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Why do I have a good poker face?
Having a good poker face means not expressing positive or negative reactions to the game, keeping your body in a relaxed position, and calmly interacting with other players. This can become difficult when tensions are high but is necessary when playing the game.
How do you control facial expressions?
Try these:
- Go neutral first. Make sure your face is relaxed and neutral.
- Smile! Practice in front of a mirror.
- Serious face. Practice looking serious and concerned without frowning or scowling.
- Get feedback. Ask someone you trust to evaluate your face as you speak informally.
- Now see yourself.
- Bring it.
How do you keep your face neutral?
Relax your eyes and mouth.
- Take a moment to consciously relax the muscles in your face. You’d be surprised how tensed-up they can become even if you aren’t experiencing any emotions.
- Poker players make an art form of the expressionless poker face.
- Do not avoid eye contact.
Do you put on a poker face when you’re angry?
Well, the emotion on your face is nonverbal, but it is still communication, and sometimes it is counterproductive to say nonverbally “I’m angry” or “I feel awkward.” The good news is that you can learn to put on a poker face when you need it. I’m not suggesting phoniness or pretending you’re happy when you’re angry.
Why is it important to have a poker face?
Improving your ability to have a poker face when you need it (and only when you need it) can increase your effectiveness with people. Why? Because emotions are contagious when they can be seen.
How do you show emotion while playing poker?
While you’re playing poker, the basic rule of thumb is to not ever register your feelings overtly. The only thing that might give you away is the look on your face, so you have to show as little emotion on your face as you can.
Is having a poker face a gift or a curse?
Having a poker face is both a gift and a curse. While you can hide your thoughts and feelings from everyone else, a lot of people will think you’re arrogant and unemotional. In a lot of circumstances, it is helpful because you want to hide how you’re feeling.