Thursday, August 30, 2012

Poker Strategies to Apply in Texas Holdem

If you love to play poker games, you understand the need of developing the right poker strategies and techniques so that you will win in the game as much as possible. Who doesn't want to win more often? So, in your quest to master the poker game, we've provided some poker techniques that could help you improve your game along the way. Here are some tips that can help you win in your poker game.
Value Your Position in The Game
In Texas Hold'em, one of the most important aspects that you need to consider is your positioning. This always relates to the time that you need to act in hand. For instance, if you are the first person who has to bet for a flop I game. This will be an early position. Being in a late position happens when you are the last to bet. If you are wondering why your position is such a big deal to your game, it's because it'll allow you to see the actions of some other players. When choosing your position, that is also the time that you will need to make your betting decision. Most of the time, you can make easy decisions if you know what others will do in the game. So, maximize your chance of winning the prize pot the moment you flop or draw for all-in bets.
Reading is the next strategy. Make sure that you combine reading with position techniques. You need to read your opponent's style. This does not mean that you need to see and read his cards physically. There are other ways you can read your competition. For example, if he is aggressive, then that player may just be bluffing. There are also times when the players bet is somehow suspicious. In addition to that, you have to also read the board of the game. These are all factors that should be pointed out so that you can win in the game.
The next aspect will be related to math. Take note that math is an essential part in the game. There are a lot of other variables when it comes to Texas Hold'em and you need to know math and statistics to help you decide on the right move. This is most especially needed when you are playing No limit Texas Hold'em. Aside from that, bankroll management and your poker chips are your main considerations.
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Beginners Tips For Online Sportsbooks

Online sportsbooks have defied all odds and become the most preferred betting platforms by most bettors. Their popularity is rising at alarming rates due to their simplicity and the user friendly features they offer. But how can you best benefit from online sportsbooks? Here are some of the tips suitable for both rookies and actively participating sports gamblers alike.

a) Try To Evaluate Common Betting Odds

The best and most secure way to learn online sportsbooks is by following and understanding the possibility of any successful bet to occur. You need to realize that betting lines usually correspond to the $50 mark. In cases where the figure is negative, then the bettor is obliged to bet a specific number of times to win the $50. For instance, whenever a betting line is -200, then it is mandatory that you gamble $200 to secure a $50 gain. But what if the betting line is positive? (e.g. +150). Here the rule states that you will gain a $150 profit for every $50 you bet. It simply means that you can make $50 extra if the betting line is positive instead of negative.

Also, if the betting is positive, there is always a guarantee that the bet is returned to the bettor collectively combined with the interest made. For example, if the betting line was +180, you are always assured of making a $230 profit which comes together with the $50.

It is necessary to know that we have used the $50 example as a betting line in this context but it can be any figure.

b) What Online Sportsbooks Are You Familiar With?

You can participate in any online sportsbook as long as you know the betting odds. There are three commonly recognized types of sports bets, which include the moneyline, the total and finally the side.

A "moneyline" bet is the easiest and fastest online bet type. It doesn't involve many attributes; it is simply a bet made on who will be the winner between the opponents. Bettors can give any stake which normally doubles if the team the person supports wins.

Another common online sports bet is the "side." The side is usually used by the betting liners to find the equilibrium between the two gambling sides. This is a complicated type of bet but is widely used by US gamblers. For instance, if the lines maker decides that Arsenal leads Manchester United by 15 points and you decide to support Arsenal -15, then you are likely to obtain the odds of -65. This is only if Arsenal beats Manchester United by 15 points. But the condition is reversed if Arsenal gets less than 15 points. In this case Manchester United is declared the winner. Lastly, in the case of a draw, all the bets are returned to the gamblers. This is called a "push."

