Roobz75
Legend
Platinum Level
Poker is strictly a hobby. I'm sure there's a few on here who are probably obsessed with it. That said, two of my friends go out 6 times a week, just to play live poker. They have to check the time doesn't clash their games, before agreeing to spend time with others...
black and
Legend
Platinum Level
It's also a hobby for me. I play for fun, but nevertheless I am patient and disciplined enough that I also get a small income from the game.
Pokerpoet2
Legend
Loyaler
I know from experience what gambling can do to relationships, I was once addicted to slot machines and horse racing, luckily for me I was single but there were times that I owed so much money to friends and family, my wage packet was gone the moment I got it.
Sure there were good times when I had so much in winnings I could throw my wage packets in my sock drawer and just ignore them, but those times were far and few apart. Then I met the Woman of my dreams and we courted for a while and she put up with me and my addiction, One day I turned up at her door on a Saturday afternoon which was unusual because she knew I spent every Saturday afternoon in the betting shop.
When she asked me why I was not in the bookies, I said to her " we have been going out together for a while now, and I know you have nothing against me and my gambling habits, but I have decided to quit,"
When she asked me Why? i told her that I was happy putting her through the good times when I was winning, but I didn't want to put her through the bad times, She just said "sounds like you are serious" I replied "I am, about you, and I hope one day we will get married"
That was 46 years ago and we are still together. Sure I like a flutter now and again but I limit my horse racing to betting only on the Race course, only with money I can afford to burn, and as for slots I gave them up years ago, they are a mugs game anyway!
Poker is game I will not gamble with Sure I will play MTTs Live in casinos but only buying in for what I can afford to lose, as for On-line I promised my wife 20 years ago, I would never make a deposit and I have kept that promise.
Poker is a game of skill, and if you have a good grasp of the game you can build a Bankroll from freerolls and Like me Play on-line for free, Once I made my first £25 on-line I used that money buying into Micro stake games and worked up from there, So now every game I play is from money I have won, therefore every game is a freeroll.
You don't have to play Poker to make money, there are other ways to make a living, but you can make money playing Poker! there is a subtle difference!
When the fun Stops, STOP!
Isabella Garcia Jimenez
Rising Star
Bronze Level
Poker could be a hobby, an obsession, or in some cases an addiction. It all depends on how a person plays poker and how often they play. For many people, poker is simply a hobby. They play poker because of the pleasure they get from the game and they do not put their lives on the line. However, for others, poker can become an obsession. They may constantly think about the game of poker and devote too much time and money to it, which can negatively affect their lives and relationships with others.
Some people suffer from poker addiction, which can lead to serious financial, relationship, and mental health problems. Poker addiction can lead to playing for large sums of money, ignoring commitments, family conflicts, and other serious problems.
Overall, poker can be a good hobby, but it is important to control your game and make sure it does not negatively impact your life and those around you. If you suffer from obsessive thoughts about poker or feel that you have become addicted to the game, it is important to seek help from professionals.
I like to play different games online, such as poker, roulette, blackjack. I also write a lot of useful articles about these types of games, if you are interested, you can read it here. I write about popular gaming platforms for Latin Americans.
Some people suffer from poker addiction, which can lead to serious financial, relationship, and mental health problems. Poker addiction can lead to playing for large sums of money, ignoring commitments, family conflicts, and other serious problems.
Overall, poker can be a good hobby, but it is important to control your game and make sure it does not negatively impact your life and those around you. If you suffer from obsessive thoughts about poker or feel that you have become addicted to the game, it is important to seek help from professionals.
I like to play different games online, such as poker, roulette, blackjack. I also write a lot of useful articles about these types of games, if you are interested, you can read it here. I write about popular gaming platforms for Latin Americans.
Emily Trott
Legend
Loyaler
Without any prodding from her, you sacrificed something you loved for the woman that you love. That is so romantic! ❤️ Congratulations on forty six years together, and best wishes for many many more. 
wrzlbrnft
Legend
Platinum Level
For me its just a hobby and I hope it will stay as a hobby. I like to play poker but never want to become addicted. I had a few moments, where I felt addicted with the result that I couldn't sleep well and felt bad. Not because I lost money, just felt unsatisfied...