Stress in playing Poker is what feeds my habit, I get a real buzz from all-in situations and I really enjoy the excitement I feel, The worst part of Stress is when it effects your personal life and your family, Gambling in any form can cause problems if you start to get into debt to feed your habit, Then it can be a problem.
I used to gamble heavily on the Horse's when I was Young, Free and Single, some weeks I was winning more money from my gambling, than I could make in a month by working, some weeks I was so broke I had to borrow money for Bus Fares just to get to work.
It is no fun, believe me, luckily for me I met my perfect Woman and settled down, But! I had to decide for myself which was more important to me, The Horses or my Wife, I chose wisely and I am still married after 45 years together, I still like a flutter on the Horse's and enjoy a day at the races, but I never set foot inside a bookies ever again.
Poker is a hobby, not a get rich quick scheme, I can play for the fun it gives me, but could stop any time I want, but Poker owes me nothing, so I will continue to play as long as I have a positive Bankroll.
When the fun Stops, STOP!
(I will)