Poker On The Mind Podcast

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Episode 149 - Let's Catch Up Aug 01, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 149! In this extended 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 recapped the last couple of months since the show has been on hiatus due to Gareth’s wedding and Tricia’s WSOP excursion.
●Gareth updated us on the wedding & on how life’s been as a married gent
●Tricia told some tall tales from her time at theWSOP
●Gareth & Tricia shared tips and strategies for playing large field MTTs
●Tricia shared the most common mistakes she saw her opponents making and Gareth offered his suggested adjustments
 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
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/
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 148 - Be Careful About Comparison May 25, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 148! 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 a mindset question about imposter syndrome.
●What imposter syndrome is and how to determine if you suffer from it.
●Link to the imposter test: https://paulineroseclance.com/pdf/IPTestandscoring.pdf
●How to recognize your pattern of imposter feelings & tips for reducing imposter syndrome
●Why using a kanban board can help you improve productivity and motivation while decreasing procrastination
 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
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/
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 147 - Keep Coming Back For More May 11, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 147! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach & Educator Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered a question about the mindset and strategic components of satellite poker.
●Why optimism is an important personality trait for poker players in general and satellite players in particular
●How to observe and critically evaluate your thoughts in the moment
●How the size of your bankroll impacts the number and size of the games you play
●Why keeping yourself challenged is a good way to stay engaged and motivated & how learning new games can help with this
 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
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/
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 146 - Keep Your Feet On The Ground Apr 27, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 146! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach & Educator Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered a question about knowing when to sell action and otherwise move up in buyin.
●The factors to use when deciding if it is time to move up
●The factors to consider when selling action & why buying your own action may be preferable
●Always ask yourself if playing higher is about ego
●Why playing satellites can be a good option for playing higher buy-in MTTs
 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
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/
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 145 - Express Your Emotions Apr 20, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 145! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach & Educator Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered a facebook member question about how to ease yourself away from tilt when things don’t go your way at the table :
●How to rate yourself on a variety of reactive versus responsive techniques (including the rating question)
●The importance of noticing and understanding both your emotions and your opponents emotions
●Always ask yourself, “what can I do to improve my abilities?”
●Are there any spots where you respond differently than you would like?
 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
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
For more about Gareth's coaching, head here: https://www.mttpokerschool.com
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 144 - Keep Your Brain Healthy Apr 13, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 144! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach & Educator Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered not one, but two mental game queries :
●How changing to a closed pool can affect how you approach the game
●The importance of changing your focus in order to stay motivated when the games you can play are dramatically curtailed
●How the brains of older players differ from those of younger players
●How to optimize your brain function through diet, exercise, sleep, social interaction, and continuous mental stimulation
●How Gareth’s new program Train and Play Like the Pros can prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live) - check it out: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
 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
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
For more about Gareth's coaching, head here: https://www.mttpokerschool.com
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 143 - Take A Walk Apr 06, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 143! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach & Educator Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts discussed the book Stillness is the Key with a focus on how it can relate to poker. Topics include:
●How important it is to have release judgment, practice acceptance and have a hobby
●The reasons why most poker “training” doesn’t work and what does
●Why you must apply what you learn and connect the dots between theory and practice
●How Gareth’s new program Train and Play Like the Pros can prepare you for a large MTT series (both online and live) - check it out: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
 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
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
For more about Gareth's coaching, head here: https://www.mttpokerschool.com
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 142 - Stick To What You Know Mar 30, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 142! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach & Educator Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered a Poker Mindset Mastery Lab Facebook Group member question about controlling reckless behavior. Topics covered include:
●How most behavior is actually unconscious & why it takes work to control it
●The difference between an emotional response and a strategic response
●How to practice responding so you can train yourself to respond rather than react
●How Gareth’s new program Train and Play Like the Pros can prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live) - check it out: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
 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
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Buy Gareth's tournament poker course: https://classroom.mttpokerschool.com/tournament-poker-course
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 141 - How Optimistic Do We Need To Be? Mar 23, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 141! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach & Educator Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts discussed the role of optimism in poker success or lack thereof. Topics covered include:
●The definitions of optimism and pessimism
●How your outlook can dictate how you respond to failures
●The importance of savoring wins and tracking momentum
●How Gareth’s new program Train and Play Like the Pros can prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live) - check it out: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
 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
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Buy Gareth's tournament poker course: https://classroom.mttpokerschool.com/tournament-poker-course
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Episode 140 - Choosing Your Tournaments Mar 16, 2022

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Welcome to Episode 140! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach & Educator Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. In this episode, the hosts answered a listener question regarding selecting WSOP events. Topics covered include:
●How to assess the structures
●The major criteria for good value tournaments in terms of budget
●The difference that autoshufflers can make to MTT value
●How Gareth’s new program Train and Play Like the Pros can prepare you for large MTT series (both online and live) - check it out: https://www.mttpokerschool.com/
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
Looking for the 10 Minute Tilt Cure? https://www.peakpokermindset.com/10-minute-tilt-cure
Buy Gareth's tournament poker course: https://classroom.mttpokerschool.com/tournament-poker-course
Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

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