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Poker On The Mind Podcast

192 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratings

The poker podcast dedicated to answering your questions on both tournament poker strategy and peak poker performance.

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Episode 189 - High Performance Poker: Chapter 6 - The Art of Bouncebackability

February 09, 2024 23:14 - 31 minutes - 71.5 MB

Welcome to Episode 189! 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 continue their exploration of high-performance poker with a specific focus on “bouncebackability” also known as the art of resilience. Topics discussed in this episode include: A deep dive into the research on resilience The research findings regarding the ability to bounce “forward.” The importance of post...

Episode 188 - High Performance Poker: Chapter 5 - High Performance Physiology

February 02, 2024 12:01 - 31 minutes - 73.1 MB

Welcome to Episode 188! 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 continue their exploration of high-performance poker with a specific focus on high-performance physiology. Topics discussed in this episode include: A deep dive into the most critical physiological aspects of high performance: sleep, diet and exercise The research findings regarding the differences in sleep ...

Episode 187 - High Performance Poker: Chapter 4 - Knowing Your Achilles Heel

January 26, 2024 14:45 - 28 minutes - 65.7 MB

Welcome to Episode 187! 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 continue their exploration of high-performance poker with a specific focus on knowing your Achilles heel and developing strategies for dealing with it. Topics discussed in this episode include: A deep dive into the most common Achilles heel: procrastination How task-aversion leads to negative emotions The r...

Episode 186 - High-Performance Poker: Chapter 3 - Developing The Right Mindset

January 19, 2024 14:45 - 27 minutes - 62.9 MB

Welcome to Episode 186! 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 continue their exploration of high-performance poker with a specific focus on developing the right mindset. Topics discussed in this episode include: The difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset & how they relate to developing a high-performance mindset How to use mental contrasting to avoid b...

Episode 185 - High Performance Poker: Chapter 2 - Winning Habits & Systems

January 12, 2024 11:04 - 29 minutes - 66.4 MB

Welcome to Episode 185! 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 continue their exploration of high-performance poker with a specific focus on winning systems and habits. Topics discussed in this episode include: The power of atomic habits & the 4 laws of behavior change How to use implementation intentions and temptation bundling to make it easier to create and stick to ...

Episode 184: High Performance Poker: Chapter 1 - The Peak Poker Performance Cycle

January 05, 2024 14:44 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

Welcome to Episode 184! 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 explain that they are going to serialize the podcast into themes. This first theme is going to be around designing for and achieving high poker performance. Topics discussed include: What high-performance poker is and how to best achieve it How to use commitment and motivation to increase your odds of succes...

Episode 184 - High Performance Poker: Chapter 1 - The Peak Poker Performance Cycle

January 05, 2024 14:44 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

Welcome to Episode 184! 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 explain that they are going to serialize the podcast into themes. This first theme is going to be around designing for and achieving high poker performance. Topics discussed include: What high-performance poker is and how to best achieve it How to use commitment and motivation to increase your odds of succes...

Episode 183 - How to Maximize Your Study

December 08, 2023 15:25 - 34 minutes - 78.2 MB

Welcome to Episode 183! 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 discuss a question sent in by Georgina who wanted our advice on maximizing her study. Topics discussed include: Things to think about when studying for MTTs in particular How to determine the best areas to put your attention on The importance of an accountability group & peer support How to use the Feynman...

Episode 182 - Don't Tap The Glass

November 24, 2023 14:05 - 31 minutes - 70.9 MB

Welcome to Episode 182! 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 discuss a question sent in by Barry who wanted our advice on managing his emotions at the table - and specifically about berating players via the chatbox. Topics discussed include: Why awareness is the first step in managing emotions Being aware of the “shoulds” and entitlement Focusing on the process, not t...

Episode 181 - Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway

November 03, 2023 06:00 - 29 minutes - 66.8 MB

Welcome to Episode 181! 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 discuss a question sent in by Matt who wanted our advice on managing a downswing early on one’s poker career. Topics discussed include: Being able to assess ability and separate that from your results How to manage your thoughts, feelings, and responses to get the results you want The difference between our...

Episode 180 - Bankroll, Budgets and Taking Your Own Action

October 20, 2023 10:31 - 27 minutes - 63 MB

Welcome to Episode 180! 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 discuss a Twitter comment by Lewis who asked about the mental game leaks associated with losing a good chunk of his bankroll in one weekend. Topics discussed include: Determining what is a good value MTT How to manage your roll so you don’t run out of money The difference between a budget and a bankroll Th...

