Playing chess makes you smarter:

• improves IQ,
• enhances arithmetical skills,
• hones verbal skills,
• sharpens critical thinking skills,
• boosts emotional intelligence and psycho-social skills.

You can get smarter also practicing these 5 hobbies:

• exercising regularly,
• playing a musical instrument,
• playing video games,
• learning a new language,
• reading.

cr:Francis Beare