The "total" is also another popular online sports bet. But how is it played? It is a bet that determines the overall points summed up from both parties in any sporting event. The lines maker may decide to set a specific point total such as 30. If one decides to bet less than that mark, this is called "under," otherwise it is called a "push" for any bet above the 30 point mark. A draw bet is also called a "push," which directly implies money should be returned to the bettors. However, it is not easy to bet a draw and as such the lines maker normally creates a betting line where it is possible to find the winner.

With these tips about online sportsbooks, I think you can eventually rise up and become an expert sports bettor.

Wayden Enciso is an online bettor who regularly writes articles for the Best Online Sportsbook blog.

Planet Casino Review - BetOnSoft Software - Over 100 Casino Games



Offering players including USA players over 100 games on the BetOnSoft software since the latter part of 2011. The casino is licensed by the Curacao Gaming jurisdiction, and is tested often to make sure all necessary security measures have been implemented to give players nothing but a fair and safe online gaming experience.

The casino is owned and operated by Seaside Payment Services Ltd, a fairly new name in the online gaming community. There aren't too many BetOnSoft casino's in the market, but the ones that are have been recognized for its straightforwardness and abundance of games.

Planet Casino offers a welcome package that will impress any new player along with a loyalty scheme that rewards its players substantially. The casino is available in download only and can be accessed in English, Italian and French.

Software and Games Variety

BetOnSoft is one of those gaming providers that leave a long lasting impression. The games are on a whole different level than most giving players a gaming experience that delivers everything and more of what an online gaming experience should be. There are more than 100 games total on the platform with just about every casino style game imaginable such as Slots, Table Games, Video Pokers, Keno, Scratch Cards and more.

Progressive games are also part of the games lineup. Dream Wheel is one of the more popular progressive games that attract players for its huge jackpot amounts. Slots aren't the only games that offer progressive prizes. Rocket Jacks is a progressive video poker game that has become notorious for its progressive payouts.

The download of the software is quick and easy. Once the casino has been installed register for a free account and you are ready to play. The software is user-friendly with many features available such as a multi-purpose cashier, tournaments, and a games lobby that is manageable if you are a newbie to the online gaming world or a veteran player.

BetOnSoft updates the software constantly with improving and adding new features and games. One thing that can be said is that there is always a fresh new look to the games.

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Planet Casino offers a good selection of deposit methods that can be used by all players. There are Credit Cards such as Visa and MasterCard, Eco Card, NeTeller and Skrill (MoneyBookers). Supported currencies include US Dollars, UK Pounds, Euros and Canadian Dollars. Banking made easy is what to be expected and nothing less.

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Try out the casino absolutely free. Planet Casino is so sure that you will be a lifer that they are willing to hand out free money when you first sign up and open a real money account. The first three real money deposits will also be noticed with match bonuses. The welcome bonus is huge compared to most giving extra casino cash, more game play and the opportunity to win your first online jackpot.

Loyalty rewards are a big part the promotional giveaways. Players are recognized for game play with loyalty points. The more you play the more rewards that are given. Once you become a real money player you automatically become a Bronze VIP. You can work your way up to a Platinum player with more game play. The higher you climb up the loyalty ladder the bigger benefits you will receive.

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Saturday, August 25, 2012

Today was a bad day: Second Self Exclusion from a Poker Casino


After having recently self excluded from a Poker Casino, less than 24 hours later and I was at another casino playing poker with a short stack strategy. No rules just minimum buy in costing £50. No rules means no ability to make a decision to self exclude right?

I managed to triple up but then over a period of time lost this and even more in buy ins. The only thing that stopped me from

Friday, August 24, 2012

Today was a bad day: First Self Exclusion from a Poker Casino


So, here I am again, deep in the world of Poker. I am so tired right now I could literally fall asleep for two days. I am stressed, over worked and under nourished yet I am compelled to gamble.

