Are you constantly comparing your chess progress to that of others? Are four, five, or six-hour-a-day study plans effective for amateur players? I offer opinions on these topics and more. The segments in this episode include:

• The "tournament hall" vs. the "study hall"
• Handling decision fatigue from all the available study material
• The essential areas of focus for beginners
• OTB vs. online strategy
• The comparison game
• Talent vs. hard work
• Is studying several hours a day actually necessary at the amateur/club level?

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