Poker On The Mind Podcast25 Helmi 2025

Episode 194 - Transitioning from MTTs to Cash Games

Poker on the Mind - Episode 194: Transitioning from MTTs to Cash Games with Gareth James & Dr. Tricia Cardner

💡 Main Topic: Transitioning from MTTs to Cash Games

Listener question from Alex:
"I'm grinding mid-stakes MTTs but struggling to adjust to the open-ended nature of cash games. How can I adapt my mindset and study habits?"

🔑 Key Takeaways:

Mindset Shifts:
- MTTs have clear structure and end goals; cash games are open-ended.
- Focus on process goals (hands played, time blocks) rather than outcomes.
- Redefine success as consistently making +EV decisions, not session results.
Study Tips:
- Prioritize deep-stack strategies, as cash games typically run 100BB+.
- Practice Raise First In and Big Blind Defense with tools like DTO or GTO Wizard.
- Study common flop textures and develop strategies for frequent board types.
- Active learning beats passive study: Drill hands, take notes, and revisit concepts.
Emotional Resilience:
- Cash players need strong mental toughness to handle reloading after losses.
- Implement stop-loss rules if tilt becomes an issue, but bankroll should be the main determinant.
- Be mindful of cognitive biases, like negativity bias and gambler’s fallacy.
Execution & Adjustment:
- It's not enough to know strategy—you must execute it consistently under pressure.
- Adjust based on player types: Identify tendencies and exploit them accordingly.
- Use hand reviews to spot leaks and tailor future study.
Practical Tips for Transitioning:
- Start at manageable stakes (e.g., $1/$2 live or 10NL online).
- Experiment with formats (6-max, full ring, heads-up) to find what suits you best.
- Set clear session goals (hands played, hours logged) to stay focused.

📚 Recommended Resources:

Purposeful Practice for Poker by Dr. Tricia Cardner & Gareth James
MTT to Cash Transition Diagnostic: Assess your strengths, weaknesses, and next steps for a smoother switch.
PrimeDope Variance Calculator for understanding long-term expectations

💌 Stay Connected:

🎯 Mental Game Quiz: How strong is your mindset? Take the quiz at drtriciacardner.com/quiz
📨 On the Button Newsletter: Join Gareth’s weekly tournament tips at mttpokerschool.com/newsletter
💰 A FREE, 5-day email course breaking down everything you need to build rock solid fundamentals, study tournament poker effectively, confidently move up in stakes, and develop the right mindset for long-term success: mttpokerschool.com/free-course

Want us to answer your poker question?

Post it in Dr. Tricia’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PokerMindsetMastery

Or in Gareth’s private Facebook group! Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pokerprofits

Or Tweet us: @drtriciacardner @MTTpokerschool @PokerOnTheMind

Tämä jakso on lisätty Podme-palveluun avoimen RSS-syötteen kautta eikä se ole Podmen omaa tuotantoa. Siksi jakso saattaa sisältää mainontaa.

Jaksot(200)

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 thi...

15 Heinä 20252min

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 majo...

15 Touko 20251h 6min

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...

27 Maalis 202543min

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 Even...

22 Maalis 20254min

Voice Note #1: What Do You Think About This Idea?

Are you into this idea? Comment on Spotify or tag @gazelligpoker or @drtriciacardner on X and let us know.

9 Maalis 20252min

Episode 193 - Daniel Negreanu on His 2024 Approach, His WSOP Prep and Why Presence is So Important in Poker

Welcome to Episode 193! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. The hosts continue their WSOP/SCOOP prep s...

31 Touko 202457min

Episode 192 - Carlos Welch on How To Be A Big Fish in a Small Pond

Welcome to Episode 192! MTT Coach Gareth James and Peak Performance Mindset Coach Dr. Tricia Cardner are back discussing all things poker strategy & mindset. The hosts continue their WSOP/SCOOP prep s...

24 Touko 20241h 22min