Well, I kind of split my life into two pieces. One was where my chess career lies. There, I kept my sanity, so to speak, and my logic. And the other was my religious life. I tried to apply what I learned in the church to my chess career too. But I still was studying chess. I wasn't just 'trusting in God' to give me the moves.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Fischer splits his life between chess logic and religious faith.
- In plain terms
- He separates his chess career from his religious life.
- What can you take from it?
- Balance logic and faith in your life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you balance faith and logic?
Another view
It simplifies how faith and reason interact.
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