so I’m not that good at chess

Online gives us stronger competition than our friends.  I beat my friends often too in real life but online there is always people who are better than me, so I definitely lose more often.  But it helps us improve after all.

Hi! My name is Lauren Goodkind and I’m a respected  chess coach and chess YouTuber based in California: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP5SPSG_sWSYPjqJYMNwL_Q

Sorry to hear that you lose a lot at chess.  I'm glad that you want to get better.    I have tips and resources to help you improve your chess skills so you can win more games.   

-Learn basic tactics such as the fork, discovered attack, pin, and more.  I offer interactive puzzles on my website:  

-I recommend two books for you: “50 Poison Pieces”   and “Queen For A Day: The Girl’s Guide To Chess Mastery.”  Both books are available on Amazon.com.  Both books are endorsed by chess masters!  

-If you are serious about chess, I highly recommend you hiring a chess coach to help you.  

-Also consider all checks and captures on your side and also your opponent’s side. Always as, “If I move here, where is my opponent going to move?”

I hope that this helps.  

Ya it is easy to misjudge our skill level when playing with people who don't really understand how to play, I keep reminding myself that this is helping me to become a better sport.