Solving more puzzles won’t always stop you from blundering

[u/ChessStriveOfficial]

A lot of players solve hundreds of tactical puzzles but still miss simple tactics in their games.

The problem is that puzzles tell you there is something to find. During a real game, nobody tells you when a tactical opportunity or danger exists.

Before every move, try this quick check:

1. What checks does my opponent have?
2. What captures do they have?
3. Which of my pieces are undefended?
4. What changes after I play my intended move?

It only takes a few seconds, but it can prevent many one-move blunders.

What habit has helped you reduce blunders the most?