Do you believe in “alpha males” (🙄)?

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and i don’t mean omegaverse haha. it’s fake by the way. even in wolves, alphas only existed when the wolves were in captivity.

mandyfire98 · Accepted Answer

Nope. That became big when those manosphere douchebags online started trying to rip young men off with misogynistic beliefs because they knew young guys were young and vulnerable and impressionable. It was a way of basically saying if you treat women like garbage you were "alpha" if you treat them with respect you were "beta" or a "simp"

Now if anyone says it I don't take them seriously at all and I pity them because I know what their beliefs are and how they view and treat women.

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

No, and there are no simps and there's no friendzone. lol

Sonorous · Answer

Not in the conventional way. But in a way, I do.

I believe its application becomes less objectively relatable in our human society. Unlike other species, we possess unparalleled intelligence, which results in the complexity and evolution of our leadership dynamics. Our social structures are not confined to a single hierarchical model that rewards dominance or reproductive success, as observed in some animal groups. Instead, our societies are shaped by various factors and embrace diverse leadership styles beyond mere dominance.

In return, we are allowed many ways to perceive someone. We each have our own unique perception of reality. Even if we share similar goals, beliefs, values, etc, there will always be nuances because of our intelligence. And most of the time, we're not forced to behave in a strict way for survival so they can be properly shown.

However, In our societies, I believe the perception of alpha males can & do exist even if their presence is not as straightforward as it is in other species. Instead, we encounter numerous alpha males due to our ability to form multiple hierarchical structures and place individuals at the top of each.

I know it's a cringe term nowadays. But I like to not let the cringe take over my entire perspective.

Were still animals, so if I went on the street & asked people who's more alpha & gave them two very different examples of people. Two extremes. They would be able to answer very easily:

Keanu Reeves?

Or the plymouth mass shooter?

Keanu exhibits many traits that people would see as better for society. Making him a way better candidate for a leadership role. And the plymouth guy... well... his actions tell you everything he's worth.

So I think it's clear to see that our minds are still able to think on these terms. Even if we disagree with the semantics (name of the term, the definition, or how it's often used).

Inbox · Answer

Yes, I do, but it ultimately depends on how you define it. Many women and men mock the concept, but in reality, I think it's naive because humans since the dawn of time have always needed a leader - or an alpha. I define an alpha by: 1) fearless, 2) dominant, 3) independent, 4) goes after what they want, 5) don't complain, but accept it and move on/realist - you don't need all these qualities, but in general, it's masculinity to its core. The term "alpha" is usually applied in the dating world context. Let's look at a few case studies from the Avengers:

1. Tony Stark (Alpha)

- Doesn't follow, goes after what he wants, not a team player (good and a bad thing), fearless in many ways, etc. If there's a woman interested, he goes for it without fear and dominates.

2. Thor (my favorite Avenger)

- Same as Tony, but he's a team player and while he's no pushover, when it comes to women, he acts more like Captain or Bruce (nice guy).

3. Captain (third favorite Avenger)

- The lighter version of the "nice guy," but he will burn Heaven down if he thinks it's the right thing to do. His charisma and leadership skills evoke those to follow him because they trust him and confidence, but in terms of dating, he wouldn't be considered an alpha.

4. Bruce Banner

- The definition of a "nice guy." Despite being a genius, he doesn't act like one because virtually everyone I've met who has a high IQ (including my girlfriend or myself), are almost always independent and fearless, but Bruce is very much a pushover and a team player.

5. Dr. Strange (second favorite Avenger tied with Black Panther)

- Strange is the definition of a leader, but his interest is not in leadership, but intellectual pursuits to win competitively - kind of like those guys in business who have a "no prisoner's mentality."

6. Thanos (the Alpha)

- Thanos exhibits what I would consider what a true Alpha is, but for obvious reasons, he has no interest in dating since his interest is far beyond basic biological needs. He is the ultimate warrior. I guarantee you before TItan when to shit and had he put time into understanding the Game, he would have been a Playboy.

7. Black Panther (Another Alpha)

- Black Panther is a combination of Tony and Thanos , but similar to Thor, doesn't apply to dating.

Overall, I left out a ton of details for each case study, but just understand that being "alpha" in my opinion applies to a general sense. True leaders, warriors, or "alphas" in this context generally have a warrior mindset in all things that they do. You have to look at their actions, presence, charisma, etc to make those inferences. Hope that helps.

WiccanLady2023 · Answer

No.
Alpha man and high value man are terms designed by douchebags for douchebags.

They are typical school yard bullies with often nasty personalities demeaning others and pounding on their chests saying we are superior... when reality is, they're inferior.

The "alpha" man and "high value" man are like those attitude problem bosses who go around demanding respect, not earning it, that NOBODY except the ass kissers like.

Alli39 · Answer

I'm still cringing that anyone believes this is a thing to begin with. Leadership is a learned skill more often than not. Charisma is sometimes inherent/learned at an early age that to high social/emotion intelligence, but can be learned as well.

