MIND OVER MATTER: How Chess and StarCraft II Teach Us to Think Five Moves Ahead

Think five moves ahead - not just in games, but in life.
What do a grandmaster's endgame and a StarCraft II timing push have in common?
Everything - if you know how to see it.
In this groundbreaking and eye-opening read, Dr. Benjamin Koch, a renowned economist, psychologist, and international strategist, unveils the deep cognitive, philosophical, and real-world lessons hidden inside the two most challenging games of all time: Chess and StarCraft II.
You'll learn how elite players make decisions under pressure, adapt faster than their opponents, and turn chaos into opportunity - and how you can apply these same mental models to your career, relationships, business, and everyday life.
With gripping insights, scientific clarity, and subtle humor, *Mind Over Matter* reveals:
-- Why thinking five moves ahead is the key to winning - on and off the board
-- How to manage risk, read people, and anticipate outcomes in any situation
-- How strategic thinking can improve focus, relationships, and long-term happiness
-- How to out-think your opponent without ever saying a word
Whether you're a competitive gamer, a Chess enthusiast, a business leader, or just someone trying to level up your thinking - this book is your strategic edge.
> "This isn't just a book - it's a mindset shift. A masterclass in clarity, foresight, and living with intentionality."
> - Early Reviewers, ARC Community
Perfect for readers of:
- *Thinking, Fast and Slow* by Daniel Kahneman
- *The Art of War* by Sun Tzu
- *Range* by David Epstein
- *Deep Work* by Cal Newport
Simple to understand. Hard to forget. Even harder to put down.
Read it once - think differently forever.

Dr. Benjamin Koch, a seasoned psychologist, economist, and international lawyer from Harvard University and LSE, is known for his expertise in global economic policy and international trade. Merging his skills in psychology and economics, he addresses key monetary and foreign policy issues. In international arbitration, his expertise unravels complex economic disputes. His academic interdisciplinary involvement, includes research and teaching, particularly on policy impacts, analytical evidence and their psychological causality on economics. Dr. Koch profound influence on public policy, advocating for integrative approaches in legal, economic, and psychological domains, is renowned by objective excellence. His contributions are instrumental in shaping policy decisions and legal frameworks.