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[ifoldaces]

From time to time I will share my deep psychological understandings of poker (Poker Zen?)with 2+2ers.
Here is my first one.
In order to compete in a high/med NL game or an intense NL tournament one must empty their mind of every single thought. Of course that is not easily done and practice of zazen or intense meditation is always helpful, but not entirely supportive. When you are in a game your mind must be in a blank state, allowing your inner understanding, gut feelings, clarvoyance to develop and be heard. Otherwise the noise of your thoughts, vision, sounds, fears and hopes will blind your true sense of skill. A blank mind draws in information instead of producing it. One can play all they can with odds and strategy but they can still loose consistently. Empty your mind and only then you may become one with the game. Try this in your next poker game and let me know if it helps.


Boris R.
http://www.TheLeagueNY.com

[Ianco15]

Easier said than done. But I'll give it a try.

[ifoldaces]

I will post a few simple instructions for (at first) live games in order to achieve what I described before.

When not in a hand sit up straight and gaze onto some spot on the felt that is not in use. Try to relax your mind and face and simply count your breaths (one for "in" and two for "out) up to 10 and then start over. (Early practice of Zazen) Ignore all other thoughts but do not force them away. If you do this for an hour everytime you are not in the hand you might be able to achieve the nessessary mindset that I have described above. This is especially helpful when you consider yourself to be on tilt or emotionally involved in the game.

Boris R.
The League
http://www.TheLeagueNY.com

[tek]

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When not in a hand sit up straight and gaze onto some spot on the felt that is not in use. Try to relax your mind and face and simply count your breaths (one for "in" and two for "out) up to 10 and then start over. (Early practice of Zazen) Ignore all other thoughts but do not force them away.

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I agree that you not not think of things outside of poker while playing. But I disagree with the quote above.

When not in a hand you should watch the other players and how they play, at least at a B&M room.

[ifoldaces]

What I am talking about refers to a much deeper understanding than just the game itself and all of its "known" factors. This post was not meant for those who are only looking to improve their game, it is instead aimed at those who feel they have mastered most of the mechanics of the game and wish to go deeper, developing gut feelings, clarvoyance and metaphysical structure of the unknown.

I once again suggest trying what I am recommending if you fit the above mentioned criteria and then come back with your experience.


Boris R.
http://www.TheLeagueNY.com

[tek]

Yes, yes I know all of what you hope to teach. I can reach that state of mind while in the mindset of the game. Similar to meditating while gardening. I can walk and chew gum simultaneously too.

I will leave your thread now.

[ifoldaces]

Your response clearly shows that you do not understand. Its not about achieving a mindset while playing its about conditioning yourself in order to "act without conscious thought" which will allow one to percieve more of the game, beyond limitations of the human eye and mind.

PS. Meditation and zazen are two completely different things.

[Pocket Trips]

Sure I'd LOVE to join your cult!!!

[ifoldaces]

Is everyone on this site 12 years old?

2+2ers, if you dont want my advice, dont read or reply to this post. This poker zen is an experiment in the making and I hope it will help those who are looking for that something extra, beyond all the odds and mechanics of the game.

[tek]

I guess we don't need a guru or your koolaid. And if we want to argue semantics, we can call DS.