Nerves

Gavinxxxx

Hi guys im just wondering how all you pros cope with nerves or is it just me ? when ever im playing in a big tournament i tend to get gittery and nervous which leads to me playing in a bad way, which isnt how i normally play, its not the fact of scared of losing, because the money isnt the issue

any tips would be much welcome

scotty77

Don't think about the prize pools on offer.  To be a good poker player you first need to detatch yourself from the money.

Torryladd

I often play another game to keep me occupied as I get the nerves as well and end up thinking about it to much .

phil12uk

You have to not think about the prize / stake involved.  Think of the buy in as tokens and not cash.  The WORST thing u can do is play scared as u simply won't play ur natural game. If u have been able to buy in / qualify for a bigger game then u have to play the same.

Grimstar30

Take a prozac!

apollo_11

Don't worry about the game. Just play your normal game and I am sure you will do well.
I used to have the same problem, but I now know that I can play against the better players, the nerves have gone.

The_Don90

i try to focus on that single hand. i treat tournaments all the same. i think of the entertainment. Ive paid to have a couple of hours of fun, maybe meet a few nice people in the chat box (or on table live) and if i cash its a bonus.

OMahonyO

few beers usually does the trick

nirvana29

i get really nervous in tourneys, start like shakin uncontrollably, doasnt really effect my game though.