Why do players keep falling for the ‘gambler’s fallacy’ and other psychological traps?
I’ve definitely been there — it’s way too easy to let emotions take over, especially after a streak of losses. One trick that helped me is breaking my bankroll into smaller units and forcing myself to stick to them, which keeps me from chasing “due” wins. I also read a guide on https://thebangladeshtoday.com/?p=31268 about how pros manage streaks and focus on probabilities rather than luck. The key seems to be recognizing the fallacy and being disciplined enough not to let hope dictate your bets.
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I’ve noticed that at tables, players react very differently after a series of losses. Some immediately raise bets, some slow down, and others step away entirely. Watching these patterns is fascinating because you can see psychology in action — how excitement, stress, and perception of chance affect decision-making. Even subtle shifts in table energy seem to influence how people play their next rounds, sometimes more than actual probabilities.