Lets see, I'll make it short. There are a lot good teaching tools out there. CM10 Josh Waitzkin's lesson were of the first I learnt back in the day, then there are a few good books, http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Idiots-Guide-Chess-Edition/dp/1592573169
I don't 100% understand your level of play, or how much of chess you understand, If your willing to answer a few questions, maybe I could help.
I was learning to play chess 10 years ago and had a decent ability againts average club player at the time. The problem is the way im playing the game is using intuitive tactical calculation in which although i can see the next opponent possible move and managed to prevent any attack but i dont know any theory related to chess opening, ending etc.
Accidentally, i think i was imitating the club player move such as 1. e4... Or d4... And some time as a black i had used sicilian defense intuitively cuz i dont know any theory.
By now, i started to play chess again but forgeting the 'intuitive' tactics a had in the past. Im learning basic opening theory and tactics but it doesnt work. Im afraid it is because i learn incorrect fundamental mindset.
So, i would like to get some advice or your learning path from the beginner to your current level, is there anybody else outta there like to share?
Thanks.....