Jedidiah932's Blog

How to play with purpose, and how I discovered Anastasia's mate.

2026-04-14T13:13:47.369Z

Inject some purpose and direction in your play instead of 'winging' it. This can be done by doing a few of these ideas highlighted below.

Every Master WAS once a Beginner.

2026-04-13T15:01:50.614Z

It's important to understand what it takes to become a master, and in this article I highlight to you the differences in Chess levels as a Fide Instructor working with national champions.

Wilhelm Steinitz became world champion at 50. Your good years are still ahead.

2026-04-08T18:27:28.77Z

I started playing Chess at the age of 19 years in Varsity. Never played the nationals at a junior nor had exposure to such titles, but now I beat master players continually.

Memorizing Solutions.

2026-04-07T16:23:32.49Z

A short introduction on how to learn and improve by simply using solutions, learning and solving over and over again until your brain 'gets it'.

The Chess Improvement Formula: Study + Analysis = Mastery

2025-07-17T10:49:09.386Z

Improving at chess isn't just about grinding games or memorizing moves. It’s a deliberate process that follows a powerful scientific principle: Study + Analysis = Improvement (In short: S + A = I) This formula, simple on the surface, hides a deep truth about chess mastery. Think of it like the laws of physics in your chess universe—immutable, tested, and reliable. In this one-page blog, we’ll explore this elegant equation using scientific analogies, mathematical expressions, and practical takeaways. Let’s dive into the formula and highlight five key principles you need to understand if you're serious about real, lasting improvement.

Who gave the pawn permission to promote?

2025-03-10T02:43:27.844Z

In this article, we will explore the life of the pawn on the chessboard and how it parallels your HUMAN LIFE beyond the 64 squares

When should my child start playing chess?

2025-02-21T16:03:36.759Z

In this article, we look at the top 10 chess players in the world (according to FiDE in January 2025) to see how old they were when they started playing chess. We do this to determine the ideal age at which to consider teaching a child chess.