Develop your pieces - don't try weird stuff just for the sake of "mixing up the position"

On the other hand, if you can, try to create weaknesses in the position. Don't just copy your opponent's moves. Then, you'll obviously get a dull, equal position

The same way you improve at any rating level: evaluate your weaknesses, and try to work on it. If you're bad at tactics, solve puzzles each day. If you lack in positional understanding, read a book, do some research, etc. Different things work for different people, and we all get stuck at different rating levels. There is no magical formula to cross any specific rating point.

do you recommend the wing gambit

What do you think of the Kings Gambit?

Is analyzing an endgame position for about 30 minutes to 1 hour, then playing it blind folded against a weaker opponent, a good way to practice, or is the weaker opponent going to stall progress? The weaker opponent in this case would be a beginner in the 700-900 range.

I think I found a typical instance that I was troubled the most. 

Engine ridicules myself by showing there are 99 ways to win in this position, notably with c4 and Qb5. I did cxd4 instead and lost a lot of advantage because of that. I knew for sure I was winning but I don't how to cash in.

 

You're a much higher rated player than I, so I wouldn't pretend to diagnose your game, but it would be my guess in general that playing speed chess increases the chances and frequency of errors, which gives the weaker player a better chance to win than in longer games. The pressure of time constraints acts as an equalizer, which could be the reason one's rapid rating would be lower than his speed rating.  Again, I have no idea whether this would be applicable to you, but I think the less time to think, the greater my chances of beating you. 
I'm probably way out over my skis here.

At a certain point that's true, but if someone plays speed chess actively then that only really applies at say hyperbullet xD
In a longer game an 1800 rated player would stand a lot higher chance against me than in a 10|0 game.

That may be for  you whereas other people are weak at speed chess and good at rapid chess although 10/0 is speed chess

In this position, you hold all the cards. You have the bishop pair, while your opponent has two sad knights that can't do anything (look at the knight on e1). White has bad pawn structure (e3), which is why cxd4 is bad. It allows white to take back with exd4 and fix their pawn structure, AND trade off a pair of rooks which alleviates his position as he has less space. Still, you should be better. But in this position, cxd4 would never be in consideration for me because it frees his position.

The engine says you can play anything here because in essence, you can. If it was white's move in this position, what would he do? He's never going to take on c5, so what's next for him? If you understand this, you'll be able to approach the position correctly. Qb5 is good because trading allows you to play c4 and put pressure on the a-pawn, but even if you play it slow with something like h6 to prevent future back-rank mates, you still have the advantage.

When you are doing well, don't rush it. Take your time, especially if you have complete control like in this position

Do you still check this forum lol

I'm a lot less active nowadays but I still get notifications, yes!

What should I do to win?

Woah bro, chilllllll

Energetic said he will answer chess related questions

is taht a chess related question?

i want to get to 1500

Any chess books you recommend?

If so, why won't you have the title?

Bruhhhhhh, you're the person who made the famous, "Why are children and minor teenagers even allowed here?" bro your famous, you got 80 downvotes 😯

 

thats cool

Improving at chess involves a combination of study, practice, and the right mindset. Here are some key pieces of advice for players looking to enhance their chess skills:

1. **Understand Basic Principles**: Begin with mastering the basic principles of chess, such as controlling the center, developing your pieces, and ensuring the safety of your king (usually through castling).

2. **Study Openings, But Don't Obsess**: Learn a few openings and understand the ideas behind them rather than memorizing many lines deeply. It’s more important to understand the principles behind the opening moves.

3. **Tactical Training**: Regularly practice chess puzzles to improve your tactical skills. Being strong tactically is often the quickest way to improve at lower levels.

4. **Endgame Knowledge**: Learn basic endgames – knowing how to checkmate with a king and rook against a king, or understanding the principles of pawn endgames can be incredibly valuable.

5. **Play Regularly**: Play games regularly, preferably with longer time controls to allow yourself time to think. This helps in understanding the consequences of your moves.

6. **Analyze Your Games**: After playing, especially after losses, go back and analyze your games. Understand where you went wrong and what you could have done better. Use chess engines sparingly; try to figure it out yourself first.

7. **Learn From Masters**: Watch games by strong players and read chess books. Understanding how they think and approach different phases of the game can be enlightening.

8. **Mindset**: Have a growth mindset

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