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It seems like a simple question, but the answer is both complex and personal. There are many different reasons to play or not play poker, and oftern these reasons will dictate what type of player a person is and what limits he or she should play.
Reasons to Play Poker:
Social Rewards. this is a major reason behind the traditional "home game." Many friends like to hand out and play cards, and many people become friends over the card table. If this is one of the major reasons you with to play, stick to the lower stakes, where the games are more fun and friendly.
Entertainment! Poker is a very competitive game. To win, one needs the skills and a bit of luck the game necessitates. Many find this enjoyable and compare poker to playing a sport. Make sure you do not get swept up in the 'entertainment' nature of poker through becuase it is possible to lose a lot of money at the game.
Education. The skills necessary to become a good poker player apply well to other aspects of life. Poker will help you improve your judgement skills (reading people) and sharpen your logic/strategy skills (how to play your hand).
This is my favoirite reasons - MONEY $$$$$$! Most people play poker for fun, but some (including me - TonyTheChop) make considerable money at it. Not everyone can make a lot of moneyfrom poker. Nevertheless, the desire to win more is definitely a reason to improve your poker skills.
Poker is one of the few forms of wagering where you can actually win. Casion-style betting is rigged against you (it is impossible to win in the long-run at craps/roulette/etc. Not matter what anyone says. the only exception is blackjack if you can count cards, which is extremely, difficult). sports betting is also near impossible to beat without insider information. Thus poker is one of the few forms of gamblinsh where one can actually win money in the long run simply by being good at the game.
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