Quote Originally Posted by DavSimon
Taking a break is fine if that is truly what you need to do.....however I am not a person that think "a break" will fix anything. Developing the mental toughness to push through the bad times is a big key to success. Somehow finding a way to deal with the disappointment and frustration and continue to play good poker is the mark of a winner. I am not saying if you take a break you are weak or a loser....we all have to know our limits, I feel that too often people will take the easy way out (give up for a while) and do themselves a disservice when they could be learning important coping skills. Find your limit then push beyond it - get a little outside your comfort zone....sometimes personal growth is painful.

I'm not sure how much you have lost, but a few days of bad beats and cold cards is no reason for a break....If you are truly playing well - exercise good bankroll management, faithfully review you sessions and push through the tough patch you will be a stronger player when you turn things around.
Amen. Forcing yourself to play well through a tough patch does wonders for your mindset and ability to deal with tilt when it really matters.

- sed