Episode 165 - Keep Calm, It's Only a Poker Hand

Poker On The Mind Podcast

Welcome to Episode 165! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance
Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In
this episode, the hosts answer a question from a listener who wants some advice on how to
remain calm in big hands especially because his symptoms are so noticeable & uncomfortable.
Topics discussed include:
● The physiological reasons why it’s likely that arousal will be heightened during big hands
● How to quickly calm down using principles of physiology & psychology
● Why it’s useful to practice relaxation on a daily basis
● How using a process cue can help you calm down
Want us to answer your poker question?
Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab
Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind
Resources
Progressive relaxation video (short version): https://youtu.be/pBbuwcFbfFA
Check out Gareth’s program Train and Play Like the Pros that will prepare you for large MTT
series (both online and live): https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
Check out Tricia’s mental game trainings at: https://www.peakpokermindset.com/