Lesson overview

Knowing When to Fold

The art of letting go

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Can you fold a hand you KNOW is probably best?

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You have pocket Kings—the second best starting hand. By the river, there are 4 hearts on board. Your Kings aren't hearts. Opponent goes all-in. Your gut screams 'Kings are good!' Your brain whispers 'They have the flush.' What do you do?

What you’ll learn

  • Why folding is a skill, not a weakness
  • Signs that you're beat (and should let go)
  • How to save money by escaping traps

From the full lesson

💡 The Hero Call Trap

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Beginners LOVE "hero calls."

"I called his bluff! I'm a genius!"

From the full lesson

Good Folds Save Money

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"A bet saved is a bet earned."

Imagine two players:

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