"The gates to brilliance are surrounded by a cloud of sweat and
tears." That is what Olympic dressage rider and coach Robert
Dover's mentor, the revered Swedish equestrian Colonel Bengt
Ljungquist, told him. It is a lesson that stuck-only with great
passion and determination can one achieve success, and just maybe,
happiness, too. In a fascinating book that reads like a potent
elixir, three parts memoir and one part inspirational
self-improvement guide, readers are ushered through 16 "gates to
brilliance"-keys that Dover discovered as he made his way through
his own life, from gawky, horse-crazy child to influential Olympic
coach and entrepreneur. Sharing deeply personal stories that were
fundamental to his evolution, Dover is candid about the path he
took on his way to becoming one of the most successful equestrians
in the world. Readers learn about abuse he suffered as a child, and
his formative years as the only Jewish kid on Grand Bahama Island.
He writes frankly about his father's alcoholism, his parents'
divorce, and his unwavering devotion to his mother. The book delves
into his fear of coming out, explores love and loss, and examines
the perfectionist tendencies that have at times held Dover back,
while at others, have helped him rise to all new heights. In
addition, readers hear stories from the barns, arenas, and show
grounds where Dover built his career, from his days as a wild Pony
Clubber to his struggles in Germany under the tutelage of some of
Europe's great riding masters. We meet the horses and people he
partnered with along the way as he offers a glimpse behind the
curtain at the pomp and politics of international equestrian
competition. Throughout, Dover's dedication to self-betterment and
belief in living a life with purpose stands front and centre,
softened by his humour and willingness to cast a critical eye on
himself. With countless moments of searing honesty bound to
fundamental life lessons from which he hopes we can all learn,
Dover assures us the road to success is there for the taking. The
ultimate goal, though, is to emerge on the other side of whatever
comes next a brighter, more compassionate, happier person-that is
brilliance.
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