The 7 Worst Tilt Triggers In Poker And Your Game Plan

SmartPokerStudy
18 Jul 2025
Intermediate
This material is for medium-skilled players
Strategy

Sky from Smart Poker Study breaks down the 7 most common tilt-inducing situations in poker and provides mathematical insights plus practical tips to handle each one. From missing flops 70% of the time to dealing with aggressive three-bettors, learn how to stay rational and profitable when emotions run high.

Expect to miss flops 70% of the time, pocket pairs become underpairs frequently, and inferior hands can't beat math forever - plan accordingly.

Tilt Management Essentials:

  • Missing flops happens 70% of the time with a 40% preflop range - expect it always
  • Pocket Queens become underpairs 34% of the time when overcards hit
  • Don't bluff calling stations with fold-to-cbet stats below 40%
  • Use table selection skills against aggressive three-bettors targeting your position
  • Take 5-minute breaks after bad beats to reset mentally before continuing
  • Fish on heaters create more opportunity - watch for winner's tilt patterns
  • Value bet relentlessly against non-folders instead of attempting bluffs
About the Author
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SmartPokerStudy Poker training site & podcast

SmartPokerStudy is run by Sky Matsuhashi, a coach who shares clear poker study tips through his podcast and site. He gives simple strategies and action steps for cash games, sit-and-gos, and MTTs, helping players improve each week with targeted, easy–to–use guidance.

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