If you want to be good in poker then you will need to master the art of staying realistically optimistic. For example you will need to learn when to fold a weak hand. Folding is not only realistic, but also optimistic as it is a way of saving money and chips.
Staying realistically optimistic adds to your mood and fun. You will be more aware of the mental aspects to the game and as a consequence you should make it further in tournaments and make most out of your poker session. It gives you the opportunity to make decisions effectively and take risks more often. If you are overly optimistic or, on the other side, not optimistic enough, then you risk taking decisions that are either to tight or too lose. A perfect balance will allow you to cope with the risks that are part of the game.
You have to know when you can be optimistic with taking risks, but you should also know when to fold. Leave the negativity behind and try to think ahead without overestimating yourself. |
