So many people feel that being a new poker player is a sin. If you fall into this category you should get your mind straight. The fact of the matter is that there is nothing wrong with being new to the game of poker. Every great player that you see on television or winning big tournaments was a beginner at some point in their career. When it comes down to it, is it really that big of a deal if you are a beginner? Are there any downfalls that are going to cause you to fail? No, you do not want to be seen as a new poker player for your entire career, but while you are at this stage you might as well embrace it as best as you can.