Strength of character.
The best example I can think of in a movie is Wild Hogs.
The stereotypical "alpha" running the lifestyle biker gang, muscles and aggression, is beaten by the weekend bikers led by an accountant who just want somewhere with good WiFi to check email on their trip.
Don't fight for yourself. Be selfless not selfish.
I have known a lot of wannabe "alpha" types over the years. Social media profiles full of selfies with a different girl in every shot.
Who are the real alpha males to emulate?
Paul Newman. Actor, race car driver, but most importantly husband for 50+ years to one woman.
Bill Gates. Puts his family before his business.
Look at the character of the man, not the position he holds.
Donald Trump is not an alpha male but he has power and personality - and the moral character of vermin. Ultimately he will fall the way despots tend to - on a sword of his own making.
Look up Bill McDonald and 13 Codes online. He's a former Green Beret who knows what it really takes to be the "alpha".
Check out John Eldredge as well. He's a Christian writer who is a keen outdoorsman - hunting, fishing, climbing etc.
Combine the two and you'll be the alpha.
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You can become an alpha male. Really, it's all an act. Basically pretend you don't have emotions, pretend you're not scared of anything, and pretend you know what you're doing even when you don't. Be confident. Work- out and look the part.
Sounds tiring to me. Putting on a mask to attract women. I should know. I have anxiety and depression. I hide both very, very well. I can hide fear when/if I need to. I can hide emotions when/if I need to. I can't get rid of them, because I'm not an actual sociopath, but I can hide them. I can act stoic, act like I don't care.
At the end of the day you'll just be acting. Anybody can do that, not an impressive achievement. The problems come when you can't break character. When you have to continue the facade. When you desperately want other people to see you as an alpha. When your life becomes consumed by it. I've lived that before. The boost of confidence you get wears off.
I think it's a matter of nature. Some men (a minority) are just blessed and have received more testosterone in the womb than other men. So they're a natural alpha. The 'alpha' guys I know are more rational, pursue what they want and get it (whether it's a girl or a goal), don't give up, are confident, come across as kinda cold/emotionless, stubborn, they don't follow anyone and are usually either the popular guy or the lone wolf (usually the cynical or introvert ones prefer solitude), they demand respect and they take no shit. An alpha is due to his hormones more attractive than average and they're the most masculine.
Those who aren't blessed can become a natural alpha by boosting their testosterone. Not by pills because that's artificial, but by training and specific food.
I honestly would never go after a man who called himself an "alpha male" it sounds ultimately douchey. However a better alternative would be is striving to become a leader. In my opinion an alpha male is searching power out of insecurity and can be demeaning to get this power. A leader is a confident person who people want to follow because they admire for certain qualities, ie: confidence, kindness, equity. Strive to become a leader
An alpha male is essentially a leader. People respect him and often follow in his footsteps because he represents an ideal. He's the type of guy who just says what he means - not necessarily in an abrasive way. Also, if he wants something, he works for it, he doesn't complain that it doesn't fall into his lap.
Leadership qualities, confident, independent, ladies man, charming, intelligent, ambitious, and witty.
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A true Alpha man has balance of two types of traits entangled together. These two types are Strength and Compassion. A man with strength without compassion is arrogant and unlikeable. In contrast, a man with compassion without strength is weak and feminine.
Qualities of Strength:
Confident & Assertive
Strong: Physically, Mentally, Emotionally
Courageous
Structured/Disciplined
Direct
Decisive
Protective
Mysterious
Dependable
Logic Oriented
Intelligent
Passionate
Independent
Persistent
Proud
Humorous
Self Respecting
Morally Strong
Just
Conqueror
Visionary
Observant and Instinctive
Optimistic
Spontaneous
Aggressive - only for defense in extreme cases
Qualities of Compassion:
Open-minded
Generous
Faithful & Commited
Honest
Humble
Polite
Appreciative
Kind
Empathetic - Good listener, non-judgemental, emotionally intelligent.
ForgivingDetermination, grit, strength confidence. Being physically attractive, lots of muscles.
That's what I can think of.
The way you develop into an alpha male is to start heavily working out first build some muscle and it will build your confidence. Then you just got to work on the social aspects of being a man's man.Mostly just the ability to ignore nonsense like the concept of alpha males. Establishing your worth as a male based on the idea and perception of others is, ironically, incredibly beta.
So well. If you care about being seen as alpha and make adjustments for it, then you my friend are a beta.He has to be physically imposing. He must appear confident. He must be worldly, meaning he has a breadth of world experience to convey and draw upon. He must be successful in his endeavors, academically or professionally. He must strive for excellence in all he does. He must have a measure of self control, and most importantly, he must have the will and the ability to make the community around him better.
-Not caring about feelings but logic.
-Dressing like a man, not in fruity designer clothes.
-Making decisions in favor of the "pack", instead of personal gains. -Fighting for one's "tribe" with tooth and nail.
-Breeding a lot of women, having many offspring.
-You have to be the absolute supreme, physically. You *must* defeat all other competing males.
Do we need that in our society?
I don't know.Here’s a 7 step program to be alpha.
1. Change your name to chad
2. Workout everyday (only arms)
3. Become a firefighter
4. Have a puppy or kitten
5. Call everyone bro
6. Sunglasses aren’t optional they’re mandatory
7. Wear a tank top at all times
This list was created sarcastically so please don’t follow it everConfidence, that is by far the most important trait. After that comes charisma, physical ability, monetary success, and reproductive success. Alpha male is a position in our social hierarchy, which mainly indicates social power, someone who is above average on all three measures of success. Which are reproductive, monetary, and social.
An alpha male is a leader to others, their smart bet yet cocky, don't take shit from anyone. Always first to finish a fight. They will give respect to those who have earned it. Will not hesitate to fight for anyone that is important to them, and most importantly they stand on what they belive in.
To be a strong independent beast with no hesitation and to do what's best for your allies even if it's a tough decision an alpha stands tall and does his best to help and protect his loved ones and is the first to step up in times of danger and turmoil
If you can't handle the role of leader then you have no right to call yourself an alphaThere's nothing like an alpha male. Some guys are just born leaders and others respect and follow them. It's a skill, but it doesn't make people become alpha. Don't throw with it like if it's bread.
Runs toward the danger instead of away from it.
Protects others before thinking of his own hurt feelings.A prehensile tail and canines at least two inches long. If you're a human though, you might be out of luck. Human social structures are more complicated than that.
The idea of the Alpha Male has been scientifically and socially disproven many times. But for the sake of this, I'm gonna assume you mean the strong guy at the bar. I think the traits of the ideal Alpha are Kind but not "Nice". Strong/burly, and confident. To become an "Alpha Male", hit the gym, be confident in yourself and don't be a "Nice Guy"
You don't become an Alpha male. You're either born lucky or you're stuck with the rest of us.
Be selfabsorbed, delusional and a money zapping leech aka alpha male/narcissist
Hahahah, alpha male, there is no such thing. Get that shit out of your head. No such thing as a real man, or a real woman or alpha beta or whatever
Confident. Kind. Has control over his sexual temptations.
These are main.To me it's a question of confidence and security. The look goes along with that
In real life, Beta males way better but regarding your question, follow Joker from Batman & Suicide Squad lol 😂
You need to look the part... meaning tall, dark, and handsome. I feel without the physical part, it's nigh impossible to be alpha.
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