how do i deal with losing streaks?

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failingapbio

I have noticed that i experience huge losing streaks, which i cannot seem to control. Sometimes, they invoke a significant psychological toll on me. What causes them, and what has been shown to work against them? How long should breaks be when you find yourself in one?

failingapbio

Unfortunately, I can't even properly close my account anymore, as it's useless since i can re-open it without having to wait and contact support.

Clockwork_Nemesis
Something weird I do is change the board theme and/or change time control slightly just to shake things up. It works for me. Maybe just look at things with a new perspective.
brosB4
I take a break and come back later. Always works.
failingapbio
brosB4 wrote:
I take a break and come back later. Always works.

How long?

TacoGambits

Streaks are brought on by cheaters and bots. Log off for about 45 mins to get a break from them

ChronoLexar

Play the potato opening 1. Nf3 d5 2. a4 and hope they get confused

failingapbio
TacoGambits wrote:

Streaks are brought on by cheaters and bots. Log off for about 45 mins to get a break from them

How so?

Deadmanparty

Do you worry about your winning streaks?