“Burn Your Boats”

We’ve heard the stories all throughout history and even dating all the way back to Greek Mythology about generals telling their soldiers to burn their boats as they got to shore for battle.  Of course, you can imagine with this type of approach there are two outcomes–win or die.

Too often, we retreat to our “safe place” where we know we can back out if things get tough.  But, what about taking on a new attitude where quitting or running away isn’t an option.  We all need pressure or skin in the game to achieve our goals.  And we definitely need 100% all-out commitment.  The path of least-resistance does not lead to success.  It’s when you’re challenged that you grow and achieve your biggest victories!  If your life was on the line, think about how much more passionately you’d pursue those things you were after.  Of course, this is an analogy, but it’s not too far off.  Start living as if your boats were burning behind you and see how far you can go!  When winning is the only option, you’ll make it happen, Strong Girl.  And, if you slip, at least you “died” giving it your all with no regrets.