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Avoiding A Poker DisasterWhen playing poker in a social setting, many people, especially new players, tend to fall into the "poker disaster" trap. Many new players are unsure of their table manners, so they become careless and drink or forget their chips, or a host falls asleep or eats something or plays bad texas poker (all of which can all result in a poker disaster.)Poker disasters can be avoided by making sure everyone knows how to play the game, and that everybody is comfortable with each other. If you are not there to enforce these rules, you run the risk of other people getting involved in situations where you should know better than to be.To make sure you are practicing good etiquette in a social setting, do not tell someone he or she cannot play a certain card, whether that card is dealt or no, because it is illegal. Also, when playing online, you should be careful to use proper spelling and punctuation when writing out your bets. Always read the rules before you start a game and understand what kind of behavior will cause you to forfeit your next game.So you think you have avoided all the hazards of a poker disaster - but then, this post-mortem discussion of a recent poker disaster has taught me one last lesson. If you feel the need to ask someone how to play the game, be sure to ask for an exception to their rules. They may be willing to explain the rules to you, and if you follow them, you should be fine.The good thing about playing poker is that there are many good times to do it. It can be a great way to bond with friends, learn more about one another, and introduce new friends to the fun of the sport.It can also be a very stressful situation, if you let yourself get carried away. The temptation might be to play the same hand with every person you meet, instead of learning from experience and understanding each other's styles and tendencies. If you choose to be stubborn and stick to your rules, you run the risk of you getting more situs poker online rules violations and more disappointed players.The great thing about trying to avoid a poker disaster is that you can at least try to practice good etiquette, and learn how to be patient and play to win. If you are in a relaxed, social setting, you might find yourself getting more out of it than you ever expected.Before joining a social group, make sure that you are aware of your group's guidelines for the type of game you are playing. It may take some time for you to get used to the game, but eventually, you will find that your games are much more enjoyable. I hope this article has shown you what the potential pitfalls are, and why it is best to avoid them as much as possible.
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