How Winning Players Actually THINK About Poker
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- Опубліковано 10 сер 2019
- Today we're going to do something a little different and have a frank discussion about the proper approach to thinking about the game of poker. Many players get stuck in rational fallacies when they think through hands or formulate their strategies. I'm going to share with you how I think about poker, which I believe is the most reliable method to be a successful winning player.
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Subscribe for more wsop vlog, news, comedy, and hand breakdowns. Poker Hands is the show where Doug analyzes live poker hands from tv poker shows such as Poker After Dark, EPT (European Poker Tour), High Stakes Poker, the World Series of Poker (WSOP), the Aussie Millions, WPT (World Poker Tour) the Big One For One Drop, and the PCA (Pokerstars Carribean Adventure). He especially enjoys reviewing hands by popular high stakes pros like Viktor "Isildur" Blom, Fedor Holz, Dan Cates (Jungleman), Tom "Durrrr" Dwan, Phil Hellmuth, Phil Ivey, and Daniel Negreanu. - Ігри
I LOVE THAT YOU ARE DELIVERING SO MANY POKER VIDEOS THESE DAYS!
What happened to the crypto vids? 🤔
Your name lol
@@rasmus7400 Det är OACCEPTABELT!
Fan gör Löfven här?
Det är bara käbbel
Hey Doug just wanted to let you know that i loved this type of content, i've been dealing with a crisis in my game and this video was exactly what i needed. Ty for your work.
Played my first tournament this weekend in Vegas and finished in the money. Your videos have been a huge help the last few weeks in my preparation. Keep up the good work.
I don't even play poker i just like your vids.
Neither do Doug
If you like these but don’t care much about the poker you’ll love Vanessa Seblt’s videos. They aren’t too different once you take poker out of it.
It okay doesn't play poker either.................He just makes vids....... lol
@@lozgod vanessa selbt is a melt
That was a great video bro! Gives the new guys like me get a lil insight on to how we should be thinking Really appreciate the the wisdom Doug
This is one of my favorite poker videos I've seen in a while it wasn't dry at all it was hitting on things that no one else talks about properly thanks!!
Hey Doug I spend quite some years before I become a winning player. It was too damn hard but now I am making 22 straddles/100 hand over 70k hands. I started watching your vids since 2016. It just changed my entire approach to the game of poker. I also learned how to improve my game. What you offered to the poker community is just like giving out free money. What you are making here is the poker gospel, man. Thank you so much. Honestly you turned a degenerate college kid's life around....
What?
Paul Anthony walter
Great win rate.
Hi, I am Canadian about to begin playing low stakes online. Can I get your advice on a few things via this thread or email?
What sites do you play on or recommend for NLHE cash games? Tourneys?
Best Rake back? Easiest player field?
Do you use HUD? PokerTracker or Hold'em Manager? Why that one?
Thanks 😀.
All I need to get good at poker is to understand that everything I do conveys information, and that more rake is better
Put the sandwich down and you'll start winning more.
If you don’t think more rake is better you’re the loosiest goosiest player around mate
Oh baby I love it!
No there’s 3 things. 1. Is just the raw skill. 2. Is the math. And 3 is something I refer to as discipline.
if you can remember these two things, you can go from billionaire to millionaire in no time...
“A lot of these guys aren’t the Smartest tools in the shed”... you don’t say. I always thought the saying was “sharpest” tools in the shed.
Lmao
DP balancing his idiom range
Does he actually speak English? Does he think that I think he doesn't really know English?
It doesn't matter. Just play your ranges, and assume people speak fucking English, and you'll get the comments eventually. It might take a bit longer--but you'll get them.
i think that was the point....
SomeBODY once told me the world is gonna roll me
I love how you just sneak that clip of Charlie Carrel getting hero called by Patric Antonius in the video 😂
My favourite video you’ve done so far, no joke. Making better decisions is key to everything and also the most challenging aspect of the game.
That was a good video. This is the part of poker that ties all the pot odds and EV formulas and range vs range equity and every other concept together.
I think this is one of the best videos you have ever created. It's amazingly well informed and structured! Thank you and keep up the good work!
Huski yes correct
Here! Here! I came to say the same thing (only 2 years later). :-)
I always hear about "always think about ranges". I think this is one of the best explaination about that topic.
Thank you for sharing your outlook on the game of poker. You don't have to do this, but you choose to to help the rest of us "get on the level" more or less. Thanks again.
Amazing video Doug! Love that you came back to poker content.
I've watched a ton of your videos, and this is the most helpful of them all. I think this video sold me on taking one of your classes.
This was VERY helpful to me as I think I’m an emotional decision maker. Not a good trait for poker. 😂 I saved it because I want to take notes. The questions you ask yourself and how you put more concrete things to focus on mid-hand is going to be a game changer for me! I appreciate you taking the time to put this video out. Thank you and Merry Christmas!
Really great advice throughout this whole video. To choose one bit that will end up helping me personally, I hadn't considered visualizing my preflop ranges before looking at my cards. Will definitely incorporate that next time I'm in a live game.
