Online poker mentally draining

[nelomec]

friend, really after a long time at the computer, or in front of a screen, it tires and wears the person down, I don't have much experience in live poker, but from what I've seen, it's much cooler. And the mechanics of the online game sometimes drains the player a lot, because you have to be aware of several factors that are present in the online game and it can get tiring if you spend 8 to 10 hours playing and studying. But I advise you to cut back on your time or tables as you play during the week and maybe find a hobby to enjoy.

 

[Xcalibur]

I love online poker and I'm not tired at all

 

[9Tibdlpplc9]

I have been playing poker most days for a very long time and before covid I was in the casino every day. I never ever got tired of " live poker " but online poker is different.

Live poker you are chatting to poker friends, chip shuffling, reading your opponents and it's more relaxed. I am finding days and days of online poker tiring and mentally exhausting, sometimes I just want a break from it which I never had with live poker.

I am putting this down to multi table action , constant analysis of hands and faster variance due to more hands played.

Also the emotional side of this drains me too, seeing coolers/bad beats and feeling angry because your opponents played a hand badly and taken your hard earned chips. Or you play a hand badly and you are upset with how you played it.

Internet poker you a playing thousands of hands more than a live game, in my opinion if you can play well online you can play well live.

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[SadonnaPrice]

Yes, playing online poker can be mentally draining, especially for players who participate in long and intense sessions.

 

[Highfish]

Online you should play shorter sessions and less tables. Helps for sure to focus more what happens at the tables. I also find it very useful to make notes.
When you notice that your concentration is slipping and you are making more and more mistakes, stop.
Of course, this only applies to cash games.
If you run deep in a tourney and getting tired, nothing you can do.

Years ago I tried to play 20 tables 6 max at PS. I played horrible. No time for taking notes or paying attention to what happens at the tables. I reduced it to 6 tables and it worked great.
Of course there were guys who could play 24 tables profitably like Nanonoko or Dustin Schmitt. I think those were rather exceptions.

I found "boku" to be the most extreme, playing 50 or more sng's at once.

 

[Adieadie]

If you can play well online, you can play well live, but remember that limits are not immediately transferable. A 50 live tournament at your local casino is likely to be quite soft, whereas a 50 online MTT is likely full of very capable players.

 

[Korma397]

Hey there! I totally understand what you mean about spending long periods of time in front of a computer screen. It can definitely be draining, both physically and mentally. Live poker can certainly offer a more immersive and social experience compared to online poker, which can sometimes feel more mechanical. It's always a good idea to take breaks and find other activities you enjoy to prevent burnout.

 

[fryderyk]

Anything in excess becomes mentally exhausting. That's why there are breaks and periods where you play the minimum amount of time, just to keep your mental comfort.

 

[JappsPK]

Playing online is much harder to read the hands oponent. Is like playing chess live. No talk, just play, thinking and attention. Thats why it is draining.

 

[takinitSLEAZEE]

It used to be. Trying to figure it all out and make it work without losing your bankroll along w/your mind... Yeah. It can get overwhelming, if you let it. I've found that the acceptance of the game, in all of its surly glory, makes it easier and more fun to play poker. What I mean is that I'm not going to win every time; I'm going to get beaten on the river once in a while; I'm going to suffer the set-over-set syndrome at times; Even the runner-runner will rear its ugly head at me and take all my chips away. Sigh... But I will double-up my stack. I will flop quads. I will take down 4 sng's in a row. I will make multiple final tables in one day. I say this because I have and will again.
The mental pangs eventually vanish, and a sense of automation takes over after time. It's all just second nature, now. My only mental strains now come from the pinwheel that pops up on my screen.

 

[millar108]

Definitely, can easily pass some hours when playing live poker. But online poker you are staring at a screen, most likely on your own. Really not the same

 

[hcuervo]

It's tiring to spend so much time on the computer.

 

[Korma397]

Hey there! I totally understand what you mean about spending long periods of time in front of a computer screen. It can definitely be draining, both physically and mentally. Live poker can certainly offer a more immersive and social experience compared to online poker, which can sometimes feel more mechanical. It's always a good idea to take breaks and find other activities you enjoy to prevent burnout. By the way, have you checked out topphcasino.com? They offer a variety of online casino games that you might enjoy, including poker. It's a great way to switch up your gaming experience and try something new. Take care and good luck in your future games!

 

[Amanda A]

So funny, I actually feel the opposite. I find online poker very relaxing even therapeutic. I'm in my own space and often have a poker stream on in the background. While playing live is very exciting, I find it draining. All the stimulation in combination with the slower (than online) game makes me feel a little low energy.

 

[JappsPK]

Is hard to fully focus when you play for many hours. Sometimes is much more frustating than live poker. I would recommend you to have a little distraction while playing, like watch some movie, listen to music or other stuffs. I know you posted this topic on Janury, i hope by now you're better, but the tip stays