Voice Note #3: Leo Margets at the WSOP 2025 Main Event Final Table: Why It Matters More Than You Think
In this solo voice note, Dr. Tricia shares her thoughts on one of the biggest stories in modern poker history—Leo Margets making the final table of the 2025 WSOP Main Event. Tricia breaks down why this milestone matters far beyond the headline and explores the deeper psychological impact of:Representation and identity in pokerLong-term resilience and performanceHow moments like this shape the future of the gameWhat you can learn from Leo’s composure and mindsetMental Game Resources:🧠 Feeling the pressure lately?Grab the free Tilt Recovery Toolkit to reset fast and play your best—even when emotions run high: https://www.drtriciacardner.com/tilt-recovery 🎯 Want to know how strong your mental game really is?Take the free Mental Game Strength Quiz:drtriciacardner.com/quiz💰 Thinking about transitioning to cash games?Start with the MTT to Cash Diagnostic:drtriciacardner.com/cashquiz🗣️ Have a question you'd like us to cover? Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group:👉 Poker Mindset MasteryOr in Gareth’s group:👉 Poker ProfitsOr tweet us:@drtriciacardner | @MTTpokerschool | @PokerOnTheMind
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Episode 196 - WSOP Reality Check: What Most Players Get Wrong
In this episode, Gareth and Tricia tackle a timely listener question: What do most players get wrong when preparing for the World Series of Poker (WSOP)? If you’re gearing up for the WSOP (or any major poker series) and want to avoid common pitfalls, this conversation is for you. They discuss:Why tying your self-worth to poker results is so dangerous: How linking your identity to wins and losses leads to emotional swings and burnout – and ways to keep your confidence steady regardless of outcomes.The power of consistent routines: How solid pre-game rituals, in-game reset techniques, and post-game reviews keep you focused and mentally sharp throughout a long series like the WSOP.Process orientation vs. outcome obsession: Why a process-focused mindset beats fixating on results (especially when around 85% of the field won’t even cash), and how focusing on what you can control leads to better long-term performance.The danger of last-minute overhauls: Why the week before the WSOP is not the time to reinvent your entire game or make frantic strategic changes. Avoid the urge to “fix” your strategy due to a recent downswing – stick with what you’ve practiced and trust your preparation.Sleep, nutrition, and recovery as secret weapons: How neglecting basic self-care can sabotage your performance. Gareth and Tricia emphasize prioritizing quality sleep, good nutrition, and rest days, and explain why trying to play every event (or partying every night) on minimal rest often backfires.Smart bankroll management and scheduling: Planning out your WSOP events and budget ahead of time. Learn why it’s wise to sell action and set a realistic schedule so you don’t run out of funds or stress about money halfway through the series. (The last thing you want is to blow your entire bankroll before the Main Event!)Handling tilt and emotional swings: Evidence-based techniques to stay composed when variance hits hard. They share how acceptance strategies, 6-2-7 breathing exercises, and the “second dart” technique can help you regulate emotions, avoid tilt, and recover quickly from bad beats or bustouts.Recommended Resources:Purposeful Practice for Poker: https://amzn.to/41QBGVCDownload Tricia’s Free Tilt Recovery Toolkit (cheat sheet + audio guide) – https://drtriciacardner.com/tilt-recoveryMental Game Quiz: Take Tricia’s Mental Game Strength Quiz – https://drtriciacardner.com/quizGareth’s Newsletter: Subscribe to Gareth’s weekly poker newsletter “On The Button” – https://mttpokerschool.com/newsletterWant us to answer your poker question? Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group (Poker Mindset Mastery Lab) – join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryLab/Or join Gareth’s private Facebook group (MTT Poker School Poker Profits) here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits.You can also tweet your questions to @drtriciacardner, @MTTpokerschool, or @PokerOnTheMind
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Episode 195 - Play Poker Or Focus On Family?
In this episode, Gareth and Tricia dive into a powerful listener question from Martin—a poker player with ADHD—who’s struggling to find motivation and structure for his study and play routines. If you've ever wrestled with procrastination, guilt, or balancing poker with real-life responsibilities, this conversation is for you. They explore:Why tight deadlines help some players (especially those with ADHD) hyperfocusParkinson’s Law and how it impacts poker study and productivityHow dopamine dysregulation influences motivation and attentionGamified study tips like “poker sprints” and “beat-the-clock” sessionsThe power of body doubling, study groups, and external accountabilityWhy guilt and perfectionism may be the real blockers—and how to reframe your mindsetFinding the right balance between poker, work, and family life (and why it’s okay for that balance to shift over time)Whether you have ADHD or not, this episode is full of actionable insights on how to design a routine that works for your brain—and your life.📚 Recommended Resources:Purposeful Practice for Poker by Dr. Tricia Cardner & Gareth JamesTake Tricia’s free Mental Game Strength Quiz:https://drtriciacardner.com/quizLooking to add cash games to your repertoire?Take the MTT to Cash Diagnostic:https://drtriciacardner.com/cashquizSign up for Gareth’s free 5-day email course:“How to Build Your First 10K Bankroll”https://mttpokerschool.com/free-courseWant us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind
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Voice Note #2: Why Phil Hellmuth Says the Main Event Is “Too Tough”
In this solo voice note, Dr. Tricia Cardner breaks down Phil Hellmuth’s recent announcement that he’s skipping the 2025 WSOP Main Event—claiming it’s become too much of a mental grind.Is the Main Event really an endurance test now?What role does mental stamina play in long tournaments?How can you prepare to go deep when the pressure is on?Tricia shares insights from performance psychology, discusses the impact of aging on decision-making, and gives practical tips to help you build your mental endurance at the table.Mental Game Resources:🧠 Want to know how strong your mental game really is?Take the free Mental Game Strength Quiz:drtriciacardner.com/quiz💰 Thinking about adding cash games to your repertoire?Take the free MTT to Cash Diagnostic:drtriciacardner.com/cashquizWant us to answer your poker question?Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMasteryOr in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind
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