Chess teaches concentration, but also other skills as well. As I wrote in 2002[1], it also teaches things like strategic planning and resource management, abili

Chess teaches concentration, but also other skills as well. As I wrote in 2002[1], it also teaches things like strategic planning and resource management, ability to persevere despite setbacks, time/focus management, etc. It's certainly not unique in this, but it's a pretty good mix. [1] http://pl.atyp.us/wordpress/index.php/2002/05/what-chess-has-taught-me/ http://pl.atyp.us/wordpress/index.php/2002/05/what-chess-has...