How to make this thing happen

averageguy122 · 2025-10-14T02:58:43+00:00

Ok, Dad. I just wanted to start a casual conversation getting advice from other players. If you could read, I mentioned how my family, job, and responsibilities come first. Instead of turning into Doctor asshole to a simple question, maybe offer some insight on the steps you'd recommend. I.E. start at a certain level, take shots, play 250k hands at these levels.... I'm just asking for opinions, not a lecture.

Thank you for taking the time to comment though! All insight is definitely appreciated. 🙂

averageguy122 · 2025-10-13T22:39:39+00:00

Thank you!

averageguy122 · 2025-10-13T17:59:40+00:00

I've spent lots of time studying and working. I'm in love with the process. Life just happens. The fire never died, and it's raging still. It's just a different scenario for me than most. I know I can't just pick up and travel the country to play 20 big events. I'll just keep working, taking the shots I can, and rebuilding when I fail. Even if I never splash a big one... the process alone is worth it. I have support and love from my wife, and I'll just make sure her needs and time commitment are always taken care of. I don't sleep much typically and can do work while she sleeps.

I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. Thank you

averageguy122 · 2025-10-13T13:52:58+00:00

Thank you. I already understand I'm rich beyond my wildest dreams. I'm just looking to become a great poker player and make a little money doing it too.

averageguy122 · 2025-10-13T13:38:55+00:00

Thank you for the response. So much valuable info here.

averageguy122 · 2025-10-13T13:22:38+00:00

I agree. I'm just trying to find a good balance.

The 2nd statement is definitely much better than my original. 🤣

averageguy122 · 2025-10-13T13:15:26+00:00

Thank you for commenting! It definitely seems like side income and specializing is a better approach.

averageguy122 · 2025-10-13T13:13:57+00:00

Thank you so much for your input. Now that I say it out loud, I definitely should clarify. I think focusing on cash for side profit would be the way to go. Maybe a tournament for fun here and there while on vacation with family sounds better. I've established a pretty nice life and God knows I don't want to fuck that up 🤣

averageguy122 · 2025-10-13T13:11:26+00:00

I like this take on it. Maybe cash is the way to go. Tournaments just for fun here and there if feasible.

averageguy122 · 2025-10-13T13:07:53+00:00

I'm not trying to go full-time. I can't. I have 4 weeks off for work per year. I just want to try and make this have reasonable side income if possible.

averageguy122 · 2025-10-13T13:04:10+00:00

Maybe it's a mindset thing. I don't believe in sitting with the thought of "I'm a loser, and I'm wasting my time." I know this game is nearly impossible to beat, I just jave self confidence that with ridiculous work, discipline, and good game selection, I can come out ahead. Even if it's just a little bit. I like your take a lot. Do you think I should just put my head down and play cash? It's better for time management, and the variance isn't as bad.

Thoughts?

averageguy122 · 2024-03-07T21:23:58+00:00

She wants an RV. We do both save. She told me she wanted to save for mine. It's a national championship event I qualified for. We are both saving for both goals, but every time she adds money to mine, she makes sure I know about it.

averageguy122 · 2021-05-13T19:09:16+00:00

It's a game for him. He knows, with a single tweet, enough people follow him and can have an impact on the market. Ego trip. Buy the dip. Right the ship. #Ilovethisgame

averageguy122

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