Chess improvement as an adult is harder than it should be. Plus, the journey can sometimes feel too stressful and serious. This show aims to fix that by 1) interviewing experts who can offer clarity on the best ways to improve; and 2) giving you a heap of fun with “chess entertainment” shows that discuss chess culture, events, movies, etc. Most episodes feature a guest, but sometimes I'll do a solo show on a topic. This is all brought to you by me, Daniel Lona. I’m a dedicated chess amateur and the owner of Adult Chess Academy. After listening to this podcast, I want you to have a clearer idea of how to improve, and have a more fun, dynamic chess experience. Please follow the show so you don’t miss an episode!
How Emotions Can Cost You a Game with Daniel Lona
039 Another chess journey update from your favorite podcast host! Every few months, I serve up a solo show that offers my latest insights and struggles, all from my hard-working path toward improvement. But this isn’t just an audio “chess diary.”
I try to bring everything back to lessons we can all use and learn from. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode:
- Why emotions caused an avoidable & heartbreaking loss in my recent OTB tournament.
- Does a recent 200-point blitz rating increase suggest my chess will soon improve in other areas?
- The four biggest contributors to my chess improvement over the past 18 months.
- How OTB tournaments are fueling my fire to become a better chess player.
Resources Referenced:
- Episode 2: Top 7 Lessons Learned After My 1-Year Return To Chess
- Episode 7: The Importance of Your Thought Process In Chess (with Dan Heisman)
- Dan Heisman’s YT Video: Intermediate Time Controls Can Hinder Improvement
- Peter Giannotos: Everyone’s First Chess Workbook (Tactics book)
- John Bain: Chess Tactics for Students
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