling well. I am sure he is wondering why I have never come back for a game. I should probably come up with an answer to that.

Good luck to you,
Brian

#36 May 12th, 2018, 10:11 PM

This day and age smoking is not allowed at any tables in cardrooms I know of. I can quit for months at a time , but unfortunately I am back to smoking. But no matter where I am I only smoke outside and always stay 20 feet away from anyone that doesn't want to deal with the smoke. Common courtesy.

#37 May 12th, 2018, 10:21 PM

Quit smoking about 3 years ago; when I did smoke, I did not smoke in my house. So I would wait for the breaks or sometimes afk during tourneys, run outside and smoke as fast as possible. I would stand outside the front door of house, didn't matter if it was 20 below outside or a downpour, don't miss it at all

#38 May 12th, 2018, 11:24 PM

I remember the days of smokers being allowed to light up in poker rooms. It made the experience pretty awful for almost everyone who was playing.

Most casinos have a smoking area that one can use when on a tournament break or when taking a break from a cash game. That seems to be a good compromise, I think.

And, given the laws in most jurisdictions, you will not see smoking coming back into poker rooms.

Still, I do understand some smoker's point being; if smoking is legal and is such a cash cow for governments, how can it be so restricted?

I, for one, do not miss the days of going home and needing a shower (or two) to get the smoke out of my skin and hair and needing a sealed laundry hamper for my clothes.

#39 May 12th, 2018, 11:46 PM

Hopefully and smoking is allowed in live events, but I understand why not, it is uncomfortable for other players.

#40 May 15th, 2018, 7:05 PM

I cant image myself playing without smoking tbh. It really helps me to calm. Altough, I guess if i quit smoking for good, I wouldn't need a cigarette while playing poker as well.

#41 May 15th, 2018, 7:12 PM

im more a non smoking. its bad for your health and others around you. if you go outside and smoke no problem

#42 May 15th, 2018, 7:21 PM

Originally Posted by Joshua_Kane

I recently quit smoking but I used to chain smoke while I played.

Do you believe we should be able to smoke cigarettes while we play, or do you like the non smoking trend?

Your question makes as much sense as if someone asked if it would be ok while sitting at a table playing poker, to be able to go over to each of their opponents while standing up and bending over next to their faces and arbitrary farting at each of them.

Public smoking is and has been a dying function for quite a few years now, so your question is without forethought [IMHO].

As others here have noted, should you desire to smoke there are always designated brakes during tournaments for those who so wish to do so.

#43 May 15th, 2018, 7:43 PM

I do not like it and I do not think it helps me in my game

#44 May 16th, 2018, 5:22 PM

Originally Posted by Jam_V92

Hopefully and smoking is allowed in live events, but I understand why not, it is uncomfortable for other players.

Uncomfortable? Don't you mean DEADLY?
That shit is poison!!

Now if we are talking about weed... deal me in!

#45 May 16th, 2018, 5:36 PM

Hi.
Unfortunately, I still have not got rid of this bad habit.
Although I regularly try to quit smoking, but so far there is no desired result.
Good luck.

#46 May 16th, 2018, 5:47 PM

Originally Posted by Newzooozooo

Hi.
Unfortunately, I still have not got rid of this bad habit.
Although I regularly try to quit smoking, but so far there is no desired result.
Good luck.

If you really want to quit, just stop buying them and stop smoking them. Sure life will suck for about a month, but you'll get over it and move on.

I quit when I was in my early 20s, I'm 48 now.

#47 May 16th, 2018, 5:50 PM

I played when you could smoke at the table and really it's distracting. I smoked for 20 years and when they didn't allow smoking at the table any longer it really hurt my game having to get up to leave and have one. It's better for everyone not having this at the table though. The only player is should distract of inconvenience is the smoker. They signed up for it!

#48 May 16th, 2018, 5:54 PM

Originally Posted by Smokewood

If you really want to quit, just stop buying them and stop smoking them. Sure life will suck for about a month, but you'll get over it and move on.

I quit when I was in my early 20s, I'm 48 now.

This is an interesting tip. I will try to. Thank you.

#49 May 16th, 2018, 7:02 PM

[QUOTE = Joshua_Kane; 4371657] I recently quit smoking but used chain smoking while playing.

Do you think we should be able to smoke cigarettes while gambling, or like the trend of smoking? [/ QUOTE]

Hi 👋, the truth is better not to smoke, I also quit smoking. More by law, you can not smoke indoors, so from there I do not smoke. And with the cigar poker change it by water and candy. I also feel better healthier. What I recommend is that and not smoking again. This well in live tournaments do not stop smoking. But you have to make the break. Greetings.

#50 May 16th, 2018, 7:06 PM

I smoke cigarettes while playing poker it lets me relax a little

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