Are you constantly comparing your chess progress to that of others? Are four, five, or six-hour-a-day study plans effective for amateur players? I offer opinions on these topics and more. The segments in this episode include:

The "tournament hall" vs. the "study hall"
Handling decision fatigue from all the available study material
The essential areas of focus for beginners
OTB vs. online strategy
The comparison game
Talent vs. hard work
Is studying several hours a day actually necessary at the amateur/club level?

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Ep. 30: Dubious Study Plans, The Comparison Game, & More