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Is It Wrong to Play Poker?

4,795 views · Published 6 December 2018 · 11:12 · Indexed 17 October 2026

Channel: Conscious Poker by Alec Torelli · 2018 · People & Blogs

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I get so many messages, DM's and emails from people asking if it's wrong to play poker because it's a zero sum game. In short, for you to win, someone has to lose and therefore nothing of value is created for society (besides entertainment). In this video I share my thoughts on the subject and hopefully provide perspective on how to find more meaning and fulfillment while playing poker and ways to make it a non zero sum endeavor.

I'd love to hear your thoughts. Is playing poker wrong? Share your ideas in a comment below. 

Alec

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