The ridge isn’t a playground, so you gotta treat it like a puzzle you’re willing to lose. Lock your thoughts into one thing at a time—no half‑steps, no side‑talk with your own doubts. Map the route before you move, then stick to it like a contract you signed with yourself. If a storm tries to shake your focus, you’re already a few steps ahead, so you can’t get lost in the blizzard of your own thoughts. And remember, even a careful mind can get rusty, so a quick check on your gear—boots, crampons, a spare pair of eyes—keeps the line of sight clear. Keep it simple, keep it sharp, and the trail won’t turn into a nightmare.