Episode 179 - Stop Memorizing & Get Logical

October 06, 2023 05:15 - 38 minutes - 89 MB

Welcome to Episode 179! 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 Armin which is “How do I memorize preflop ranges?” Topics discussed include: The difference between memorizing and truly learning How to study so you learn the “why” behind your actions Why you must strengthen your theoretical basis in order to excel at poker Why you need logic Res...

Episode 178 - Planning Your Study When You're Overwhelmed & Short On Time

September 22, 2023 05:15 - 31 minutes - 70.9 MB

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 challenging Ways to prioritize study materials Productivity strategies including: time bl...

Episode 177 - 2023 WSOP Recap

September 02, 2023 03:15 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

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 are The physical layout of the WSOP along with info on how long it can take to move rooms Why you must win your flips to do well at WSOP (and any MTT really!) Food recommen...

Episode 176 - Is This Card Distribution Or Do I Suck?

June 24, 2023 10:12 - 32 minutes - 74.1 MB

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 blame Whether or not Hendon Mob results...

Episode 175 - A Big Bink Doesn't Always Lead To Great Things

June 12, 2023 16:04 - 36 minutes - 83.6 MB

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 up Habits to develop and optimized identity B...

Episode 174 - Happy Is Now Or Never

April 14, 2023 07:58 - 48 minutes - 110 MB

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 common The underlying neurological reasons for a post achievement let-dow...

Episode 173 - Poker Immersion?

April 07, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes - 94.9 MB

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 it The best ways to train & study for SCOOP and other events like it Avoiding the tactic of “procrasti-planning” Ways to train for mindset in ad...

Episode 172 - 80:20

April 01, 2023 15:01 - 37 minutes - 85.9 MB

Welcome to Episode 172! 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 a question from Larry who wants to go pro but who suffers from procrastination specifically related to studying. Topics discussed include: ● The psychological reasons why we procrastinate including fear of failure, fear of uncertainty, fear of looking stupid and fear of success ● The best ...

Episode 171 - Crack The Code!

March 24, 2023 06:00 - 37 minutes - 84.8 MB

Welcome to Episode 172! 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 a question from Russell who wants to go pro but who suffers from procrastination specifically related to studying. Topics discussed include: ● The psychological reasons why we procrastinate including fear of failure, fear of uncertainty, fear of looking stupid and fear of success ● The bes...

Episode 170 - Superiority/Inferiority Complex

March 17, 2023 06:00 - 42 minutes - 97.8 MB

Welcome to Episode 170! 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 a question that has been popping off in Tricia’s facebook group about how 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 Phi...

Episode 169 - Bringing Home The Hardware

March 11, 2023 13:29 - 29 minutes - 68.3 MB

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 are unique an...

Episode 168 - Longevity in Poker

March 03, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes - 66.2 MB

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 crystallized and fluid intelligen...

Episode 167 - Balance is for Gymnasts

February 24, 2023 06:05 - 33 minutes - 76.3 MB

Welcome to Episode 167! 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 Gary who wants to know if we think players focus too much on being balanced in low stakes MTTs versus focusing on fundamentals and using info to exploit. Topics discussed include: ● How understanding GTO can help us decide when and how to exploit weaker players ● How to...

Episode 166 - Improving Your Physiology for Better Performance (Eat/Move/Sleep)

February 10, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes - 64.2 MB

Welcome to Episode 166! 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 called Pat who wants to know if he should change his strategy in response to being tired at the table during live events. Topics discussed include: ● The answer to the question of whether or not your strategy when you’re tired ● How to identify and respond to ...

Episode 165 - Keep Calm, It's Only a Poker Hand

February 03, 2023 16:46 - 38 minutes - 87.5 MB

Welcome to Episode 165! 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 remain 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...

Episode 164 - The Peak Poker Performance Formula

January 28, 2023 15:10 - 37 minutes - 85.9 MB

Welcome to Episode 164! 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 not to lose focus deep in a MTT. Topics discussed include: ● Fitness updates and tips for sedentary players as well as Gareth’s upcoming book release The Final Table (preorder here: https://dandbpoker.com/products/the-final-table-...

Episode 163 - Satellite Stress

January 20, 2023 14:22 - 30 minutes - 68.8 MB

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 a satellit...

