I watched this video before my latest otb game and I beat an 85 year old who used to play for England. His name is John Footner and he was the British correspondence chess champion in 1976. Legend and nice guy! Admittedly he is past his best and resigned in a drawn position thinking I had won (oops) but the main thing is, I was telling myself every move, "Imagine you're your opponent and try to refute your own move"
Final example is so instructive! My 2nd time watching this video and even as a 2150 lichess rapid i couldn’t figure out why Ne5 wasn’t safe. So superficial counting is a problem that goes far beyond 1500. I was looking 2.5 moves deep not 3 moves deep.
Thanks. Without re-watching the video, I think I know which example you are referring. It is a good example of the difference between superficial safety and actually figuring out if something is safe :)
Thanks, much appreciated. There's not too many books like this, so that's one reason I wrote it. I tend to write things you can't easily find other places :)
HI Dan, Thanks for the videos. They make my (unfortunately) lazy mind work a bit harder to make the right moves. Your videos help to change my mindset to be more safe (& to put more value on a pawn....).
@@danheismanchess Post-start. I used to play a bit when I was younger & actually was quite good just using "common sense". Unfortunately, before I (recently) started up again, I had read ALOT of chess books etc first (yours were/are very helpful BTW) & when I resumed playing my chess thoughts, for some reason, became scattered, my "common sense" disappeared, & I started to get frustrated & became "lazy" in my decision making. When I play right/focussed (using your suggestions) I play very well...unfortunately I can't seem to keep it together game after game for some reason. I have to figure out how to keep harnessing the lessons/"right way to play" etc game after game. Thanks again for your videos (books/columns etc) though as they keep reminding me about what I have to do to be successful.
Aweseom video Dan. This is an eye opener. I agree with you that tactics books only teach offensive moves and that's what I was using in my games. Becoming more and more conscious of thought process. Thank You!
Thanks. Yes, the same tactics that you use to win material are, of course, necessary to make sure that your move is safe (i.e., the opponent cannot use them to win material against you once you have made your move). Obviously it's at least as important not to lose material as it is to win material (actually more since you could lose material on almost any move, while you can only gain material if your opponent makes a tactical mistake).
I have enjoyed and learned from every one of your videos, but this one really hits home with me. If I didn't know better, I would think you were using my games to demonstrate these errors because I have made them repeatedly. In fact, I made that very move, Ne5, with almost that exact position, earlier today in a correspondence game. Now I'm hoping my opponent does not see this video and take advantage of my mistake. Thank you for this video and all the others!
Thanks, much appreciated. I also thought this was a key video since so many of my students make the mistakes I mention in the video, like only using their tactical vision to see if a move is safe.
Since the last video on hope chess i have strongly improved my play by not blundering. This video takes it to the next level. Just ordered your book also, looking forward for some puzzles! Great video.
This video is awesome this is exactly what happens often in games to me. I look for a direct attack and then make the move and 4 ply later say goodbye to my lost pawn or piece. This is a great book luckily I can get the e-book in my country for 12,99 this way I will have it it instantly this will be a very good investment of money and time for sure. Thanks again for a great lesson and writing this book it will help me to look deeper into the position before I make my move.
Amazing vid. I'm a novice, so I'm glad I learned this relatively early on! Also, you mentioned maybe there was a Polgar book that drilled defensive tactics. Can you recall which?
Except for my book "Is Your Move Safe?" I don't think there are any entire books with all "defensive" oriented tactics puzzles. But Susan Polgar's Chess Tactics for Champions does have a section (3 chapters) on it, about 15% of her book.
Thank you Sir for this video. It was one of your best videos if not the best. I think this type of video is much more instructive and helpful for any beginner and low amateur player than any other kind of video. Can I get your book in PGN or any other chess format in order to use it in my online lectures?
For book formats, please google the publisher "Mongoose Press" and ask them. They provide the various formats. For example, it is available in app form (I think Forward Chess app).
There's no one answer for this. There are 3 ways to get out of check: move the king, block (if from a bishop, rook, or queen at a distance), or capture the attacking piece. The first question is "What are ALL the ways to get out of check?" but then you have to take time to carefully analyze each one to see what might happen next & then compare the evaluations to choose the one(s) that give you the best chance for whatever your goal is (draw, win).
The program to show the diagrams? (formerly ICC now LiChess). The program to make the video? (Camtasia) The program to run the analysis? (usually Stockfish)
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I watched this video before my latest otb game and I beat an 85 year old who used to play for England. His name is John Footner and he was the British correspondence chess champion in 1976. Legend and nice guy!
Admittedly he is past his best and resigned in a drawn position thinking I had won (oops) but the main thing is, I was telling myself every move, "Imagine you're your opponent and try to refute your own move"
Interesting! Thanks for the story and good job! Glad to be of service... I can sympathize with John as I approach his age...!
Final example is so instructive! My 2nd time watching this video and even as a 2150 lichess rapid i couldn’t figure out why Ne5 wasn’t safe. So superficial counting is a problem that goes far beyond 1500. I was looking 2.5 moves deep not 3 moves deep.
