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class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We know that poker can be a rather daunting game to learn how to play. 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Some may seem simple-minded, but you\u2019ll be surprised what you forget when there is a big cash prize in front of you.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Think About Your Options<\/strong> \u2013 this may seem like a rather obvious fact, but many players tend to treat every poker game they play as the be-all and end-all. Players will win games, and they will lose games. If you see, you are likely to lose a game, adjust your decisions accordingly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Decide on Your Goals at the Beginning of a Game Session <\/strong>\u2013 you need to decide whether you are playing for fun or playing to win at the beginning of a game session. If you\u2019re playing for fun, you\u2019re more likely to take uncalculated risks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ignore Your Emotions \u2013 <\/strong>this tip is more for when you\u2019re playing with other live players. Basically, people will try to use your emotions against you by enticing you to make bad decisions. So, don\u2019t play while you\u2019re emotional. 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