Hey guys,
So I've never been much of a blogger, but figured it would fit in just fine with me streaming as well. So, for starters, lets talk about our very slow start in the bankroll challenge. Honestly, it really isn't much of a surprise. The swings and run bad on these sites are just insane. Being " live" does help push through the nonsense but I figured that what I'm doing away from the tables is just as important. recently, I started eating healthy. Drinking some fruit smoothies in the Am that just happen to be loaded up with protein. Who needs coffee?? :). Also, doing my best to meditate as much as possible. I don't think people realize how powerful meditation can actually be. If you haven't tried it before. Go for it and let me know how it went when you see me on the stream. Overall, poker is all about balance because life will throw you a bunch of curve balls. Like waking up with a tooth ache 
. Anyways, I hope this blog will gain some interest and I'll be updating at least twice a week!
See you on the stream guys and gals!!!
Blog needs more pics!
Nice to drop the coffee, I did for green tea. I used to do a lot of smoothies too, careful on the suguar content (I would do yogurt, kefir, fresh or frozen fruit, and some fruit juice... talk about sugar! Now I do a banana, eggs or yogurt generally with my green tea).
I try to sleep a solid 8 hours too and I seem to do well with that.
a lot of people recommend meditation, but the important thing is, how do you actually learn proper meditation?
Its not as easy like saying.. try meditating! (I dont even know how to start or if trust one source or the other), so how did you learn meditation? :p
If you don't know how to start with meditation try one of the apps below. They are both very good.
https://www.headspace.com/
http://www.calm.com/
I don't think meditation has to be that complex. I enjoy going into the backyard. Putting on some meditation music and just listening to my surrounding. It does help that i live in a very quiet community Also, for the colder months. I purchased an LED shower head. This allows me to meditate in the morning. Not only does the steam turn the shower into a sauna, but the lights really do help with relaxing the mind. It is the real deal.
As for my smoothies. My wife has this protein powder stuff that she gets from the health store. mixing that with a few fruit and were all set. If you guys want to know the name of it i'll include it in my next blog :)
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Hey guys,
So the stream has been going great, but the bankroll challenge has had it's ups and downs. As a poker player, I try to give myself off one day per work to just rest the mind and do anything or everything that isn't poker related. So far I had a nice breakfast with the wife, went golfing/ go karting and spent some quality time with the hound dog. Tomorrow I'll be back streaming once again, unless I decide to stream a little later on today for some " Bonus Coverage".
Streaming overall has been a great experience. I love seeing some of the same guys throughout the week and I've built some pretty strong relationships with a few of them. One player that goes by the name Jeff Money is a fellow Mets fan and we can go back and forth for hours. You really do meet a lot of good people online, Its refreshing.
One of the toughest parts of streaming is simple being consistent. Without winning a bracelet or having a household name you really have to work your rear end off to get a good amount of viewers throughout the week. I did study marketing in college, so i might have to start using that to my advantage! Anyways, hope you guys enjoy the blog and the stream. Will be looking forward to seeing you all Tomorrow at 3pm EST! #Dogpound
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Dogpound FTW!!! Go go go!!!
Alright, I've read some interesting stuff on here! A few months ago I started eating healthier too. I'm not a smoothie fan tho, but that's maybe because I'm single, I don't know. I think it's a girly thing, but that can be me (NO OFFENSE!) ;). I just eat a lot fruit, vegetables, greek yoghurt, nuts, tuna fish, chicken,... And I do intense workouts, EVERY DAY for 30min + once a week some cheat meat to shock my body.
I really like the fact that you said how powerful meditation can be. Because that is so damn true! About a year an a half ago, there was a big change in my life. I went to live on my own and I decided to give meditation a try. It was completely new to me. So I read some books and watched some videos about it. So at this day, I still meditate 20min every night before I go to sleep. In the beginning it were the longest 20min of my life and now sometimes it feels like just a few minutes. I just sit still on my couch, let my thoughts fly by, control my breathing -> clear mind. Long term results: no more stress, very relaxed, very present, no more physical or mental pain, better in gaming, etc... Plus I go out a lot and I'm a really social person. Meditation made me even better at meeting and talking to new people. So only good things to tell about it. :)
About the poker part... I don't really have much time to play poker because I've been gaming for more than 9 years now and I'm the ingame leader of my team. (meditation helped a lot there too, my teammates noticed I didn't yell at them anymore, at least not so often hah). I played some husng months ago, micro stakes but I took it kinda serious and got coached by a friend of mine. Still lost a little bit of the interest tho (the ups and downs are insane...), but it's coming back I guess. So I checked out this site again. Saw this post.
And because I already watch streams every night, especially those where I can learn from. I will check out yours tonight man. For sure!
Hey Volljon,
Really enjoyed reading your comments. Thank you for getting into a little more detail with meditation, I believe your words will help a lot of people who happen to be on the fence with using meditation. It truly is amazing. As for the " girlie" smoothie comments..... You are 100 % correct haha! Although they taste great, easy to make and something that will fill you up quick in the AM. You said you game.... I tend to get into some gaming myself once in a while. Usually games like Madden, UFC and occasionally games like Metal gear solid or Tomb Raider! As for streaming, I'll be on around 3pm Est! Looking forward to chatting it up!
