Name: Jeffrey M.

Bastida
Year and Course: BSAIS 2
PE 213
ESSAY
Topic: Discuss the importance of playing chess in the holistic development of an
individual.
Answer;
Playing chess does not only bring enjoyment but also has the effect of making
our individuality shine. That’s right, how so? Let’s put it simply this way. A pet
doesn’t know that it is being train, it only believes that it is being feed with
treats. Like us when playing chess, we thought that it is only for satisfaction, we
don’t know that it is more than that. To explain it further, I will state how
essential it is to our holistic development.

Chess players must have this set of skills to be considered professional players.
These include analytical thinking, strategic thinking, calculation, good eye
coordination, and a stable mentality. Players only thought that having these
skills is only essential in playing chess, that is where they’re wrong. It’s more
needed in our holistic development as an individual. Together with these skills
and a persons experiences the development of the holistic persona will surely
be a brilliant process.

That is why it is essential to play chess with a positive mentality. A positive

mentality means positive holistic development. The key to a stunning holistic
development is not just the skills acquired in playing chess but the experiences
obtained when playing chess. It is the essence that makes it important. Now it’s
up to you whether your going to start playing chess. Always remember that God
will always provide us with the best way. Always trust and believe.