Re: zen and the art of poker
Like much of that book, I don't think that advice should be taken too literally (and the author basically says that in another book of his -- The Tao of Poker).
What I think it really means is that when you have had a bad run there is a reasonable chance that:
1. Your table image is that of a losing player and others will be less likely to fold to your bets.
2. You may be on tilt and not playing your best poker.
Therefore, playing tighter will take advantage of players not folding to your bets and minimize the damage you do to yourself if you are on tilt.
That said, if you are sure that you have the right odds to call with your draw, you should call.
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