Slump, bad shape, etc.

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suxer

Hi all. Last couple of weeks, or even months I've been in so bad playing mood. Okay, it's not first time, I know that it's normal to hapen, but so far it would pass after 5-10 days, but now it seems like it's gonna last for ever.When I play, I play moves on habit, not after thinking. After few moves I blunder away piece or screw my position so much that I give up on game and resign.

I red Heisman's book on tactics, but it was useless. My tactics are still same. In recent games, I often miss simple tactics (but sometimes i find some really good and long lines), and just play literally random  moves in hope that something will appear.

Long story short, I don't enjoy game any more.  I really love a game, but I can't play with satisfaction any more. I don't wanna stop playing, but I can't get out of slump. Have i rached my limit ?

Any sugestions ?

ayanna_chess

Take it cool. chill. wait for opponent's mistake. At our level every one makes mistakes. Just capitalise on that. If she plays slowly and positionally, play the best moves. Your rating is good. You can improve. Good luck

fried_fox_rocks

Any suggestions? Firstly, learn how to respect your opponents by not disconnecting when losing. Learn how to be graceful in defeat. You will feel better about yourself. If you learn how to respect others, you will learn how to respect yourself. You might find you see a difference in how people treat you in real life. You might even start to make friends n stuff. Yeah, it is hard resigning when you've lost but it is part of growing up and being a man.