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Sacrifices for Greater Gains

In chess, two key pieces to focus on are the king and the pawns. Success in chess isn't just about reaching the final position; it's also about making strategic sacrifices along the way to achieve a better outcome.

In chess sacrifices are sometimes necessary to gain a better position or achieve checkmate. This mirrors life,  where short-term losses or sacrifices (like time, comfort, or immediate gratification) are necessary for long-term success. The pawns are the pieces of your Game that you sacrifice if need be in order to protect your king, your ultimate piece. The king, though limited in movement, is the most critical piece; think of the king as your PURPOSE, which must always be protected and never compromised. In both chess and life, every move involves a degree of risk when it comes to making moves. 

Strategic thinking comes into play, knowing when to take risks and sacrifice a pawn, a piece in your Game, to get the king to the final position, crossing the final finish line of your Game and achieving your full purpose. 

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