It is often fueled by "sunk-cost" thinking—the idea that because so much time, money, and effort have been invested, turning back is not an option.
Experts and veteran climbers suggest several strategies to combat this dangerous urge: Summit Fever
The term has evolved into a metaphor for any obsessive urge to complete a task regardless of the personal cost. It is often fueled by "sunk-cost" thinking—the idea
Professionals may experience "summit fever" when they plow through work assignments without proper resources or neglect family and health to close a deal. "Summit Fever" is a powerful phenomenon that bridges
"Summit Fever" is a powerful phenomenon that bridges the worlds of high-stakes mountaineering, psychology, and even cinema. At its core, it describes a dangerous state of mind where the drive to achieve a goal overrides basic survival instincts. 1. The Psychological Phenomenon
Titled Summit Fever , this thriller follows a group of friends attempting to scale three of the Alps' most dangerous peaks—the Matterhorn, Eiger, and Mont Blanc—only to be trapped by a deadly storm.