Chess is more than half a millenium in age. Both in spite of and because of its age, it is relevant to competiton.
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What everyday lessons does the game teach us?
1. Protect your king.
Many games are lost not won because of ill-constructed defenses. Exceptional MVB clubs had strong defenses to complement strong attack.
2. A pawn can become a queen.
Each piece has strategic value and deserves special consideration.
3. The pieces work together.
You cannot win with a "strong bishop" or a "powerful knight." As in Misaeng, a piece that "has not come into play" can change the game. Work to become that piece.
4. Learn from and love our losses.
Every match teaches us lessons if we are curious, open, and thoughtful.
5. Don't believe you're "the smartest guy in the room."
Chess taught us that machines (e.g. Deep Blue) could defeat the strongest play. It also taught us that the combination of "man and machine" in Centaur Chess could produce even greater strength. Don't ignore or belittle technology. It is here to help us.
6. Be on the lookout.
Watch how our thoughts become words, words become actions, and actions become habits. "Begin with the end in mind" - creating better habits results in better versions of ourselves.
Lagniappe. Never forget the fundamentals. Is it "Newtonian physics?" Use your platform to direct passes both horizontally and vertically.
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