Episode 162 - Americans vs Europeans

December 23, 2022 09:00 - 46 minutes - 105 MB

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!

December 17, 2022 12:35 - 34 minutes - 78.3 MB

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 size on paired boards when rela...

Episode 160 - Eyes Wide Open

December 09, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 74.6 MB

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 ...

Episode 159 - You Could Be Wrong

December 02, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 87.7 MB

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 ●Ba...

Episode 158 - What Is Risk Premium?

November 25, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 79.1 MB

Welcome to Episode 158! 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 a stream viewers question about risk premiums. Topics covered in this episode include: ●A brief discussion on the Pomodoro technique and how it relates to the concept of deep work ●An update of Gareth’s upcoming book: The Final Table ●Why ‘risk premium’ is an important theoretical ICM...

Episode 157 - Monitor Your Thinking

November 18, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 70.8 MB

Welcome to Episode 157! 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 question “how do you know when to give up on a session where nothing has been going your way?” Topics covered in this episode include: ●A discussion of the proper definition of the mental game ●Why thinking on purpose is critical to winning poker ●The best ways to use self-awaren...

Episode 156 - The Difference Between Study And Training

November 11, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 87.2 MB

Welcome to Episode 156! 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 question: what are the top essential tools for players looking to improve their MTT strategy? Topics covered in this episode include: ●A discussion of why it’s important to train in the right way & tips on how to use the various recommended tools ●Why you need tracking software - ...

Episode 155 - Track The Inputs, Not The Outputs

November 04, 2022 10:40 - 30 minutes - 70.4 MB

Welcome to Episode 155! 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 an anonymous listener who wanted feedback on the proper ways to improve his mental game. Topics covered in this episode include: ●A rundown of the common tilt triggers ●The role self-control and instant gratification play in the tilt response ●How to increase your awareness of tilt ...

Episode 154 - Make Sure You're Not Over-Folding

October 28, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Welcome to Episode 154! 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 a listener question from Peter who wanted to find out if he played his hand well - particularly on the river. Topics covered in this episode include: ●A rundown of the hand as well as the factors that influence bet sizing ●The best sizing to use on jack and ten-high flops ●How to thin...

Episode 153 - Best Personality for Poker?

October 21, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Welcome to Episode 153! 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 a listener question from Neil about the best personality type for poker. Topics covered in this episode include: ●What personality is and how it influences behaviour ●The big 5 personality categories ●How personality type may determine the type and format of poker that is preferred ●...

Episode 152 - Talking About The Turn

September 23, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 69 MB

Welcome to Episode 152! 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, Gareth announced that he has a new book coming out next summer called The Final Table. Then the conversation turned to a listener question on the best way to study turn strategy in position. Topics covered in this episode include: ●Gareth’s book writing workflow & some of the topics he will be covering...

Episode 151 - Don't Forget To Breathe!

September 09, 2022 11:58 - 38 minutes - 87.9 MB

Welcome to Episode 151! 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 a question from a listener who wants to know how to deal with nerves at the table. Topics covered in this episode include: ●Why self-awareness & self-observation are important to mental training ●The 6-2-7 breathing technique: what it is & how to use it ●The importance of meditation ...

Episode 150 - Our Favourite Episodes

August 29, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MB

Welcome to Episode 150! In this extended episode, MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner take a walk down memory lane in celebration of 150 episodes! They took turns talking about their favourite episodes from 2017 to now. The episodes mentioned (which you can check out here) were: ●Episode 36: Staying motivated after winning ●Episode 01: Anger management and AQs ●Episode 49: Pull the trigger: Fear of failure, perfectionism and resilience ●Episode 36: S...

Episode 149 - Let's Catch Up

August 01, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 66.3 MB

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 str...

Episode 148 - Be Careful About Comparison

May 25, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

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 ...

Episode 147 - Keep Coming Back For More

May 11, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

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 impa...

Episode 146 - Keep Your Feet On The Ground

April 27, 2022 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

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 play...

Episode 145 - Express Your Emotions

April 20, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

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...

Episode 144 - Keep Your Brain Healthy

April 13, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

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 ...

Episode 143 - Take A Walk

April 06, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

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 ...

Episode 142 - Stick To What You Know

March 30, 2022 08:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

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 respo...

Episode 141 - How Optimistic Do We Need To Be?

March 23, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

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 Pr...