Quote Originally Posted by a500lbgorilla
And what lesson did you learn, if it was "don't open limp AKs" you've picked up a mantra but you haven't really taken anything away from this thread.
I learned that playing when you are tired can cloud your judgement and reasoning. I don't really have a specific mantra really. I tend to try and vary my style depending on the table.

What I also learned is that I need to focus more on the what happens post-flop and to see what the opponent is signaling with their hand, a skill that i haven't yet developed that well. This has been a good hand for realizing for realizing how badly I need to improve.

It is frustrating grinding away in the micros, overcharging people for everything and still having them draw out on you (not referencing this hand obviously). I know it will come around in the long run; it just makes you want to rip your hair out.

Anyways, thanks for all the responses! I really appreciate the feedback.