Why do you play poker?

#1 June 14th, 2019, 4:36 PM

these days I've been thinking a lot about poker, and not just about AQoff, a stack with fold equity, and these things and I came to the question but why do you play poker? I found the question super interesting, since I had never really stopped to think about it. But of course there is a reason. I play for fun. A hobby that I take more and more seriously every day. And you? Play poker because? Have you thought about this simple question, but that can tell you so much, tell us about it.

#2 June 14th, 2019, 5:08 PM

Hey, Maybe i reiterate but playing poker primarily is such a fun for me, especially when i have good hands in time. Second case is that i can win some cash.

#3 June 14th, 2019, 5:10 PM

yes, of course, it is because of love of the game because without it I would have to give up the game. We also have the lucky to join a large community. money is a source of great motivation that motivates me to improve and hope to one day become a profitable player and stop losing all his banckroll. Why do you play poker?

#4 June 14th, 2019, 5:15 PM

I guess I'm addicted, but in a good way. It's a fun and sometimes challenging hobby that requires skill and continuous learning to improve. I like that I can see can that improvement over time. Others call it a sport, but that seems a rather loose interpretation. It does have many of the same mental and attitude attributes, just without the physical activity.

#5 June 14th, 2019, 5:19 PM

Poker is the game that makes me feel alive.That's why I play poker,to feel alive and continue my journey here in the earth.

#6 June 14th, 2019, 6:09 PM

Why not?

#7 June 14th, 2019, 6:12 PM

It's just a game I enjoy playing. I think the idea of the possibility of making money doing something I find so enjoyable is also why it's so appealing to me (even though I hardly ever win anything). If I'm bored, I can just hop on my computer and log into whatever site I have cash in and start playing. It can occupy me for hours and hours at a time unlike anything else. The drawback, however, is it can piss me off more than anything else haha

#8 June 14th, 2019, 6:31 PM

I play for fun. I like to just sit quietly, think a little.

#9 June 14th, 2019, 6:41 PM

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#10 June 14th, 2019, 6:56 PM

I started playing poker simply because of the thrill for learning and enjoying new games, especially those social games with mental stimulation. This is why I play bridge. Lately, I am leaning more and more toward making it a possible avenue for generating income in the future. Right now, I am moving in the direction of becoming a serious player desirous of growing a bankroll and moving up in stakes. I am not at the .10 cent stakes and working freerolls as well as plugging leaks in my game. I am pleased with my performance in live games among my poker buddies. Presently, I am 100 % in the money finishes and hope this continues.

Poker is a blast, as long as you do things the right way, business minded, and avoid the pitfall of addiction and throwing away money needed for your day to day survival.

#11 June 14th, 2019, 7:18 PM

To have fun and make a bit of money from a hobby,instead of spending loads of money on hobbies.

#12 June 14th, 2019, 7:26 PM

I'm playing poker mainly to have fun , cause i like this card game ; and if you understand and accept realities of poker along the way , winnings just keep coming Why do you play poker?

Gl m8

#13 June 14th, 2019, 7:30 PM

I play because it produces adrenaline, I also like the mental challenge of being able to win and make decisions every minute

#14 June 14th, 2019, 7:34 PM

I want to win and have fun~

#15 June 14th, 2019, 8:01 PM

I play to make some pocket money.

#16 June 14th, 2019, 9:43 PM

I have not found for myself more interesting activities than poker.

#17 June 14th, 2019, 9:52 PM

I play for fun Why do you play poker?

#18 June 14th, 2019, 10:06 PM

When I sit down at a table and start playing poker I forget the problems of the day to day, I feel with a great peace and with an injection of adrenaline ... that's why I play poker

#19 June 14th, 2019, 10:09 PM

Because its cheap hobby if you have edge.

#20 June 14th, 2019, 10:21 PM

Originally Posted by maxi_j

Because its cheap hobby if you have edge.

Lol +1 But it's expensive for me now Why do you play poker?

#21 June 14th, 2019, 10:51 PM

I'm just playing to win, the feeling of making big money from little money. I didn't understand those who only play play money. For me, stake-free gaming is an unnecessary time.

#22 June 14th, 2019, 11:01 PM

I play to pass the time and to earn a few extra bucks per month. I'm 73 years old and live on Social Security. Don't win a bunch of money, but every little bit helps. I love to play and it doesn't cost me anything except time. And I have that. Why do you play poker?

#23 June 14th, 2019, 11:01 PM

Play to be semi pro one day! Or fund school. Or take a vacation or just fun and passions

#24 June 15th, 2019, 3:28 AM

I play poker, because I have no other way out, I cannot find work in my city and therefore I play poker and try to earn at least some money to survive.

#25 June 15th, 2019, 6:05 AM

I play poker because I like it and I can not imagine doing anything else and also to make money, today Poker is already my main source of income.

#26 June 15th, 2019, 6:14 AM

I play poker because this is one of my favorite activities, my hobby. In addition, this is a great opportunity and a good reason to meet with friends, chat, share important, useful information. Yes, and not only with friends, you can meet new interesting people and improve your game level by sharing your experience and knowledge. I like to gather at the big round table all together, cook and treat my guests with something delicious, cooked delicacy. It does not hurt some drinks with alcohol. We always have a fun, positive mood, a good friendly atmosphere. I started playing online, unfortunately, less and less. This is due to lack of time, difficult periods of unsuccessful, unhappy games, unpleasant losses. But the most important thing is that poker is what unites people, an image of what gives them the opportunity to solve their games during negotiations. Marketing disputes and conflicts. This is a peaceful game that teaches that any issue can be resolved calmly, at the table, taking into account the interests of other participants. I am against war and violence when pirates or bandits attack people and rob them of money. It�s better to do it beautifully, aesthetically and equally, providing equal opportunities for all. Why do you play poker?

