Psychology and Mental Toughness

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  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

The Difference that Makes the Difference

How to be in the top 1%? Discover what differentiates the champions from others.

Improvement Hacks | Psychology and Mental Toughness | 6 min read
  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

Stop Playing Chess When Your Body Doesn't Want To

To win the race, listen to your car. To win at chess, listen to your body.

Psychology and Mental Toughness | Tournament Preparation | Chess Training | 6 min read

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  • GM Gabuzyan Hovhannes

The Tournament’s Not Over, Until It’s Over

GM Gabuzyan shares the important lessons he learned by winning the Armenian National Championship despite being in the last place after the 5th round.

Psychology and Mental Toughness | Tournament Preparation | 5 min read
  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

It’s Never Too Late to Resign

Discover this simple tip that'll help you save many points.

Psychology and Mental Toughness | Practical Chess Tips | 4 min read
  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

To Succeed at Chess, Start with WHY

The starting point of all the achievements starts with this simple 3-letter word.

Improvement Hacks | Psychology and Mental Toughness | 6 min read
  • GM Avetik Grigoryan

How to Become a Chess Grandmaster - Is it Easy?

What does it take to become a chess Grandmaster? What qualities you should possess? How should you invest in yourself? Find out in this article!

Improvement Hacks | Psychology and Mental Toughness | Tournament Preparation | 14 min read