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Training Manual for Aspiring Poker Gods
Every poker player aspires to become a poker god, but achieving this status is not easy. It requires not only innate qualities but also rigorous training. Witnessing many people struggle in the poker arena, it is out of compassion that I offer a set of dedicated training techniques to inspire all.
1. **Art of Patience Training:**
Patience turns adversity into wealth. Therefore, the first move in the poker god training program is the Art of Patience. I recommend poker enthusiasts don a loose-fitting poker robe, preferably pajamas. Brew a cup of green tea, listen to soothing music, perhaps a gentle guzheng melody. Envision yourself as a fisherman, using a unique fishing hook—similar to the one used by Jiang Taigong. The hook is not curved but straight. Embrace the wisdom of "Jiang Taigong fishing, wishing for willing fish." When your cards are unfavorable, fold. When your cards are good, avoid excessive betting, especially consider delaying aggression until the fifth card. Master the art of patience by enduring what others cannot. The supplementary reading materials include "The Poker Art of Kuihua Scriptures" by Dong Fangbubai and Jay Chou's "Ninja."
2. **Killing Intent Training:**
A highly skilled assassin radiates killing intent. A proficient poker player must possess a similar aura. Although intangible, killing intent is a form of mental power, composed of courage, confidence, and determination. I suggest players don a tight-fitting attire, brew a cup of coffee, and play energetic rock music. Imagine yourself as a swordsman engaged in a decisive battle on the streets of Chang'an. Autumn winds, falling leaves, dusk setting in. You and your opponent face each other from a distance, with no one else on the street. Since both are skilled, there's no desire to harm innocents. Apply the principle of "Brave in narrow encounters leads to victory." Increase bets appropriately when holding strong cards, and occasionally raise or go all-in when judging your hand superior. Timing is crucial, strike when the opportunity arises, especially in the fourth card round. Supplementary materials include Gu Long's "Peacock Feather" and Fish Leong's "Courage."
3. **Blind Swordsman Training:**
This training is not about closing your eyes; it's about refraining from looking at your hole cards. By doing so, your perspective aligns with that of your opponent, as they also cannot see your cards. Use their vision to assess your own hand. New players often focus solely on their cards, neglecting the ability to read and guess the opponent's hand. Avoid looking at your hole cards to enhance judgment of both your opponent's and your own hand. Increase bets when your cards are strong to intimidate opponents. This training strengthens your ability to judge your opponent's hole cards. Imagine yourself as a swordsman, blindfolded, slicing through a crowded street to rescue someone. Tear a black cloth and declare, "I don't want to see my brother's blood; let me pass if you are brothers." Charge forward, unstoppable. Cool, isn't it? Sometimes, covering your eyes allows for clearer vision; with heightened hearing, judgment becomes acute. The ability to listen is also a form of judgment.
4. **Focused Mind Training:**
Maintaining clarity and heightened attention is crucial during poker. Some players, when holding excellent cards, may pause to consider their next move, fearing they might scare off opponents. This, however, may raise suspicions among observant opponents. Stay fully focused during poker sessions; feel the atmosphere around you. Some players avoid distractions, but true concentration means adapting to a bustling environment. To achieve this, open a separate chat room in another browser window while playing poker. Use QQ to invite friends to observe and chat with them. Learn to play poker amid chaos. The world is originally intricate; adapt to it.
5. **Calmness Training:**
Maintaining composure is essential during poker. Often, players with a stack of 100,000 may engage with a player holding 50,000. If they lose 50,000 in a decisive match, their composure shatters. This loss often leads to a cascade of defeats, as if deliberately losing. They lose the remaining 50,000 easily, seemingly resigned. To excel in poker, maintain a calm and unwavering mindset, impervious to emotional fluctuations. Avoid emotional swings. As the saying goes, "A heart like still water, unperturbed even if the sky collapses." Achieving this state requires strengthening mental fortitude, ethical cultivation, and improving adaptability to unforeseen events. For this purpose, consider watching horror movies late at night. When sudden frightening scenes no longer affect you, your mental strength should have improved significantly. If your heart is not robust or you find this training unsuitable, you can turn to Buddhist scriptures for self-cultivation.
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Post time 22-12-2023 11:06:51