Pushing forward, on the other hand, can be helpful if you have a strong hand or think other players are having trouble with theirs. Taking calculated chances by selecting potentially useful carrummyds from the discard pile can pay off handsomely if you have already formed multiple melds and are about to go out. This aggressive strategy, though, necessitates carefully analyzing both your hand and your opponents'; if they appear ready to go out as well, it might be better to play cautiously. The secret to mastering rummy is finding the ideal balance between pushing and dropping.