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Hey guys,
So, September got here real fast didn't it? I don't know about you guys, but I'm a big fan of the types of beer that we all start to see this time of year. Mainly, Blue Moon Pumpkin spice. It is better than getting dealt pocket AA's! If I could only drink while streaming . As for the stream, it seems to be firing on all cylinders. Yes, we are running reallllyyyyy bad, but that doesn't mean that I don't have a fun time streaming with my fellow Dog Pound members. . We do a lot of giveaways on the stream, but once again I'm trying to think of a sweepstakes that is focused more on the weekdays. I'll be sure to let you all know once I figure that one out. I'll be streaming again today. Was thinking about changing my streaming time from 3PM EST to 4PM EST. Regardless, I'll post on Twitter @pbogz1114 and Tiltbook whenever I do choose to stream.
Usually, on these blogs I like to talk a little more about what I do outside of poker, but honestly I've been really working my butt off trying to get this stream running and continually improve as a player. I guess the most exciting thing that happened to me last weekend was a car accident ( Wasn't my fault ). Besides that, I just hung out with a few friends, threw back a few beers and thought about what I must have did in my past life to deserve this run bad .
Once again guys and gals, looking forward to seeing you all on stream :) Take care!!!!!!
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Hey guys,
So the weekend is finally wrapping up and it was a good one for sure. We had Labor Day in the U.S today and did some good old fashion bbq'ing. Had a lot of family and friends over and just kicked back and had a real good time. Having these kinda days away from poker IMO are very important. Clear your mind, refocus and come back better than ever. Can't wait to get back to streaming tomorrow. Hopefully, the string of back luck is coming to an end. Let's get this week rolling the right way!!!!!
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Just want to give you guys an update on some cool new things we are doing on the stream, starting this week.
1) DogPound photo booth! - Send a picture of you and your dog or a dog that you know and be Dogpound official. Send picture to Kenflo1114@Gmail.com. 16X9 will be best!
2) Climb the latter. HyperTime and TurboTime now have a whole new meaning. Every time I win a buyin, I'll move up to the next one until I lose.. HOW FAR CAN I GO?????
3) Flashback - This is where I'll tell a funny story from my past, so you guys can get to know me a lil more :)
See you on the stream!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Hey Everyone,
Weekend was pretty damn fun. Got to spend some quality time with my father for his 58th Bday. Went to the bar with a few friends on Saturday night and of course NFL football on Sunday!!!. My Giants lost in the worst way possible, but life goes on lol. As for the stream, its been going great, With the dogpound photo booth and " Climb the ladder" It's gotten very exciting. Already on tier 3 today with the turbo's. Make sure you stop by to see if I get back to the top. I've also thought about changing my background theme setup. That is a work in progress.
Hope to see you guys on stream and i'll be updating my blog as much as possible... See yah!!
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Yea that was quite a screwup from the Giants.
Keep up the rockin stream!
Something a lot of people don't really know about myself is that I enjoy writing poetry ( Yes, I know. What a corn ball). Well that won't stop me from posting something I wrote a few years ago. Was dedicated to my wife, before we were married. #Dogpound
" My heart refuses to ever let go
When the brain is concerned, the heart says let’s grow
My soul loves your soul. That is depth and connection
From a visual perspective, I’ll be your strength and protection
Let us build on a foundation that is already strong
We’ve got not time to waste. We aren’t here for very long
Let us love each other like tomorrow is no guarantee
If we get in some deep waters, you’ll know where I’ll be
Right by your side, that kind of guy
Will catch you when you’re falling
Without blinking an eye
Life is a gift; let us live with no regrets
A life of adventure, I hear those are the best! "
Don't rag on me to hard guys!!!! LOL see you all on stream!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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hey, giants fan, professional gambler, craft beer loving, barbecuing, meat-eating, head of the dog-pound... and...romantic poet?
who'd have guessed it. nice to see a different, unexpected side to people.
was crazy into poetry during my teenage years, used to write a bit too.
and you got the girl.
boss.
Epic comment... Thanks bro :)
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What beers do you like?
I'm assuming my liking to Pumpkin Spice Blue Moon got some attention haha. The only beer I dislike are the brands that are heavy on advertisement. Bud, Coars I won't drink.
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Check it out!!!!! New toy!
# DogPound!
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Very nice pick up!
Hey guys,
So i'm excited to announce that I will be having a completely new layout on the stream. It is going to be awesome!!!!!!
Also, we are giving away 30 minute free coaching sessions for every 50 live followers. DON' T MISS OUT!!!!!!
http://www.twitch.tv/pbogz1114
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Big news!!!
Starting next week we will be giving away some great prizes on stream. Don't miss out!!!!!!
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Starting a 1500 to 5k TURBO bankroll challenge starting this Monday!!!!
http://www.twitch.tv/pbogz1114
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NOIZE! IN!
Two people have already walked away a winner in Paradise! When will the next giveaway be? Come join us to find out!!
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1) Braveheart
2) Rocky 4
3) Jurrasic Park
4) Rounders
5) Sinister
Don't like my top 5? Share your list and we can compare.
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My top 5 (too difficult to rank them):
Forrest Gump
Shawshank Redemption
Goodfellas
The Matrix
The Usual Suspects