Poker as a new hobby
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Leave your old habits behind and start the year with something new!
The new year is upon us and then everyone has new resolutions. Very often people state that they want to work on themselves, think more sports, more family time and start living healthier. What we don't often hear, however, is "have more fun. Start looking for a new hobby, we would like to give you a hand!
There are many different types of hobbies, something for everyone. Some people like creative hobbies, such as painting, writing or making music. Others like athletic hobbies, such as soccer, tennis or running. And still others like competitive hobbies, such as chess, bridge or poker! Poker has several intersections with these hobbies. We are going to tell you why poker is a fun hobby!
Poker a creative hobby? Huh, how then?
Creative hobbies can help you relax, reduce stress and learn new things. Poker is also a creative hobby because it forces you to think outside the box. You have to be able to come up with new strategies and surprise (bluff) your opponents!
Poker a sporting hobby? You're just sitting...
Sports hobbies are a great way to stay fit and have fun. In poker, of course, you are not on a field like soccer. Poker is more of a "thinking sport," as it is a competitive game that can improve your strategy and problem-solving skills. Other hobbies that fall into this category include chess (which many poker players also play!).
Beat the best, be the best!
Poker is a great way to test your competitive spirit and take on new challenges. Poker has a competitive element that requires both luck and skill. You need to be able to read your opponents, make good decisions and control your emotions. Ultimately, there is also a bit of luck involved. You have no influence on the cards that come to the table, but of course you can make a nice bluff!
The intersections between poker and other hobbies
So poker has common ground with many different kinds of hobbies. It has common ground with creative hobbies because it forces you to think outside the box. It also interfaces with sporting hobbies because it is a competitive game that can improve your strategy and problem-solving skills. And finally, it interfaces with competitive hobbies because it is a competitive game that can test your competitive spirit and offer new challenges to you.
How can you start playing poker?
Now you may be thinking, "Poker.. That all costs money". But it certainly doesn't! Create an account on GGPoker and you can then practice with play money, also called Play Money. So try it out and who knows, you may have found a new hobby now!
GGPoker is the best online poker room for all types of players. From beginners to professionals, and from micro to high stakes. There are plenty of opportunities to play different games, from cash games to tournaments and much more. And we don't do "We recommend WC Duck"! Winning Best Online Poker Room 2023 confirms that Dutch poker players share this opinion too!
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