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Tilt-a-whirl

By: Erica R. Nelson (October 2008)

Lately I've been reading a lot of "bad beat" stories and tilt problems, not only here but in other forums as well. I have to say that Tilt is a bad beat in and of itself. If you cannot vanquish this demon, you're damned to an eternity of Hell at the poker tables.

I'd like to review a few of the many issues that can send players on tilt, and offer a few insights on how to get around this problem...

Variant Poker Style

by Erica R. Nelson (September 2008)

Many times when you thumb through just about any poker book or other poker-related media, you'll see/hear terms like tight/passive, tight/aggressive, loose/aggressive, loose/passive and so on. These are the easiest to define, recognize and play against, and thus are the most widely talked about.

However, you never hear of the "Variant" poker style. Quite possibly because it is the hardest...

Keeping Player Notes

by Erica R. Nelson - September 2008

I have always believed whole-heartedly that good player notes are an extremely helpful tool when playing online, both for cash games and in tournaments. I have tried different types of note-keeping, but found the 4 items of interest below to be the most helpful.

*Note - throwing "donk" or "fish" on someone is not good note-keeping, and won't help you at all.

Many...

Table Etiquette

by: Erica R. Nelson (August 2008)

After viewing the videos of Scotty Nguyen in his drunken stooper at the WSOP 2008 HORSE final table, it begs the question(s):

How many people practice proper table etiquette? Moreover, how many people even know what the proper table etiquette should be, and how do you know when you've crossed the line?

Here are a few things I try to keep in mind when playing, to maintain a proper table etiquette,...

Balancing Poker with Relationships

By: Erica R. Nelson (August 2008)

This concept can sound easy enough to accomplish, but believe me it is one of the most delicate balances in the world. The fine line we must walk between Poker and relationships is as thin as a spider's silk.

For those who simply view Poker as a fun and exciting hobby, they may have no trouble putting their relationships and other responsibilities first, and Poker second. However for...