I realised something important about my gambling, I think I previously played to lose; sounds strange I know, but losing the money is like a release it seems to be a destressor and so I would make less

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Live Poker Winnings: £171

Like a junkie looking for their next fix, I can't help myself either. I must gamble right now, regardless of the consequences.Session
Venue:Live
Buy in:£400
Date:Mon Aug 20th, 2012
Time:18:30 - 19:40
Duration:1 hour 10 mins
Won:£171
Profit per hour:£171
OverviewLess than 24 hours passed since my previous gamble. I find myself reaching out to worship the soft, green felt. Sleep deprived, and weak

Monday, August 20, 2012

Today was a bad day: Poker Addiction Relapse: Suffering

It was my first day back at work today after one week off, for once my work was not stressful but as the day drifted on and the clock struck 15:00 I decided to go and play Poker. About a week ago I declared my hatred for the game; but more so for my poker addiction, however this afternoon I was declaring my passion for the game and forgetting that I have a poker addiction that I am trying to fix.

Thursday, August 16, 2012

Everyman Project: Counselling Programme for Anger Management

Today I noticed that I felt extremely angry. I was agitated, everyone and everything really upset me; the entire world was against me. In reality I was simply against myself.

Over the past week I have generated my own hell and then mixed it all together with a brew of long hours, hard work and energy drinks. I detest Red Bull, initially it gives me energy but it also numbs my pain so I can go on

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Poking fun at a Pair of Queens at the poker table


Today was such a busy day, but despite my mind being preoccupied with a hundred and one things I needed to do, there was still room for fleeting thoughts about gambling. I became preoccupied about poker ranges and how the other night I lost a huge pot with a premium hand: QQ against AA and AK.

I re-evaluated my play and considered a different strategy considering all the possibilities in terms

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Abraham Maslow: Pyramid of hierarchy of needs: Esteem



I spent the best part of my morning crying. I can only describe my emotions as knots being unravelled and as they unwind the rawness of their fibres cut me from within. I am having a very hard time forgiving myself due to my actions over the past few days, let alone years. The guilt is expected it is an emotional response in relation to the violation of my moral code it is this conflicts that

Monday, August 13, 2012

Does a relapse make your addiction stronger or you stronger?



I relapsed. In fact, I relapsed twice in just one week! The world of poker consumed me so much that I also neglected to update my poker addiction diary. Despite these relapses and the pain that I feel I am now more than ever, determined to stop gambling for the rest of my life. I know just how difficult breaking free of an addiction will be, so I expect these words to be echoed time and time

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Gambling Addiction and the infinite Relapse cycle



A gambling addiction innocently befriends you, you two become the best of friends, nothing can ever separate you, you insist that no ill word is directed at such splendor. You notice that no money effortlessly dissolves from your wallet or purse and even if you did, nothing is too much for your new friend. Your gambling addiction delicately erodes your sensible, rational thinking and your sick

Saturday, August 4, 2012

Live Online Poker Losses: £650


Overview
I relapsed! Last time I abstained from gambling i.e. playing poker for over three months but this time my abstinence was for just over 7 days. I question: "Do addicts really need to hit rock bottom before they can recover?"



Venue: Online
Deposited: £650
Type: Cash & Tournaments
Session: 19:30 - 3:00 a.m.
Duration: 8 hours
Lost: £650
Profit per hour: -£81.25




Summary
Despite being

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Ram Dass on Attachment and Addiction (Transcript)




Because of the power of Ram Dass' words I have fully transcribed Ram Dass Attachment and Addiction video that I posted earlier.

"When we were born we come into the world, we come from being fully at home and feeling that release that comes. We have a little shadow of it when we come home at the end of the day (those of you that have a home) and put your feet up or relax or have a cup of tea

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Ram Dass on Attachment & Addiction


Today at 15:30, I had made up my mind that as soon as the clock struck 17:30 I was going to gamble and play Poker. The perfect storm of stress, frustration, hurt, upset and confusion lead me to make this decision. I just wanted to feel good and the act of gambling would help alter my mood and get me to a feel good state quickly.

With only ten minutes to go before I could leave the office and