Quote Originally Posted by dranger7070
Here is a tip that will probably help you out immensely as you continue your grind: Don't set monetary goals.

You are setting yourself up for failure. It is in The Poker Mindset by a couple of guys I am too lazy to look up to find their names. It is an incredibly good book, and a must read for most, if not all poker players. Basically, if you hit your $$$ goal, what next? You set another one right? Well what happens if you hit a big downswing during that timeframe and you are unable to reach your goal? You feel demoralized, you begin to question your play, etc. Try to set goals that aren't so results oriented. Like, I want to increase my ATS in correct spots vs the correct villains of the next x amount of hands.

I think you will be much more pleased with the result. Other then that, keep up the good work! See you at the 10nl in no time!
Thanks for the advice, I will have to grab that book asap.

I think you are right. Its pretty ridiculous to set goals revolving around money except for bankroll management purposes. I don't think I will set monthly money goals anymore.

Better goals would be.. play more hands, study more hands, read 1 poker book per month, make no decisions without thinking about ranges.. etc

Thanks again. I'm just glad someone finally posted in my blog.. I was beginning to wonder if it was even open to public viewing lol.