Hi, do you think you can elaborate on this? I ask because I always play at least 30 min (slow to some), but I think it's because I'm a slow reader (slow to some). Maybe, it's because I hide my weaknesses behind a veneer, although I can't see it if I am. I'm kind of trying to wrap my head around the idea; it might be true.

Although I'm also not a fast calculator, the main reason I used to be so slow was that I was simply overwhelmed by the possibilities for each move, and had no idea what to prioritize. Now that I've gotten some experience under my belt, I've developed a (semi-unconscious) set of priorities, and it's much easier for me to find a move. I no longer feel overwhelmed and instead usually have an idea of what I think is important. Basically, I've played enough games so that I don't need to agonize over every move. On the flip side however, I have also learned to make the same mistakes again and again.

Why? Because my priorities were probably good enough to get me where I am, but not any further. Now when I calculate, it's because I'm trying to find the best way to do what I want to do. I still need to improve my calculating, but who doesn't. The real problem is that I have developed some bad habits, but strategical ones and tactical ones.

What I suspect Shapenaji is getting at, is that now I've given myself the chance to develop these bad habits, it's probably easier for a stronger player to recognize what these false assumptions of mine are. So, the flaws of my game are now out in the open - I just need someone to point them out to me.

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This is how I read shapenaji's comment:

You might succeed in avoiding those blunders by thinking carefully, which is good.

However, by making (and accepting, see bantari's comment) those blunders, you have the chance to learn from them. By taking a good long look at the situation after the game, chances are that you will not make the same mistake so easily next time. Or maybe better sense the aji in a certain position, so that you will instinctively slow down and play carefully.

Feeling the pain from those blunder-moves should actually help the learning process.

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