SnowedIn · Answer

Nope. It's all BS. For those guys to compensate for everything else they lack.

rigmarole · Answer

The world population was recently put to a test. They were told covid vaccines were mandated. They told you to wear masks. Laws were not made to insure that everyone would actually take it. Government officials just violated your human rights and told you that you had to get it. That you had to wear a mask. They gas lighted you with a media blitz to brainwash you into following their orders. They used smear tactics to isolated and bully people that would not obey. They tried to bribe people. They had no legal authority to tell you any of that, yet they used all the tools available to them and massive amounts of propaganda to push it upon you. Vast amounts of people followed their directions. Those people are followers. The people that refused to follow their bullshit are leaders. That is the strongest evidence you will find in modern times in a study of human behavior. It was put on display right in front of you. I don't know how you missed it.

Berethor · Answer

Yea girl you right about wolves but what about lions? tall, muscular leader is an alpha male.

Levin · Answer

Human dynamics and relationships are complicated and multifaceted. Some of the concepts may have some relative merit. ie we probably do alternate between different mood states and brain waves throughout the day. The idea that anyone is any fixed one thing or the other is really fucking stupid though.

provokeesmokee · Answer

No, what was observed in captivity wasn't even "alphas". Those were parent wolves.

PBandJ_Nerd · Answer

An alpha male is just a really attractive masculine guy. I personally see no reason to call oneself alpha, beta, omega, sigma, etc. What is the purpose of describing yourself that way?

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

Yes. Alpha males are an extreme minority of the world's population though.

Typically, those guys are extreme harden very dominate criminals of other harden criminals and so people will rarely come in contact with a real alpha man in a day to day life experience.

slatyb · Answer

Rigamarole just blocked me. Another conservative loser with nothing better to say than "You're just retarded". I always offer to play any game with them for serious money but none of them have taken me up on it.

236color · Answer

This is a concept made up by guys that want an excuse to be an asshole.

Siri137 · Answer

A person would have to be a complete dingbat to fall for such crap :D

Lokiion · Answer

Stupid term made up by insecure men honestly who’s going to refer to themselves as an alpha male or a beta male saying that doesn’t even sound right.

WhyohWhy69 · Answer

No. Remember- a lion doesn’t have to tell everyone it’s a lion.

stepyo99 · Answer

Of course. Hierarchies are a dominant feature of human social relations. The only thing that's cringe is when people either deny its existence or pretend like they're someone who they clearly aren't.

Annie_LevelUP_ADC · Answer

Not in the literal sense no. I read alpha I hear "best of the group, thriving, an example to follow". But what we see as an example will be subjective.

OfMiceandMen · Answer

The only people that believes in alpha males are those that believe they are alpha males, and quite often they are not.

exitseven · Answer

No, there are just guys that think they are the shit and some people believe them.

Anonymous · Answer

Why do so many people get triggered by the term alpha male. It just describes men who are charismatic, natural leaders, and they obviously exist. If there's another term you want to use that makes you less triggered, that's fine. Call them whatever you want.

LiamJHayden · Answer

I believe that some people are leaders and others are followers. Still others do their own thing. But the laughable, "I'm an Alpha" nonsense we usually get on this site? I think my question answered my thoughts on that.

inhua · Answer

then what do you call a Silverback Gorilla? or a Male Lion who rules his pride? or the largest Male crocodile within other crocodiles?

Kingofkings1992 · Answer

No. Anyone with a lick of intellect knows alpha/beta is total BS. Humans are very complex creatures, we are not animals.

RavVid · Answer

Why is it "believe in"? You either see and observe something or you don't. Leaders do exist.

disgustingweebtrash · Answer

It's impossible to deny the concept of "alpha" or whatever since the concept is present in chimps & other primates that evolved closely with us, we apply it in a much more complex way but we still retain hierarchal structure socially

DextroShade · Answer

In primate species their groups are lead by alpha males. Watch any documentary about chimpanzees or gorillas and remember that these animals are the most similar creatures to humans.

Christoff92 · Answer

Alpha males would be successful men with very high status. Not very egoistic cry babies that are in a utterly power trip.

Dargil · Answer

I believe there are are men who are more masculine and others less so,

AnusNdaPainus · Answer

Only betas don’t believe in alpha because they can’t compete  there is a reason it’s lonely at the top

gorydetails · Answer

Of course. There are men that are confident and leaders, and those that aren’t.

TheMan35 · Answer

Yes, I am. I am not saying this at random. When I see something goes wrong I take the control if I need.

LaFemmeFatale_1 · Answer

That howling wolf got me laughing haha

Nikki1989 · Answer

No, it is all nonsense.

WhitneySnow · Answer

No obviously not

CoolCatMar1 · Answer

Lol nah

Anonymous · Answer

I believe that society is a f***ing zoo.

Samantha_17 · Answer

Not sure...

Static_In_The_Attic · Answer

Nowadays NO!

Tstrbrainer · Answer

We see it often in our lives

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