My greatest obstruction to improvement is distraction. I cannot sit and concentrate for a period of time without picking up my phone and scrolling through social media. I used to ask myself how guys like Alexander Alekhine got so good at tactics without the huge databases we have today. Then I saw a photo of him after his death with a chessboard by his side. That's when I knew he was studying chess non-stop with no distractions. My aim for 2025 is to delete all social media, which has also affected my sleep patterns.
My part 2 score was 0.3
My part 1 score was 0.0
I need help.
I am really broke and can't afford a chess coach.
My parents don't think I should be even playing chess.
But I enjoy chess.
My part 1 score was 0.0
I need help.
I am really broke and can't afford a chess coach.
My parents don't think I should be even playing chess.
But I enjoy chess.
@vihaanthegr8 said in #3:
> My part 2 score was 0.3
> My part 1 score was 0.0
> I need help.
> I am really broke and can't afford a chess coach.
> My parents don't think I should be even playing chess.
> But I enjoy chess.
You dont need a coach, just hold yourself accountable and try to raise those scores. Raise part 2 first because it is easiest to do. Then sit down and brainstorm for ideas for part 1.
> My part 2 score was 0.3
> My part 1 score was 0.0
> I need help.
> I am really broke and can't afford a chess coach.
> My parents don't think I should be even playing chess.
> But I enjoy chess.
You dont need a coach, just hold yourself accountable and try to raise those scores. Raise part 2 first because it is easiest to do. Then sit down and brainstorm for ideas for part 1.
Thanks LiamJoseph !
my score is 0.9
mine is 0.7
0.0 and 0.1, at least there is room for improvement:) great article very insightful!