Hi friends! If you’re learning the basics or familiar with the game, there’s always a better plan to learn. The game helps strengthen focus through repetition. When beginning, understanding simple opening ideas is a smart place to start. No worries about mistakes in the beginning, since every game shows what to improve. Playing often against different opponents will help spot patterns. Observing experienced opponents can also speed things up, especially if you notice why certain moves are played. Over time, you’ll start to feel more confident. Most importantly, stay relaxed. Chess gets better with practice, and makes more sense as you practice.