#27 June 15th, 2019, 6:32 AM

Hello.
For me poker is also a hobby. I play for the sake of my pleasure. I hope in the future my hobby will be able to bring me profit.

#28 June 15th, 2019, 2:27 PM

I just love this game. Plus the chance to win money.

#29 June 15th, 2019, 7:26 PM

I like to play poker so much and I have a lot of fun. I like study and learn about poker everyday, I also love playing tournaments and get the final table it feels so good for me and the same when I play cash game, I love play poker and earn money. Hopefully I'll improve my game and I'll reach new stakes and I could have much more fun while playing poker.

I like the idea of play poker as a professional and have a good life for me and my family and just enjoy every moment at the poker table.

#30 June 15th, 2019, 7:35 PM

it means me to calm or angry if i was in rage for my friends. welcome to poker! lol

Originally Posted by xexeu

these days I've been thinking a lot about poker, and not just about AQoff, a stack with fold equity, and these things and I came to the question but why do you play poker? I found the question super interesting, since I had never really stopped to think about it. But of course there is a reason. I play for fun. A hobby that I take more and more seriously every day. And you? Play poker because? Have you thought about this simple question, but that can tell you so much, tell us about it.

#31 June 15th, 2019, 7:37 PM

i personally buy into the dream that mabe one day ill take down a sunday millions tournament and hit it really big but mostly i play just for the love of the game... if i was to deposit �100 on poker chances are i would get more enjoyment out of it than playing �100 on a slot machine with a bigger prospect of making alot more money...and alot more enjoyment... but thats just how i feel im sure we all have our own feelings towards poker Why do you play poker?

robert

#32 June 15th, 2019, 9:40 PM

Play for fun dreaming about money.

#33 June 15th, 2019, 10:34 PM

The answer is the simplest that can be-money.

#34 June 15th, 2019, 11:29 PM

I play for fun.
I play for play chips so money is not the motivating factor.
Winning cash is cool but I play for fun.
Being disabled and chair bound 24/7. poker gives me something to do besides
watching t.v.

#35 June 15th, 2019, 11:46 PM

I play to win money and have fun.

#36 June 16th, 2019, 12:16 AM

Originally Posted by xexeu

these days I've been thinking a lot about poker, and not just about AQoff, a stack with fold equity, and these things and I came to the question but why do you play poker? I found the question super interesting, since I had never really stopped to think about it. But of course there is a reason. I play for fun. A hobby that I take more and more seriously every day. And you? Play poker because? Have you thought about this simple question, but that can tell you so much, tell us about it.

Personally I was having a bad time with my Habitual Life Style, Partying way to hard from Thursday Night right through to Monday morning just before having to return to work...

My Expenditure for Partying Was in excess of �600 each weekend...

After I'd had a melt down, in recovery, I was bed ridden for a while and decided to open my old Party Poker account where i had something like 4,000,000 + in play chips built up over 6-8 years previous... I'd never paid money on Online poker until December 2018...

They say swapping one addiction for another is no good at all, but for me I'm now spending �20-�45 each month instead of the �2400 a month i used to chasing the thrill... Lol

My Probation Officer thinks its a good thing lmao...

The neighbors enjoy the silence with the occasional shout "YEEEESSSS!","I won $5" lol

Poker has saved me from going back, Its a pleasurable distraction...

#37 June 16th, 2019, 4:19 AM

it is an exercise for the mind

#38 June 16th, 2019, 9:04 AM

I just like to play poker. In addition, no one will interfere with extra money.

#39 June 16th, 2019, 3:03 PM

Fun with the hope of winning a little money.

#40 June 16th, 2019, 6:43 PM

It was winning small amount of cash & use it too make more, but now just reaching the final table in tournaments is thrilling for me.

#41 June 16th, 2019, 11:05 PM

I like to play poker, so in general is excellent, we have two in one!

#42 June 17th, 2019, 1:05 AM

Of course I play because it's fun. There's nothing like a successful bluff win. Good feeling. Poker helps with patience too; waiting for the hand to play and win!

#43 June 17th, 2019, 9:29 AM

I play for fun as a hobby to spend time in the game - and sometimes to win to try to win some money, but when I play very well and I win somewhere, it is very good for me, so for me it is a hobby and small earnings, but I try to expand and play on many games to try to win more!

#44 June 18th, 2019, 9:53 AM

I just love this game. This is my favorite hobby which, in addition to pleasure, also brings me profit.

#45 June 18th, 2019, 12:14 PM

I personally play because I enjoy the challenge of trying to outplay my opponents, and the fact that I can also make some extra cash now and then doesn't exactly hurt, either.

#46 June 18th, 2019, 2:38 PM

I play for fun and amusement . I've always enjoyed doing puzzles , solving riddles and playing all types of card games . Poker is like a puzzle that needs to be solved with multiple possible solutions . I love the challenge .

#47 June 18th, 2019, 3:29 PM

money man money Why do you play poker?

poker requires patience that I don't have, so money is the main reason and the adrenalin and joy when u WIN

#48 June 18th, 2019, 5:21 PM

Hi.
I play poker because it is fun, very interesting and useful for the brain.
Good luck.

#49 June 19th, 2019, 3:14 PM

I play poker to make money, but the more I play, I understand that this is an impossible dream. Why do you play poker?

#50 June 19th, 2019, 4:08 PM

Initially for fun, more when I saw that I could make money I got carried away, but it is not easy today I am profitable more and very difficult to maintain

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