I’ll break it down into two perspectives so that you can fully understand it.

From the Man’s perspective – You are the King, right? Of course, you are. And your major priority is to “protect your queen and hold down the fort while making sure everything is in order” for as long as you live. You are the one who controls and guides the other pieces even though you personally can only move one step at a time. Notice how the queen is right beside you? Because that’s how it’s meant to be… no side hoes, sarewagbas, ashis… Just your Queen!

On your other side and the queen’s, you have the bishop – ergo, God/Allah/the spiritual entity you believe in. If that force isn’t on your side before you start making your moves, then you know you’re moving in vain. Also, if you have God on your side, and you aren’t using his power to do well on this earth, then you seriously need to check yourself.
Continue reading the roles of other pieces as well as the Woman's perspective here: https://sapidsapiens.com/2017/04/20/chess/