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Handling setbacksThe 1 Thing Every Champion Has in CommonIn your chess journey, you'll face painful losses. Everyone does. But in those moments, you have a choice — a choice that separates the champions from the rest.
GM Avetik Grigoryan5 min read
Handling setbacksEnjoy Your PlateausPlateaus feel like setbacks—but they’re where real growth happens. Learn how to embrace them and build your edge when progress seems slow.
GM Noël Studer2 min read
Handling setbacks5 Crucial Steps to Stop Bad Results in ChessNobody likes to be in a bad chess period where you lose too many games. However, you can not only stop the bad results but also emerge as a stronger player by applying the 5 steps shared in this article.GM Avetik Grigoryan4 min read
Handling setbacksThe #1 Thing My Father Did for Me (I Didn't Understand Then…)My father helped me a lot over the years. But the best thing he ever did for me was something he chose not to do.GM Avetik Grigoryan3 min read
Handling setbacksFixing mistakesLearn the Right Lessons From Your MistakesHere's why it's important to learn the right lessons from your mistakes...GM Avetik Grigoryan5 min read
Handling setbacksA Secret Weapon for Handling Tough Positions and Bad MoodsUse this simple trick to handle bad moods and tough positions during a real game.GM Avetik Grigoryan5 min read
Handling setbacksMistakes Are Not FailuresDon't be afraid to experiment and try new things, even if it means making some mistakes along the way.GM Avetik Grigoryan7 min read
Handling setbacksThe Andon Spirit – The Courage to StopInspired by Toyota’s Andon cord, this is a reflection on why sometimes the smartest move, in life and chess… is to stop.GM Avetik Grigoryan2 min read
Handling setbacksI Wasn’t Supposed to Share This: The Darkest Chapter of My LifePain. Rage. Collapse... It’s the hidden chapter behind the scenes. Shared with hope it helps someone through their own storm.GM Avetik Grigoryan5 min readEnjoying our articles?
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