Tells are clues that players give about the strengths or weaknesses of the hand. Learn to read other players at the table before putting down major Benjamins on a hand.
Avoid stressful betting situations, if you don't handle stress well. On the other hand, if you're best when the stress is high, stick in the betting when you have a good hand and the pot is large. Play the game that you know best and avoid working outside your favorites.
Unless you have a royal flush or four aces in your hand, avoid putting in all your chips and going for broke. This all or nothing mentality, in the long run, means poverty. Focus on small wins over the course of time. If you hit is big, celebrate, but expect moderate wins.
Set limits for the game, afternoon or night, weekend or month and stick to the limits. Don't bring any more money than you'll need to bet and don't bring a credit card. This keeps you to your limits.
The house already has the favored odds, why reduce the odds even further by drinking and making your betting decisions less rational? Why do you think the house serves free drinks to gamers at the tables? Stay away from the liquor until after you leave the tables.
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