Chess Maturity

Where do you stand on the chess maturity ladder ?

1.       Not putting pieces en prise

2.       Setting up simple traps

3.       Focusing to avoid simple traps ("what does he want to do ?")

4.       Knowing your chosen openings basic ideas

5.       Attacking the king

6.       Defending

7.       Building strong positions

8.       Managing your time

9.       Playing well after 3 hrs

10.   Specializing / knowing your typical middlegames

11.   Loving the endgame

12.   Broadening your repertoire

13.   Getting your opponent out of his comfort zone

14.   Being patient