Seeking Balance Rene "TheWakko" Kuhlman on What Makes Good Players Great!
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Aug 29, 2025 Rene "TheWakko" Kuhlman, a brilliant poker mind and host of the Mechanics of Poker podcast, discusses what elevates good players to greatness. He explores the mental game, connecting strategy and emotional awareness for better decision-making, especially under pressure. Rene shares insights on navigating emotions, emphasizing the balance of passion and rationality. The conversation dives into performance anxiety in poker and the importance of fostering self-awareness for personal growth, ultimately promoting a creative and resilient approach to the game.
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Execution Beats Knowledge
- High-level poker success depends more on execution than raw knowledge.
- Knowing ideas isn't enough; awareness and isolating the key factor under pressure decides outcomes.
Attention Trains Your Game
- Attention trains your brain about what matters and shapes future choices.
- Without intentional attention, players drift to biases and habits that undermine performance.
Ask 'What Do I Want?' First
- Check in with your feelings in the moment and notice what you actually want to do.
- Use that felt information to ask whether the action aligns with your goals before deciding.