My DS, in K, is FICKLE. He also plays chess and has had some success, but we don't place a ton of emphasis on it. DS is people-pleaser and has all of the makings of a future raging perfectionist (
), so I feel like I need to avoid pressuring him/creating too many expectations for him - he seems to do this on his own. My DS is also very sensitive. He is exploring a good variety of interests right now (sports, chess, reading, math), and finding out what he is good at. His "favorite things" change frequently.
I bet if you do not necessarily have your DS quit chess, but perhaps let him focus a bit less for a while, he might decide to "rediscover" his intense interest again on his own. Best wishes - your DS sounds like a really neat kid!!!
