Typically, in the last round of open tournaments the level of play is markedly lower, the number of blunders higher.

According to such great attacking players as Bronstein and Tal, most combinations are inspired by the player's memories of earlier games.

Under no circumstances should you play fast if you have a winning position. Forget the clock, use all your time and make good moves.

Patience is the most valuable trait of the endgame player.

Agreeing to draws in the middlegame, equal or otherwise, deprives you of the opportunity to practice playing endgames, and the endgame is probably where you need the most practice.

I always urge players to study composed problems and endgames.

There is nothing wrong with trying to exploit the natural human tendency to become impatient when forced to play a boring position.

In the Soviets' view, chess was not merely an art or a science or even a sport; it was what it had been invented to simulate: war.

I had a slightly inferior endgame that probably should have been drawn, but Kortchnoi kept torturing me with little threats until finally, exhausted and exasperated, I made a losing mistake.

When you defend, try not to worry or become upset. Keep your cool and trust your position - it's all you've got.

Sometimes players need to gain time on the clock by repeating the position, but most often its purpose is to wear down the opponent psychologically.

I want my kids to enjoy romance as part of the entirety of marriage, when it has been earned with commitment and hard work.

Yes, you are Eskimo, " he had said. "And never forget it. We live as no other people can, for we truly understand the earth.

And to my soul mate, ” he raises his glass, “who has been with me all along, but is absent from my side.

It's gratifying to know that you've appeared in someone else's dreams. It's proof that you exist, in a way, proof that you have substance and value outside the walls of your own mind.

Let's see what's going on over in Iraq. A Burger King has opened up and prostitutes are back on the street of Baghdad after 20 years. Fast food and hookers - they are truly living the American Dream.

I grew up in Danville, Illinois, right in the middle of the state.

For many years I've been using Swarovski accessories when styling editorial photo shoots and also for red carpet appearances.

Frequently remind yourself that God is with you, that He will never fail you, that you can count upon him. Say these words, "God is with me, helping me."

everyone knows how to love because we are all born with that gift.

I think kids today are going to look at their Facebook postings like bad tattoos one day.