I look at what someone has PUT INTO the game to be where he or she is. I look at what he/she has "given up". For example, I gamble a little bit. I'm NOT the best player in the world. I played APA this season for the FIRST TIME EVER. In 8 ball I'm maxed out as a 7. In 9 ball I'm an 8. Now, I know PEOPLE BETTER THAN ME!! Honestly, truly I do. HOWEVER, when I look at said individuals I think to myself "this guy is two balls better but he dropped out of school in 10th grade and can't write a coherent sentence" But maybe no one understands this but me. Perhaps I'm crazy guys!!
I remember Steve Mizerack said after losing "you guys are lucky I was up last night doing lessons plans for my students and I have a full time job. Unless I would NEVER miss a ball" 







