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Hey man I read through your blog quite often but never really find anything to say, guess you could say I just lurk around.
You mention you seem to struggle with tilt/spew etc, and I do at times pretty badly myself. Breaks and that help of course, as does exercise/eating good/spending time with family etc. But one thing that really helped me alot though was reading up on psychology more and understanding how our brains work. Also reading some psychology books that are poker related will definately increase your awareness about these things. I know it helped me alot, and although I can't really gaurantee it'll help you, I think it will at least have some sort of positive impact on your game. I have a couple recommendations so if you're interested in some reading let me know.
I can remember one time I was so frustrated I ended up dropping down 2 levels below where I normally grinded after taking 5 days off. But the readings (although long), have definately helped somehow indirectly I guess. Just recenlty I went through a huge downswing so I know exactly how you're feeling right now, I almost threw up when I realized how many buyins I lost.
Anyway, good plan on taking a break, and congrats on 4 months with the girl.
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