Very insightful comments for me at least around the 7th minute - i hadnt thought of ranging in that exact way before. Thanks Doug! Keep the videos coming, your content is always really good! Shoutout from Bulgaria!
Top top top quality video. One of your best. Please never leave us again.
Very inspirational and insightful thank you for this video Doug
Great advice applicable to many fields. As a golf coach so many of the things you discussed here ring very true
I really love this video and a lot of what you’ve been saying but this especially. Definitely how I’ve been seeing the game as I’ve been learning (coming from chess) and there’s still a lot here to help me focus more and improve. Thanks!
This isn’t dry at all, Doug. This may be the most helpful and useful video I’ve seen you do because it’s exactly why I’m in the rut I am and I couldn’t figure it out alone. These are the “secrets” that aren’t really secrets but what comes naturally to successful players. You’ve got the competence to clearly understand the mechanics, the ability to recognize what’s missing and communication skills to break what some have, few do and fewer still can even describe in a way that others can understand.
You didn’t have to do this but you did. You’re definitely on the right track to toss in insightful and useful details that are critical to other people’s success and actionable if they want to.
Success at your level is hard enough but much more fulfilling when you use it to help others.
Well done.
I really enjoyed this simpler explanation about ranges as it's something I've been struggling with so far, thanks
Absolutely brilliant video. I think this will help a lot of people. Well done Doug! 👍👍
I like it a lot was good information and how to think. Thinking was the same as it was before on this down swing I'm in. Needed to be reminded and refocus on what I have been learning in the lab. Thanks
Thanks Doug, this was exactly what I needed for my poker toolbox.
Amazing video Mr. Polk. Your ability to explain the importance of both. Hours of preparation by studying the varying strategy & fundamentals of the game. Then most importantly, an ability to correctly apply strategy, in game, making + EV decision, as the action unfolds around u.. Starting at PF, through to the River.
First time commenting, your short little comment at 14:05 was the most profound thing I've heard. As a pretty piss poor rec player who has a couple of good sessions, busts, reloads, rinse and repeat, hearing those words in particular really gave me a wake up call. Thank you!
Mr. Polk, you're an outstanding human being, Sir! I thoroughly enjoy each video you put out there. You keep making these and I'll keep on trucking...
Great inspirational video doug! Just gonna keep grinding and sharpening it!
Honestly, this is one of your best videos. Everything you said is so true.
Keep doing what you do... You are a inspiration to many grinders(pokerists) worldwide including myself
One of the points Polk makes helped me a lot in face-to-face poker which as watching, calculating and determine your range or calling/folding situations prior to looking at your cards when it's not your turn. Plus, it helps not to give any info away like eagerness to fold or raise.
It's pretty crazy after awhile the things you pick up and the better decisions you make overall.
If you're a player who plays tournaments and gets close to the bubble often but upset that you're not cashing enough of them try this. It flipped my ratio of bubbling and cashing.
Nice editing, some subtle shots fired :)
Lmao win a bracelet and get back to us
This style of video was awesome thank you Doug!!
I was shocked hearing Doug stopped playing poker ! Think I will review all the ancient tournaments .. Thanks for the great videos !!
Perhaps the most useful general advice EVER on the mental approach to the game. The combined value of all other tips, tricks and situational strategies eagerly sought by up and coming players is as nothing compared to the value of a disciplined reliance on a sound mental framework, without which all other advice is largely wasted. So thanks for helping me see why I STILL suck despite what I've learned.
This is probably your best video perfecting your style of play and correct decision making is key to success
The step by step thought process based on position and bet size and how you broke that down was fucking awesome Doug! Why cant more content take this approach???? Or ANY different approach! its frustrating! Thanks man that actually really helps! Bravo 👏
Great content! Thank you Doug!
Thank you for all your hard work and wisdom you are my favorite source of everything
Great advice. I'm trying to improve my game from the 'Harrington on Hold'em' days. Obviously, I've got a lot of work to do...............keep up the good video content......thanks
Thanks so much for this video. Such a great help.
One of my favorite videos of yours so far!
Great video! I agree that I tend to lose more when I'm trying to "feel the game" instead of just playing my game. Mechanical poker may be more boring, but it's a more consistent way to win.
Amazing video and exactly what I needed and wanted to hear
excellent video, great insights! Keep up the great work!
I'm new to the Lab. There's a lot to learn!!
Amazing video and hes so generous to share such ideas. Salute to him!!
doug ive watched a lot of your videos, but this one is especially excellent
Thank you. It did truly help to hear this video. Might be a year behind but it held true to today.
Really cool video Doug, love that kind of content! :)
These approach videos help me just as much as the hand reviews. Keep em comin. And, in high level chess, preparation is like 70+% of the battle.
Facts
Same for backgammon
@@EricPetersen2922 - There is NOTHING like playing high-stakes Backgammon (and winning)!!
Bigga Winna Crapsa it’s the best!
Most I’ve ever played for is $1200/point with the cube no autos.
