This is an excellent example of the difference between effective and ineffective approaches to teaching and learning chess at the highest level. The key lesson is that talent & hard work alone are not enough. Players must objectively evaluate their methods, recognize their weaknesses, and be willing to change their approach when it is not producing the desired results. Many top players have made this mistake by failing to critically assess their decisions and learning processes. The same principle applies beyond chess: success requires continuous self-evaluation, adaptability, and the ability to learn from experience! Equally important, professional chess players MUST prepare for life beyond competitive chess. Developing skills, interests, and career opportunities outside the game should be part of their long-term planning. Those who do not prepare for the next stage of life risk facing significant challenges when their competitive careers end! @EndgameaiChess @FIDE_chess @ECUonline @USChess @WOMChess @FideWomen