Hard to see the chess board when you’re on it

The speaker describes a training exercise where they use magnets on a board to simulate a military operation. This exercise allowed participants to observe the situation from a detached perspective, enabling them to see the overall picture and plan their actions like a chessboard. The exercise provided a unique opportunity to witness an immediate action drill from a high-level perspective, contrasting the typical experience of being in the midst of chaotic and disorienting situations during military operations.