I had one guy I used to play €100/point with autos and if you don’t like your opening roll turn the cube and re-roll. Played lots of 64 point games with him, he didn’t know much about the cube so it would get high often. I loved the $12,800 gammons!!!
@@EricPetersen2922 - That's what I need is a rich pigeon so I can live the life of luxury I deserve. I liked the good old days when everybody and their brother was playing and they all thought they were good (and they all loved to gamble). Now most people are more cautious with their money and it's not as easy to clean up. I don't have an 'Euro' symbol on this keyboard, but I can imagine your excitement getting ready to bear off your last man and your opponent saves the gammon if he rolls a six on either die. Pretty comfortable feeling knowing that the WORST you'll do is win 6400.
Really enjoyed the philosophical component of this video!
Love this content Doug. Keep it up
Probably your best vid ever. Thanks Doug.
This is the least toxic video you've ever done, and this is the best video you've ever done. Good job buddy thank you
Great message! Thanks Doug 😁
Awesome video, Doug. One of your best, imo.
Doug, thank you for a very informative video! I am a player who still makes a lot of mistakes, and it is useful to reverse my thought process and not start with specific opponent tendencies. Is there any material you can recommend for mental game training? Love the channel, subbed the other day because you asked nicely!
I’m really digging the consistent DP content
Good to see you back Doug
Helped out a lot Doug, thanks
This is the BEST poker video I have ever watched!
A lot of great info here Doug, thank-you
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I’ve been waiting so long for someone to make this video
"You will eventually win" "The results will be there in the end" is the standard fare from public persona poker players and was "another tough spot" where I was again questioning how much you actually know about Game Theory and/or are willing to share with others.
The end (just before the promo commercial) was spot-on perfect and taken in conjunction with the rest of the video illustrates how solid your Game Theory game is. Being willing to admit that whether you had/have won millions or are a net loser/donator you could recognize that correct approach, decision making and only those things you can actually control are what truly matter.
Results-based thinking is, sort of like you said, starting with an ending that can sometimes be wicked random and creating a narrative with more -maybe all of the information now known.
You don't need me on my fake account here to validate you in anyway through the 420th comment on this vid so far... But I'd hope this is in line with what your paying customers get from "the lab" and that shows some value for them. Solid.
One of your best. You’re a true ambassador of the game.
I was thinking of purchasing one of those $999 classes, but after seeing this video, I no longer need to. Thanks Doug!
I'll sell you a half-price class. $500. Teach you everything you need to know to scam people out of five hundred bucks apiece. Or, you could just do it like Jeffrey Epstein did and 'win' the PowerBall in July, 2008 in a drawing that wasn't televised due to a computer glitch.
I actually really liked this video Doug keep these coming:)
"before i get to look at my cards i know what my range will be considering the action" - looks at an absolute trashhand and waits 20 seconds to fold it
It's for balance bro
yeah if you snap fold/snap call, it gives away information when you stop to think about your hand. It says that it is at the end of your range - either you're thinking about folding, or maybe raising.
@@iamamish that was not meant serious, and btw snapfolding does not provided any useful information about your hand
@@KerriBert If you snapfold 90% of your hands in that spot, it shows the other players that your range is at most 10%.
@@tommyrjensen i and vanessa never talked about 90% 😉
Still the King of poker analysis. Thanks for the teachings!
imo one of your most helpful videos EVER.
This is a really great video for people who are trying to make a living playing an struggling. Thank you Doug.
Very educational Doug,ty.
Your videos are excellent, absolutely great. Thank you for your valuable content ☺♥
I could learn from this...thanks!
Outstanding explanation. Thank you.
Thanks Doug this will improve my game.
Thanks for a smooth class Doug.
Very valuable video!!
Thanks
The absolute perfect breakdown. You are the best
Hey Doug can u do the hand analysis on the John Juanda hand , were he folds Quad 6's
You are the best man. Please keep the videos coming.
Incorporate information to get a big picture of the field, until you see the field for what it is: one isolated element in itself.
Thanks Doug!
Doug, this video is a metaphor for life. 👌
Very helpful vid. Thanks!
Doug you just had to show yourself when you mentioned top level pros at the end of the 1st intro bit haha
These secrets are gold.....and it’s free, never heard a pro, cough!!! Ex-pro talking about how to think during a hand.....bravo Doug 👏🏼👏🏼
i loved ur cameo in american pie when u were spying on shannon elizabeth
I'm not exactly sure how to articulate my personal opinion regarding this episode other than...yes it was alittle dry compared to other episodes you've put out...but for 'me', Doug, I thought this was an excellent episode! It helped me realize that I have alot of weakness in my game that can be overcome with the proper amount of time and discipline! Thank you for this episode.........
Wish i could say i watched this before going on a sick heater today on global but it was just after, still gonna give u credit dougster
You’re a good man. Insane that this is free content.
Hey is that US dollar value chart (since 1971) on the wall behind you? haha! Great video :)
Real good info. Thanks
like these videos more than handanalysis ;)
Great talk. Thank you.