To Show or Not to Show that is the Question!

Do you show your cards when you've folded your pocket kings to show what a good lay down you are making? What about when you've forced everyone out of the had, do you show off your daring bluff? For me the answer to this question is a simple no. Poker is a game of decision making and providing your opponents with more information than you have to is a bad idea. However, there are exceptions to almost every tactic in poker. When you show make sure you do it for a specific reason. For example you have nothing and bluff an opponent out of a big pot. You've been watching him and are pretty sure that you can put him on tilt by showing off your bluff. Just make sure when you make the decision to show your cards you have a good reason and that is not based in emotion or to show off what a brilliant play you just made. Never do anything only to gain approval or respect of your opponents. The pride and self respect that only comes in time from being a consistent winner is all the respect you need. Poker Resources Featured Poker Rooms: Absolute Poker Full Tilt Poker UltimateBet PokerStars Learn to Play Poker Profitably the right way: Sit N Go Pro Outstanding Poker