

5 Genius Mental Models From Poker to Help Master Life: Thinking In Bets
21 snips Jan 14, 2025
Explore genius decision-making strategies that draw from the world of poker! Learn from Annie Duke how mental models can enhance everyday choices. Discover transformative lessons about emotional control and rationality in life decisions. Unpack three key mental models for better decision-making and the value of luck versus effort. Finally, challenge your assumptions to foster personal growth and make wiser choices. Perfect for anyone looking to elevate their decision-making game!
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Annie Duke's Poker Journey
- Annie Duke, a psychology student, fell ill before her PhD, delaying her studies.
- She started playing poker to make ends meet and became the most successful female player.
Seek Truth
- Always seek truth and learn from every action, assuming you can improve.
- Attribute wins to skill and losses to bad luck, and do the reverse for competitors.
Don't Chase Losses
- Avoid chasing losses, especially in poker or investing, to prevent financial ruin.
- Create an accountability group to discuss wins and losses and discourage reckless behavior.