Stop Loss Limits: When to Quit a Session

## When to Quit a Session Stop-loss limits are predetermined loss thresholds that trigger the end of your session. They protect your bankroll from catastrophic single-session losses and prevent emotional decision-making during downswings. A common cash game stop-loss is 3-5 buy-ins per session. If you lose 3 buy-ins at NL50 ($300), close the tables, review what happened, and come back tomorrow with a fresh mindset. This simple rule prevents the 10+ buy-in disaster sessions that devastate bankrolls. Stop-loss limits work because the player you are after losing 3 buy-ins is not the same player who sat down at the beginning of the session. Emotional fatigue, tilt, and frustration degrade your decision-making. The best decision you can make after hitting your stop-loss is to stop playing. ## Rakeback Connection Rakeback is directly relevant to bankroll management because it provides guaranteed income that cushions downswings, accelerates bankroll growth, and reduces your overall risk. When making any bankroll decision, factor in your expected rakeback — it changes the math significantly.