[jaydub]

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You need to relax and have some damn confidence in your play. What are you nervous about? Do you think the other players are going to laugh at how you play? The dealer? We've already established your comfort level with the variance so what are you scared of?

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I'm scared that I might not be good at playing live poker in a casino and poker is one of my main hobbies. I have no confidence in my live game. I'm also worried that players will be able to read me so easily they'll just think here comes another one of those young internet suckers. I guess its just something I need to get over.

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Good, that's a rational fear.

As others will also tell you, most of your opponents will not be focused on you nearly enough to spot any but the most obvious tells. But, that doesn't mean you can't work on your reactions. Read up on tells and try to control your reactions, it's good practice. Honestly, it's probably not going to make much difference to your immediate results but the practice will come in handy for bigger games.

Also, the "internet suckers" you've been playing are far, far better than the players you will encounter at the B&M 200. It is important to realize this and adjust accordingly, eg no fancy plays and watch the bluffing.

More than anything else though, just relax and enjoy your hobby. Order a beer or three if you feel like it, it's just poker.