Poker On The Mind
Episode 178 - Planning Your Study When You're Overwhelmed & Short On Time
Welcome to Episode 178! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, Gareth makes a big announcement and then the hosts answer a listener question about how to focus when there is so much to study and limited time and ADHD tendencies.Topics discussed include: The ADHD traits that can make study challengingWays to prioritize study materialsProductivity strategies including: time blocking, priority pyramids, the 80/20 ...
Episode 177 - 2023 WSOP Recap
Welcome to Episode 177! 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 go back in time and talk about Tricia’s WSOP 2023!Topics discussed include:The payouts and how heavily weighted the WSOP payouts areThe physical layout of the WSOP along with info on how long it can take to move roomsWhy you must win your flips to do well at WSOP (and any MTT ...
Episode 176 - Is This Card Distribution Or Do I Suck?
Welcome to Episode 176! 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 discussed their recent poker escapades including Gareth’s time playing SCOOP and Tricia’s recent visit to The Lodge. Topics discussed include: The role of variance in results and how it can be hard to tell if it was just bad luck or if poor play was to blameWhether ...
Episode 175 - A Big Bink Doesn't Always Lead To Great Things
Welcome to Episode 175! 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, we answered a question from several listeners who want to know how to deal with being discouraged and de-motivated by the long journey to becoming a pro (or semi-pro). Topics discussed include: The importance of your ideal self and your real self matching upHabits to develop and optimized identityBeing ...
Episode 174 - Happy Is Now Or Never
Welcome to Episode 174! 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, we answered an anonymous question from a listener who wants to know how to deal with the let down that can come after doing well in an event.Topics discussed include: What post achievement depression is and reasons why it’s so commonThe underlying neurological reasons for a post achievement let-downBeing ...
Episode 173 - Poker Immersion?
Welcome to Episode 173! 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, we discussed Gareth’s study plan/strategy for the upcoming SCOOP series.Topics discussed include: What poker immersion can look like and how to implement itThe best ways to train & study for SCOOP and other events like itAvoiding the tactic of “procrasti-planning”Ways to train for mindset in addition to just strategyResourcesPreorder ...
Episode 172 - 80:20
Welcome to Episode 172! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak PerformanceMindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. Inthis episode, we discussed a question from Larry who wants to go pro but who suffers fromprocrastination specifically related to studying.Topics discussed include:● The psychological reasons why we procrastinate including fear of failure, fear ofuncertainty, fear of looking stupid and fear of success● The best ways to train & learn using active strategies● ...
Episode 171 - Crack The Code!
Welcome to Episode 172! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak PerformanceMindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. Inthis episode, we discussed a question from Russell who wants to go pro but who suffers fromprocrastination specifically related to studying.Topics discussed include:● The psychological reasons why we procrastinate including fear of failure, fear ofuncertainty, fear of looking stupid and fear of success● The best ways to train & learn using active strategies● ...
Episode 170 - Superiority/Inferiority Complex
Welcome to Episode 170! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak PerformanceMindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. Inthis episode, we discussed a question that has been popping off in Tricia’s facebook group abouthow Phil Hellmuth’s antics affect other players - especially recreational ones.Topics discussed include:● How & why Phil uses his personality as a marketing tactic● A couple of hand examples where players targeted Phil and the reasons given were ...
Episode 169 - Bringing Home The Hardware
Welcome to Episode 169! 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, we talked about Gareth’s recent trip to play live poker. Then we answered a listener question about hand ranges for the final table/stages of a tournament.Topics discussed include: ● An update on the events Gareth played and the one he won at the Dublin Poker Festival● Why final tables ...
Episode 168 - Longevity in Poker
Welcome to Episode 168! 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, we answer a question from Paul who wants to know our opinion on how long someone can expect to play at a high level with good results as he has noticed that there are not too many older players that fit this criteria.Topics discussed include: ● The difference between ...
Episode 167 - Balance is for Gymnasts
Welcome to Episode 167! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak PerformanceMindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. Inthis episode, the hosts answer a question from Gary who wants to know if we think players focustoo much on being balanced in low stakes MTTs versus focusing on fundamentals and using infoto exploit.Topics discussed include:● How understanding GTO can help us decide when and how to exploit weaker players● How to identify ...
Episode 166 - Improving Your Physiology for Better Performance (Eat/Move/Sleep)
Welcome to Episode 166! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak PerformanceMindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. Inthis episode, the hosts answer a question from a listener called Pat who wants to know if heshould change his strategy in response to being tired at the table during live events. Topicsdiscussed include:● The answer to the question of whether or not your strategy when you’re tired● How to identify and respond ...
Episode 165 - Keep Calm, It's Only a Poker Hand
Welcome to Episode 165! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak PerformanceMindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. Inthis episode, the hosts answer a question from a listener who wants some advice on how toremain 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 ...
Episode 164 - The Peak Poker Performance Formula
Welcome to Episode 164! In this episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak PerformanceMindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. Inthis episode, the hosts answer a question from a listener who wants some advice on how not tolose focus deep in a MTT.Topics discussed include:● Fitness updates and tips for sedentary players as well as Gareth’s upcoming book releaseThe Final Table (preorder here: https://dandbpoker.com/products/the-final-table-play-your-best-poker-when-it-matters-most)● The peak performance formula: Potential + Training - Interference● ...
Episode 163 - Satellite Stress
Welcome to Episode 163! 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 cope with your KK getting cracked by a fishy player. Topics discussed include: A quick discussion on WSOP dates and Gareth’s upcoming book release The Final Table (preorder here!)Whether or not open-jamming T7o (in ...
Episode 162 - Americans vs Europeans
Welcome to Episode 162! 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 control emotions and improve focus and discipline .Topics discussed include: ● An update on Tricia’s upcoming poker excursion to the Lodge● How to use ideas from Thomas Sterner’s book The Practicing Mind to improve ...
Episode 161 - You Need This Book!
Welcome to Episode 161! 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 went over a hand history and did a deep dive into bet sizing and range analysis on all streets when stacks are relatively deep. Topics discussed include: ● An update on Gareth’s upcoming book release & Tricia’s initial reactions to it as a reviewer● How to bet ...
Episode 160 - Eyes Wide Open
Welcome to Episode 160! 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 answered the following listener question: I really hate my corporate job and fantasize about quitting and playing poker professionally. Is this just a mid-life crisis or should I go for it? Topics discussed include: ●A brief discussion on the psychology behind a midlife crisis●How to weigh the ...
Episode 159 - You Could Be Wrong
Welcome to Episode 159! 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 discussed a hand history question that focused on the dynamics between ICM, open-mindedness, and mindset. Topics discussed include: ●A brief discussion on the pain of losing versus the pleasure of winning●How to embrace and learn from mistakes●Why it can be difficult to receive feedback●Bankroll considerations and how ...
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