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February's Coaching Theme: Goal Getters!

Hi Reader,

Want to unlock the most effective way to level up your learning—whether in a lesson, clinic, or training session? After a recent coaching session with my mentor, Kathy Daughn, I developed this technique out of necessity—to capture key insights in the moment and make them stick. I’ve already applied it after riding with her, and now I want to share it with you.

This technique is a simple but powerful strategy you can also use to accelerate progress:

✅ Right after your lesson, write down exactly what your trainer said—word for word.
✅ Then, write your interpretation of what it means.

My Trainer Said:
"When driving out, step out there. Separate your cows just like you are showing. Work on trotting up there or splitting them."

My Interpretation:
"Challenge yourself to step up to ‘make’ the cut. Read the situation and look for the opportunity to make a good cut. I imagine this builds my confidence to step forward and complete the cut, builds confidence in my horse, and develops clarity and communication between me and my horse."

Why does this work? Because in the moment, we don’t always fully grasp the depth of what our trainer is saying. By reviewing their words later, you can check your interpretation and refine your understanding over time. Trainers use as few words as possible while you’re riding—so reflecting afterward helps you unpack the full message.

This is just one of many strategies we’re diving into this month inside the RideLife Digital community, where we’re focused on being Goal Getters in four key areas:

🐴 Horse Knowledge & Training – Expanding what you know about horses and improving how you train them
🏇 Rider Technical Skill Development – Advancing how you ride (separate from training)
🧠 Mental Mastery – Strengthening your mindset for competition and riding success
💪 Personal Health & Well-Being – Taking care of you

🎥 Bonus! I’m also publishing a video today inside RideLife Digital on this week’s topic: Horse Training. Join us inside the community to watch, learn, and start applying these techniques today!

Let’s make February a game-changer for your riding goals—because we’re Goal Getters, after all.

Ready to take your riding and training to the next level? Join Goal Getters this February inside the RideLife Digital community!

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