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Secrets to Beating America's 92 Million Irrational Poker Players

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Bro Economy and Poker Bro Economy & Poker Psychology "In poker, as in life, the biggest risk is not taking one." — Doyle Brunson Overconfidence & The Bro Economy Confidence is a key component of success, but in poker, overconfidence can lead to reckless decision-making. In the Bro Economy, the belief that risk-taking always pays off often results in high-variance, high-stakes moves that aren’t backed by real skill. Illusion of Control The belief that you can control the outcome of poker hands is an illusion. Every hand is a bet against probability, not just your opponent. The Bro Economy thrives on players who think they’re always one move away from greatness. Loss Aversion & Sunk Costs The pain of losing hurts more than the jo...