great results after an extended break from poker

I've taken several multi month breaks from playing poker after playing everyday for several months. I tend to eventually run bad and presumable play bad then go about broke. When I do come back its always with great results. Most recently I final tabled 3 for 3 in my first week back. Can anyone help me understand this? I play live mid stakes 6-8 table MTTs and 1-2, 2-5 cash. I normally do pretty good in cash as well after these breaks.

It could be coincidence. It could also be that you get tired of playing and start playing badly. Or besides being bored/tired of poker, you might get tilted, and obviously after the break you will not be tilted (at least not from poker). If it's one of the last two you just need greater self control so that you always play your best.

Thanks for the reply. I think you're right about the last two. I guess what I need to know is how to over come these issues. Has anyone had a similar issue and got past it? How?

It takes time. I think a 2 month break is overdoing it, but a two day break could be a really good thing from time to time though. And as you learn more, you will be able to come to the right decision at the table more often. It's easier to not let your game be affected by your mood when you are more confident in your decisions. Any time that you aren't 100% sure of the best choice in a given situation, your mood can change the way you play. So basically just keep studying and practicing. Setting aside some time for studying during your breaks will probably help you get back on your game.

Sometimes it helps to take a break from something as consuming as poker. If you really do think you play better after a break, you could try incorporating breaks into your overall strategy (i.e. taking more frequent, shorter breaks to keep yourself fresh and maximize you ability).

That's a great experience.Every one has his own regulation of playing and breaking.I think breaking is necessary.2 month break just a summer holiday.Enjoy yourself,then get back to battle.

Takin a break will always give you an upperhnd , because you are more relaxed even if you dont realise it , u think more clearly . And your senses work well .

DaReKa said:

It could be coincidence. It could also be that you get tired of playing and start playing badly. Or besides being bored/tired of poker, you might get tilted, and obviously after the break you will not be tilted (at least not from poker). If it's one of the last two you just need greater self control so that you always play your best.

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I agree with this-
I think it could be after a break it is fresh and new again so you may be paying attention more. You may be enjoying it more which makes it easier to play.
then again it might just be a coincidence.

Nice results, keep rolling Yea it can be just coincidence. But I noticed when I have few days off then I am much more concetrated only on playing poker. And ofcourse it can help to get better results.

I tend to run into the same think. I tend to get impatient after playing too many hours in a short span and start playing garbage hands hoping for a miracle flop. I should take your advice - play shorter hours of more focused cards and it'll probably work out better in the long run.