Psychology and Mental Toughness

Chess is a psychological game. Analytical skills aren't enough. You also need the toughness of a warrior. Get Grandmasters' advice below on building your mental toughness!

Blog Psychology and Mental Toughness

A personal reflection on 37 lessons chess taught me about life, growth, and choosing better moves.

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If your child seems lazy, this story might change how you respond.

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Motivation doesn’t come from force or discipline. It comes from understanding yourself. Meet your Minions and learn how to work with them.

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Why goals should guide direction, not create pressure, and what monks taught me about focusing on daily practice.

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Why do we keep searching where it’s bright, even when the keys are lost in the dark? Champions know better.

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Inspired by Toyota’s Andon cord, this is a reflection on why sometimes the smartest move, in life and chess… is to stop.

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