I grew up in a family where the adults played after Thankgiving dinner every year, by the age of 10, I was playing with siblings in the basement. That was 50+ years ago
I like the idea of a team competition but not random team assignments. If there were "designated" captains" that entered the team (players) of their choice, I would participate. if there were 4 or 5 teams of 4 players it seems that would work. just my thoughts
I found the Poker Community when I started playing on Stock Poker. There was a $1.10 game that needed a PW and I was led to here and joined up. Really glad I did as the community was really welcoming and the forum threads are very interesting.
I don't rage after a bad beat, they happen to everyone. I have been on bith sides many times so that may be a part of my non reactions to them. Sometimes I get in a rut where it "feels" like I can't win a hand and I will step away for a little while to clear my head. Having a solid mental...
I do not play differently, but I do know the player doing the bashing will usually become much looser in their play when in hands against me. I use that to my advantage.