We are all familiar with the "life lessons" that poker can teach us. At least we all know about the endless articles that link poker to everything from politics and business to marriage and raising children.
Doesn't every business deal require a 'poker face'? Aren't all political negotiations 'high stakes'?
I want to recommend an article to you by David Sklansky and Alan Schoonmaker. The title is: "Poker is Good for You". I have reprinted the article below, I recommend that you take the time to read it, if you haven't already done so.
I do want to make a couple of comments on what the authors have said about the benefits of poker but first, take a look at the list the authors have compiled as a summary of why 'Poker is Good for You':
Poker is A Great Teacher.
Poker Improves Your Study Habits.
Poker Develops Your Math Skills.
Poker Develops Your Logical Thinking.
Poker Develops Your Concentration.
Poker Develops Your Patience.
Poker Develops Your Discipline.
Poker Teaches You To Focus On The Long Term.
Poker Teaches You That Forgoing A Profit Equals Taking A Loss.
Poker Develops Your Realism.
Poker Teaches You To Adjust To Changing Situations.
Poker Teaches You To Adjust To Diverse People.
Poker Teaches You To Avoid Racial, Sexual And Other Prejudices.
Poker Teaches You How To Handle Losses.
