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GM Avetik Grigoryan

How the Small Trips You Take Shape Your Life and Chess

Learn how being conscious of your choices can lead to greater growth, clarity, and success, one trip at a time.

Improvement Hacks | Psychology and Mental Toughness | 3 min read

GM Noël Studer

Enjoy Your Plateaus

Plateaus feel like setbacks—but they’re where real growth happens. Learn how to embrace them and build your edge when progress seems slow.

Improvement Hacks | Psychology and Mental Toughness | 2 min read

GM Noël Studer

The Power of Long-Term Thinking in Chess Improvement

From never making the podium to becoming his country’s youngest grandmaster, GM Noel Studer shares an important lesson from his journey.

Improvement Hacks | 3 min read

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GM Avetik Grigoryan

36 Lessons I Took from Chess to My Life

From the chessboard to real life — 36 lessons on thinking ahead, adapting, and playing your best game every day.

Improvement Hacks | Psychology and Mental Toughness | 3 min read

GM Avetik Grigoryan

10 Things to Give Up to Enjoy Chess Fully

Discover how embracing a lighter mindset can help you enjoy chess again and achieve better results.

Improvement Hacks | 5 min read

GM Noël Studer

6 Steps to Improve Your Chess in 2025

Most chess players stay stuck making the same mistakes year after year. This article outlines 6 practical steps to break bad habits, train smarter, and achieve real progress in 2025.

Improvement Hacks | 6 min read

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