dealing with time pressure
Sort:
I just ignore it. I get soooo focused I don’t even see it. And I use the clock warner in which I start my bullet mode
10 days ago
0
#3
When you play rapid, then write down the notation of the move you’re gonna play before making it.
If you’re under 3min, DON’T do this. Instead, you could actually do what the other guy (forgot his username) said and just ignore the time.
If you’re under 3min, DON’T do this. Instead, you could actually do what the other guy (forgot his username) said and just ignore the time.
You mean in over the board tournaments #3? Because in otb/over the board you can ask an arbiter(or maybe someone else I forgot) to write it down for you. Otherwise, I ask how does that help.
9 days ago
0
#5
Play a game with a family member, but use a stopwatch to see gore long you take. Use that to decide how long times games you should play.
I personally think that 10min is too short. I play 30min, but 15+10 seems okay too.
I personally think that 10min is too short. I play 30min, but 15+10 seems okay too.
I would say that you should play more blitz/bullet games and practice more, as eventually you will get used to time pressure. Also, I would try not to look at the clock while you play, as that often gives you more anxiety.
For completion of #6 pls don’ play too much blitz/bullet or else you will get tooo used to it and play too fast.
9 days ago
0
#8
I would say, don't play Speed chess at all if you're wanting to improve your game.
>Anyone else been through this? How did you get used to the ticking clock? I know practice helps, but are there any mental tricks to stay calm under time pressure?
Hey Bernie! Let me start with something else, and then answer your actual question. =)
From chess perspective, you can play with increment to get used to faster control. I really struggled with blitz before, so I played 5+5, 3+5, 3+2, and eventually got comfortable with 3+0. Increment makes a HUGE difference. (Play 15+10, if the rapid is uncomfortably fast too.)
From mental perspective, you can set a different goal for yourself. You're not trying to play your best chess, you're trying to make sensible moves quickly. Win or lose, the important thing is being fast.
To put it in perspective - "I had a totally winning position but got flagged" is the same thing as "I totally lost but I have four minutes more than my opponent". Both situations are losses, but you still have something to be glad about, and the journey continues.
9 days ago
0
#10
I feel speed chess helps you improve. You start to see patterns more quickly and learn better plays in tough spot
That only helps in some and damages some spots #10. You have to keep the balance and know when to play slow and when to play fast, now I struggle with this and I don’t know how to deal with it, but I got slightly used to it.
9 days ago
0
#12
This is a very common and natural hurdle, and it's something I work on a lot with my students who are transitioning from casual play. The best way to get comfortable is to start with longer time controls that include an increment, like 15+10, and to mentally shift your goal from finding the "best" move to simply finding a good, safe move before your time gets too low.
I’ve been playing chess casually with friends and family for years (no clocks, just fun games and in person). I’m totally fine with daily online games where I can take my time to think, but the moment I try rapid or blitz, I freeze/panic and make terrible moves.
Anyone else been through this? How did you get used to the ticking clock? I know practice helps, but are there any mental tricks to stay calm under time pressure?
Thanks for any tips! :)