My Little Poker Ritual!

Everyone has their own way of getting ready before a tournament. Some people meditate, some grab a cup of coffee, and others just jump straight into action.

Me? I have my own little routine before I sit down to play poker, and trust me, I don't like skipping it!

First things first, the music!

I have two particular songs I always listen to before starting a game. I just love the way it makes me feel, it somehow just put me in the right mood. 

Once those songs are playing, I start getting into my poker mindset. It's almost like my personal signal that game time is approaching.

Then comes the part that might make you laugh: my socks and gloves!

For some reason my feet always get cold whenever I'm playing poker. I could be perfectly comfortable but once I settle down for a session and the game starts to get serious, my feet decide it's winter time, so I've learned my lesson. I make sure my socks and gloves are ready before I start. 

Once the music is done, my socks and gloves are on, and everything feels right, I'm ready to go.

It's nothing complicated, but I've grown attached to this little routine. It helps me settle in and get comfortable to prepare mentally for whatever the session brings.