In 1519, Hernán Cortés famously ordered his ships destroyed upon landing in Mexico to ensure his army had no choice but to push forward.
Traditionally, the Castle Doctrine limited this right to one's home. However, modern statutes in states like Florida have expanded this to any location where a person has a legal right to be. no_retreat
Modern motivational speakers, such as Tony Robbins, advocate for "burning your boats" to fuel resilience; when the option to retreat is removed, the brain shifts into a higher gear of survival and innovation. In 1519, Hernán Cortés famously ordered his ships