Help me get the big picture (possibly long)

[Kurn]

Actually, thos post suggests that poker is not for you.

[Talking Poker]

I agree.

I honestly believe Penguin has a reasonable understanding of poker theory, and I think he's a good guy... but it's apparent that he's not seeing the big, long term picture. And I don't know how someone could possibly be a successful player with his mindset.

Penguin - you should either move to low limit cash games or maybe try HU SNGs if you prefer the tourney style of play. I think in both you can significantly reduce the amount of luck required to win.

Wins will be much smaller, but the downswings will be much smaller too. ie, lower variance, which, at least for me = less frustration.

[PShabi]

The thing I don't understand is how someone cannot grasp relatively simple concepts after having them explained to them ad nauseum.

[Invigilator]

understanding and accepting are sadly, not always the same thing.

[PShabi]

good point

[hackers238]

Death in the family jumps to mind.