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0581 – Robert Moffatt (Listeners’ Choice)

August 17, 2019 by Horse Chats

Everyone’s Journey Is Going To Be A Bit Different.  If You Have Had A Setback, Drop The Expectations Of Unrealistic Goals and Focus On One Step At A Time

(Listeners’ Choice)

 

Everyone’s Journey Is Going To Be A Bit Different.  If You Have Had A Setback, Drop The Expectations Of Unrealistic Goals and Focus On One Step At A Time

By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy.

 

This interview was previously published in 2018 Robert Moffatt (264)  

 

About Robert
– Robert is a showjumping specialist, trainer & coach, he loves to bring on young horses and take them to a top level.  He also competes at Grand Prix and World Cup Levels.

 

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Robert’s Favourite Inspirational Quote
– “The quick way to teach a horse is to the slow way” – George Morris

 

Who Has Inspired Robert
– George Morris
– David Finch
– Vicki Roycroft
– Robert’s Father
– Janette & Allen Williams

 

Recommended Books
– ‘George H. Morris: Because Every Round Counts’ by George H. Morris 

 

About This Episode
– Robert discusses how everything takes time and to enjoy the journey with your horses.

 

Time Stamps
00:59 – The quick way to teach a horse is to the slow way
03:00 – Mustering with his family and going to show events at the local shows
05:21 – Started Showjumping at the age of 11 or 12
06:55 – Riding was the only sport Robert was any good at.
09:25 – Be keen, passionate, open minded and live and breathe horses.  Learn to give anything a go
11:38 – Enjoyment of the process of training getting satisfaction from sharing his knowledge
12:37 – How George Morris, David Lynch and others have inspired Robert
15:30 – How ‘Richie’ has inspired Robert
19:15  – How ‘Viduka’ also inspired Robert
20:15 – Taking ‘Viduka’ from beginning to Australian Championship
21:20 – Robert injuring his ankle and getting a severe infection
22:50 – Everyone’s journey is going to be a bit different.  Drop the expectations and having unrealistic goals
27:45 – The young focus on the results (peer pressure), older eyes on the ground, drop the ego
31:26 – George Morris books and other articles
33:30 – Young stallion at Cera Brisbane and becoming a Dad
34:42 – Wait for the horse and think of the horse
35:55 – Contact: see details below

 

Robert’s Contact Details
Phone:  tel:0419792398   or +61   tel:0419792398
Email:       robertandsammimoffatt@gmail.com
Facebook:    Robert Moffatt      &     Moffatt Equestrian

 

Music
BenSound.com

 

When Robert is a return guest on Horse Chats, what question would you like to ask him?
(Please leave comment below)

Filed Under: coaching, horses, showjumping, teaching

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