How to know when to leave?

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Obviously not being outplayed by anyone, I figured this was a good decision. In retrospect, I am kicking myself for not leaving then.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Except in your case. In your case hindsight is blocked by a really really fat guy standing in your way.

If you're not being outplayed, and you are in fact a skillful player playing well who will make money under the current table conditions, there is no reason to leave. Every hand you play correctly there makes you money in the long run, regardless of short term results.