Newzooozooo
Legend
Loyaler
Hi.
Honestly, I usually have so much work to do that I just do not have free time for depression. I only play poker 3-4 days a week, and it is sad because I'd like to play every day. Therefore, the lack of free time is the only thing that makes me sad sometimes.
Good luck.
infonazar
Legend
Loyaler
I think the best way to deal with depression is to plan your actions annually, monthly, and weekly to achieve your goals. It may seem routine at first glance, but it is an effective mechanism that will allow you to move forward and ignore minor setbacks.
Good luck and do not be sad.
Good luck and do not be sad.
Johnny78B
Legend
Platinum Level
I am trying to not a play poker during the depression if possible of course because I will loose for sure. If I have been depressed during the game because of bad beats, which is happening sometimes just trying to control myself and take the brake.
christmasscorpion
Rock Star
Silver Level
christmasscorpion
Rock Star
Silver Level
Zvezda kz
Legend
Bronze Level
Hello everyone.
At the moment, there is no depression, but she sometimes visits me, and then I just stop playing for a week, maybe two. The main thing is to remove from your life the things that make you depressed.
At the moment, there is no depression, but she sometimes visits me, and then I just stop playing for a week, maybe two. The main thing is to remove from your life the things that make you depressed.
CheezeWiz
Legend
Platinum Level
I Really Don't Know...
Fortunately, I do not really have to deal with depression, however, I will say, if I am the slightest bit irritated about something, I have come to learn that it is not a good time to play poker (for me). Perhaps I could play a FreeRoll, maybe if I do well, I might get over it, but not likely. If I do poorly, which is more likely, I will probably be more irritated. Cash Games are DEFINITELY OFF LIMITS! This is a situation that is ripe for bankroll MISMANAGEMENT!
For me, when I encounter this situation, it is just better to go to bed early, and skip the poker.
Ok, that is depressing, lol! Moving rapidly along to a new topic...
Best of Luck at The Tables All,
CheezeWiz
Fortunately, I do not really have to deal with depression, however, I will say, if I am the slightest bit irritated about something, I have come to learn that it is not a good time to play poker (for me). Perhaps I could play a FreeRoll, maybe if I do well, I might get over it, but not likely. If I do poorly, which is more likely, I will probably be more irritated. Cash Games are DEFINITELY OFF LIMITS! This is a situation that is ripe for bankroll MISMANAGEMENT!
For me, when I encounter this situation, it is just better to go to bed early, and skip the poker.
Ok, that is depressing, lol! Moving rapidly along to a new topic...
Best of Luck at The Tables All,
CheezeWiz
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Spannerdeth
Rock Star
Bronze Level
I deal with it too and honestly, some stoic principles that help the mental game of poker also helped with my depression.
However, If I'm in the fog of it I'm too fatigued and never focussed enough to play my A-game. Most of the time I quit within 20 minutes because I play my worst in this mindset and it's more profitable to study poker instead of playing like your sleepwalking through it.
However, If I'm in the fog of it I'm too fatigued and never focussed enough to play my A-game. Most of the time I quit within 20 minutes because I play my worst in this mindset and it's more profitable to study poker instead of playing like your sleepwalking through it.
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DS3
Legend
Loyaler
I am fairly balanced but notice results still affect me more than they should. I am pretty chilled when I have a good day but bad days do irritate me and I can imagine someone who suffers from depression having hard time.
However, one thing which helps me to stay level and keep perspective is keeping good records on a spread sheet. I can look over results I have had (say since joining CC) and see whilst the amount of cashes varies, it is still a relatively steady stream of results even on low ebb. It helps with letting a bad session or day go. The downswings are seldom quite as bad as we feel they are.
The other thing is to be aware of when you are not in the mood (mentally or physically) and limit your involvement that session. IF you are not feeling great, do not force it.
However, one thing which helps me to stay level and keep perspective is keeping good records on a spread sheet. I can look over results I have had (say since joining CC) and see whilst the amount of cashes varies, it is still a relatively steady stream of results even on low ebb. It helps with letting a bad session or day go. The downswings are seldom quite as bad as we feel they are.
The other thing is to be aware of when you are not in the mood (mentally or physically) and limit your involvement that session. IF you are not feeling great, do not force it.
Maiuchi
Rock Star
Silver Level
What depresses me is my bad game, when I make very bad movements and that leads me to lose, it depresses me, it leaves me lying on the floor, I cannot get up or improve, I just think that by studying I can deal with it.
MrPokerVerse
Legend
Bronze Level
poker and depression
how do you deal with depression and playing poker?
Don't play! If I had a bad at work, poker isn't a activity choice. Looking to be well rested and in a positive mood. Otherwise it is a waste of my time. Playing an MTT, few hours in and it seems like a chore instead of a hobby.
Much rather get outside, and enjoy a hike or spending time with my dog. At least this is promoting my mental health in a more constructive manner.
how do you deal with depression and playing poker?
Don't play! If I had a bad at work, poker isn't a activity choice. Looking to be well rested and in a positive mood. Otherwise it is a waste of my time. Playing an MTT, few hours in and it seems like a chore instead of a hobby.
Much rather get outside, and enjoy a hike or spending time with my dog. At least this is promoting my mental health in a more constructive manner.