Evan Rabin

From Pawns to Paydays: Careers That Chess Players Can Dominate

By Simone McFarlane, Founder of Shoestring Parenting  Chess transcends being merely a game; it cultivates essential skills like strategic thinking and patience, which are necessary for personal and professional growth. For those profoundly passionate about chess, transforming this affinity into a career path can offer fulfillment and financial benefits. Premier Chess explores careers where your …

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The Surprising Benefits of Chess for Individuals with ADHD

By, Cheryl Tierney, MD, MPH; Chief Medical Officer of Meliora Health and Jane Potter Baumer, CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist, Meliora Health “It’s an entire world of just 64 squares. I feel safe in it. I can control it, I can dominate it, and it’s predictable. So, if I get hurt, I only have myself to blame.” …

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Play Your Own Section

By National Master Evan Rabin  The advice given in this post is controversial among chess coaches…While it is important to play against strong opponents to improve, at tournaments, players should play their ‘own section’ and not ‘play up’. Tournaments usually have class sections that have maximum ratings. For instance, the World Open has an open …

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