Perpetual Chess Podcast
Book Recap #34- IM Jeremy Silman's The Amateurs Mind (with David Hamm)
Dec 22, 2023
Famous chess writer and instructor, Jeremy Silman, is remembered through a review of his classic book, The Amateur's Mind. The unique writing style and memorable quotes from the book are discussed, along with Silman's impressive body of work. The accessibility of the concepts and the book's structure are also examined. The chapter on developing mental toughness is highlighted as a fan favorite, and the entertaining critique of grandmasters and instructional games adds humor to the discussion. The hosts rank different chess books and express interest in reading Silman's novel, Biography of a Goat. Guest co-hosts for future book reviews are considered, and the upcoming review of 'Make It Stick' is mentioned.
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Quick takeaways
- Believing in oneself and having confidence in moves is crucial for success in chess, as doubts and insecurity can hinder performance.
- Attitude and mindset significantly influence chess performance, with a positive attitude leading to success and victories even with limited positional understanding.
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The Importance of Confidence in Chess
The book emphasizes the significance of self-belief in achieving good results in chess. Doubts and insecurity can hinder performance, leading to passive play and destructive thoughts. The book emphasizes the need to have confidence in your moves and to avoid playing with fingers crossed, hoping for mistakes from your opponent. Even beginners can benefit from developing a positive mindset and a belief in their abilities, gradually assimilating advanced concepts for improvement.
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