luckyfish98
Visionary
Platinum Level
Look at the statistics, the numbers don't lie. What % of each poker game is won and how much is lost but poker links never lose because they always collect 10% of everything
Nikon10000
Rock Star
Silver Level
Poker has both positive and negative sides. Positive aspects include the ability to develop strategic thinking, improve math skills, analytical skills and emotional control. Poker can also offer a social component and get the adrenaline going.
However, there are also negative sides to poker. When left uncontrolled, poker can lead to problems with gambling addiction and loss of finances. Some people may experience stress, and others may engage in dishonest or illegal activities.
Ultimately, evaluating the positives and negatives of poker will depend on a person's individual interests, goals and circumstances.
However, there are also negative sides to poker. When left uncontrolled, poker can lead to problems with gambling addiction and loss of finances. Some people may experience stress, and others may engage in dishonest or illegal activities.
Ultimately, evaluating the positives and negatives of poker will depend on a person's individual interests, goals and circumstances.
Pokerpoet2
Legend
Loyaler
I think what you really mean is the Poker "Sites" never lose because they rake 10% off the top for every game, Sure they do because they need to make a Profit and the only way they can do that is from a percentage rake off everyone, casinos do it, so why not on-line poker sites?
The thing is that not everyone can be patient and create a bankroll from Zero to several hundred Dollars, because they are in too much of a hurry trying to get "Rich".
Poker is not an easy way to achieving Wealth! It takes hard work and a lot of practice, and while you are practicing, it is going to cost you, It's the simple truth, For every player who works at the game, and can create a BR from nothing, there are Hundreds or even Thousands of other players who think the answer is to throw money into a poker site and if it does not go well, then throw in a little bit more.
I have always played for free! and even now if I buy-in to a game for $5/$10 dollars and lose, I lose nothing because the money was never mine to begin with, I have never deposited on any Poker Site, and built several small Bankrolls from freerolls, So even if the Poker site suddenly goes broke and stops altogether, I really cannot lose my money.
PKR.com went into receivership and declared Bankruptcy years ago and I had over £128.00 in their site, was I worried? Hell no! it was all free money from freerolls and it didn't cost me a Penny, I was Sad that I could not play on the Site any more, as I used to enjoy playing there, But I didn't cry over it.
You might see a player now and again making Thousands of Dollars in a Huge Tournament having won their seat from a Freeroll or a $1.00 dollar Satellite game, It happens! But, Stories like that are very rare, like "Fairy Stories" because for every player that does that, there are Millions of players who don't.
Are there negatives in playing Poker? YES! It can cost you, and not only money, but relationships and Friendships if things go bad.
Positives? YES! I am positive that I have never lost a Dime! Playing On-line Poker. TRUTH!
Mag_P1e
Rock Star
Platinum Level
I'm sure there are people on this crazy planet who will find something negative in reading, music or even an evening walk, not to mention such a controversial game as poker. So everyone decides for themselves how they see that object or event. For me personally, any action that I take is automatically positive, even if I don’t like it - because otherwise I simply wouldn’t do it 
Find something you like and you will always see only the positive sides in it, but if doubts creep in about the negative consequences, it’s most likely not for you.
Find something you like and you will always see only the positive sides in it, but if doubts creep in about the negative consequences, it’s most likely not for you.
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77ecos
Visionary
Bronze Level
Some people can become addicted, just as there are thousands of other things in life, alcohol, work, drugs, etc. Poker is a business in which many aspects intervene that can help you be successful, it is a matter of analyzing everything
Fofa
Rock Star
Platinum Level
Some people may see poker as a game of skill and strategy, offering opportunities for entertainment, competition, and potential financial gain, which they might consider as positives. On the other hand, others may view the potential for financial loss, addiction issues, and the risk of problem gambling as negatives associated with poker... Soo, to answer the question in the title, whether there are more positives or negatives in poker can vary depending on individual perspectives and experiences.
dzsire
Legend
Platinum Level
On days when you sit down and play as much as you want without ever winning a single hand, it's hard to find any positives. Of course, you can't win all the time, but when you are constantly doomed to fail with every hand, you can't help but think negatively about the game.
pentazepam
Legend
Platinum Level
Yes, sometimes you don't have to complicate things.When you win, there is more positivity. When you lose, there is more negativity.
Poker Orifice
FoolsTilt
Platinum Level
You're not playing against the house. Why would you even bother to think about something like this?
Actually, the sites do lose in some games. At times they'll advertise a LARGE guarantee on a tournament that doesn't get met by the number of buyins. In these cases the poker site actually eats that loss.
What about the costs of running a site? Advertising alone must cost a fortune.
Do you suggest they should run the site at no cost to the customer? Why would they do that? WHO would choose to do that?
Absurd.
Poker Orifice
FoolsTilt
Platinum Level
Sounds like you're trying to place blame elsewhere instead of accepting responsibility yourself. Did the site make you play? Did they purposefully take advantage of you? (I'd suggest 'casino' is and does... but everyone KNOWS this).
As far as poker goes, I look at it like this >>> I am very happy that the poker site offers their service to me. I am able to log onto their site from my office and sit at a table with players from all around the World and play a game I very much enjoy. AND... If I CHOOSE to, I can play in games that cost $$ to enter with an opportunity to win money!! How awesome is that!?!?!?!
'THEY' don't do anything to people aside from providing them a service. It is YOU that chooses to do the negative parts to yourself!
Take some responsibility for yourself. (a.k.a. 'Grow up'). Quit blaming the site(s).
The choice is up to you... If you feel you are negatively addicted to online poker... get some help! DO NOT PLAY! Blaming the site won't resolve your issues. If you're complaining because you're not winning... then do something about that. Study and learn to get better at the game. It is that simple.
LaNimmer
Visionary
Bronze Level
If you regularly are ITM, you are probably quite positive. If you are losing every game and blame it on bad beats and you think the games are fixed, probably negative. If you are playing for entertainment you must be positive or what would be the point?