Thanks. Without re-watching the video, I think I know which example you are referring. It is a good example of the difference between superficial safety and actually figuring out if something is safe :)
Wow! This is the best advertisement for your book ever. I'm sold. I need to work on this. Brilliant! Thank you!
Thanks, much appreciated. There's not too many books like this, so that's one reason I wrote it. I tend to write things you can't easily find other places :)
"In real games, things are not always so Black and White" -talking about chess, the classic game of Black vs White
Another terrific lesson on an under taught topic. Thank you.
Thanks, much appreciated.
Great video about the safty topic, many thanks for the top quality content you put out frequantly 😊
Thanks! I try to put out content that can help players of all levels improve. My more basic videos are in the playlist "Basic Material".
HI Dan,
Thanks for the videos. They make my (unfortunately) lazy mind work a bit harder to make the right moves. Your videos help to change my mindset to be more safe (& to put more value on a pawn....).
Thanks! Sounds like a very good start (or post-start) :)
@@danheismanchess Post-start. I used to play a bit when I was younger & actually was quite good just using "common sense". Unfortunately, before I (recently) started up again, I had read ALOT of chess books etc first (yours were/are very helpful BTW) & when I resumed playing my chess thoughts, for some reason, became scattered, my "common sense" disappeared, & I started to get frustrated & became "lazy" in my decision making. When I play right/focussed (using your suggestions) I play very well...unfortunately I can't seem to keep it together game after game for some reason. I have to figure out how to keep harnessing the lessons/"right way to play" etc game after game. Thanks again for your videos (books/columns etc) though as they keep reminding me about what I have to do to be successful.
Aweseom video Dan. This is an eye opener. I agree with you that tactics books only teach offensive moves and that's what I was using in my games. Becoming more and more conscious of thought process. Thank You!
Thanks. Yes, the same tactics that you use to win material are, of course, necessary to make sure that your move is safe (i.e., the opponent cannot use them to win material against you once you have made your move). Obviously it's at least as important not to lose material as it is to win material (actually more since you could lose material on almost any move, while you can only gain material if your opponent makes a tactical mistake).
I have enjoyed and learned from every one of your videos, but this one really hits home with me. If I didn't know better, I would think you were using my games to demonstrate these errors because I have made them repeatedly. In fact, I made that very move, Ne5, with almost that exact position, earlier today in a correspondence game. Now I'm hoping my opponent does not see this video and take advantage of my mistake. Thank you for this video and all the others!
Thanks, much appreciated. I also thought this was a key video since so many of my students make the mistakes I mention in the video, like only using their tactical vision to see if a move is safe.
Since the last video on hope chess i have strongly improved my play by not blundering. This video takes it to the next level. Just ordered your book also, looking forward for some puzzles! Great video.
Thanks. I assume you mean my book by the same name, "Is Your Move Safe?" :)
Good stuff. I bought the book today. Thanks.
This is an under valued topic and video. Thanks a lot from a coach and improving intermediate player!
Thanks! Yes, it's one of the most important improvement topics and I hope to reach as wide an audience as possible in getting the word out :)
This video is awesome this is exactly what happens often in games to me. I look for a direct attack and then make the move and 4 ply later say goodbye to my lost pawn or piece. This is a great book luckily I can get the e-book in my country for 12,99 this way I will have it it instantly this will be a very good investment of money and time for sure. Thanks again for a great lesson and writing this book it will help me to look deeper into the position before I make my move.
Being more careful is required on every move and pays big dividends, yes :)
Amazing vid. I'm a novice, so I'm glad I learned this relatively early on!
Also, you mentioned maybe there was a Polgar book that drilled defensive tactics. Can you recall which?
Except for my book "Is Your Move Safe?" I don't think there are any entire books with all "defensive" oriented tactics puzzles. But Susan Polgar's Chess Tactics for Champions does have a section (3 chapters) on it, about 15% of her book.
Thank you Sir for this video. It was one of your best videos if not the best. I think this type of video is much more instructive and helpful for any beginner and low amateur player than any other kind of video. Can I get your book in PGN or any other chess format in order to use it in my online lectures?
For book formats, please google the publisher "Mongoose Press" and ask them. They provide the various formats. For example, it is available in app form (I think Forward Chess app).
Sweet lesson. I will subscribe and watch
Thanks! Glad to be of service. Hope you also benefit from my other videos :)
How do you choose a square to move your king when being checked by a queen?
There's no one answer for this. There are 3 ways to get out of check: move the king, block (if from a bishop, rook, or queen at a distance), or capture the attacking piece. The first question is "What are ALL the ways to get out of check?" but then you have to take time to carefully analyze each one to see what might happen next & then compare the evaluations to choose the one(s) that give you the best chance for whatever your goal is (draw, win).
@@danheismanchess Thank you. I appreciate the tip.
whats the name of the program you are using?
The program to show the diagrams? (formerly ICC now LiChess). The program to make the video? (Camtasia) The program to run the analysis? (usually Stockfish)
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