Love the game
You can only get good at chess if you love the game. You need to be endlessly fascinated with chess and see its infinite potential.
Enjoy the adventure. Losing doesn't matter. Every game should teach you something. Ensure to play people better than you and be prepared to lose. The more you learn, the better chance you have of winning.
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