You might’ve met men who devote much of their time to playing video games and creating trendy artwork, with little regard for academic achievement or career success.
These are Omega Males.
They simply want to pass the time while indulging in their interests, often shifting to new hobbies when they tire of their current ones.
Although sometimes confused with Sigma males due to some similar traits, Omega males occupy a lower position in the socio-sexual hierarchy.
In the social hierarchy of men, an Omega Male sits at a lower position, and it goes like this:
- Alpha male
- Beta male
- Delta male
- Gamma male
- Omega male
- Zeta male
While Sigma Males also exist, they tend to stand outside of the hierarchy.
While Omega males are pretty significant in society, specific problems are attached to this personality type.
To understand more about this personality type, let us examine the traits of an Omega male, the benefits and drawbacks of such a personality, and why he is the way he is.
Now, here’s what we’re going to discuss in this blog:
- What is an Omega Male?
- What traits actually define a Omega male?
- What are the Pros and Cons of being one?
- How do you lead your life if you’re a Omega male personality?
This article will answer all of these questions and help you determine your place within the social hierarchy.
If you’re an Omega male, don’t worry because we’ll help you become an Alpha male.
You’re at MenVerve, pal. We got you.
Let’s go!
What Is an Omega Male?
An Omega male is often seen as an outsider who doesn’t conform to societal norms and expectations.
He prioritises his interests and hobbies over social status or career success.
He has great difficulty forming close relationships and often prefers to be alone or with a small circle of like-minded friends.
Visualize an Omega like a Gaming YouTuber, a nerd who loves comics, action heroes, and other personal interests so much that he cuts himself out from society.
Though often mistaken for a Sigma, he stands apart from the crowd, and his true nature is revealed by his distinct traits, leading to ridicule for pretending to be a Sigma male.
ALSO READ: The Story of Tristan Tate: How He Went from Palace to Prison
Role of An Omega In Society
An Omega male’s casual attitude toward his place in society often results in him perpetually occupying the near-bottom place.
Due to his lack of self-assurance and low position, he faces multiple challenges in fulfilling his societal roles.
While being an Omega seems effortless, his childlike mindset makes it difficult for him to perform well in society.
Men don’t hang out with him, women don’t respect him and he’s often left alone by the society.
Nevertheless, he still has the potential to make significant contributions to society, particularly in areas he’s passionate about.
By taking on new tasks and developing his skillsets, he can make equal contributions to society as Deltas and Betas.
The only thing that holds an Omega back is his tendency to disregard the well-being of others.
People take note of this and often push him lower in the hierarchy and eventually out of the social group.
ALSO READ: How to Rizz Like a Pro: Internet’s Most Effective Guide!
Traits of an Omega Male
Just because an Omega male is ranked near bottom in the social hierarchy doesn’t mean he’s incapable in any way.
If you identify similar traits, kindly don’t consider yourself an Omega directly.
Male personality can be a mix of different personalities and you may want to learn about other personalities including Sigma, Alpha, Beta, Delta, and Gamma, to discover yourself.
As for the Omega male, let us examine the traits that make him different from the pack.
He’s a Loner
Since an Omega male displays traits similar to Sigma males, he can be considered a loner.
He creates his own little world and thrives within it.
Due to this unconventional attitude, others who do not share his interests often overlook him.
He may attempt to form friendships but find that others are not receptive to his thoughts.
Consequently, he distances himself from social circles and forges his own path.
This self-reliance and independence make him a complete loner who is forced to enjoy his own company.
Example: He would spend more time in his bed than with his friends or partners.
He doesn’t follow Trends
As a longer, he typically doesn’t concern himself with current events or the activities of the outer world.
An Omega male may not even bother to find out who the new POTUS is or what happened in his own neighborhood yesterday.
Instead, he tends to occupy himself with personal pursuits such as listening to music or painting an abstract.
You will rarely find him possessing any valuable information or insight about the world.
He is often indifferent to the latest trends and doesn’t make any effort to keep up with them, leading to a lack of interest and awareness of what’s popular.
Example: If there was a National emergency, he would be the last to know because he’s often too busy by himself.
He Prioritizes Personal Comfort
The Omega male’s tendency to prioritize his personal comfort over the opinions, preferences, and feelings of others can lead others to dislike him.
He will help others only when it suits him and may harm others if he’s hurt himself.
This attitude often contributes to a bullying mindset where he falsely believes himself to be an Alpha and uses his self-perception to bully others.
However, this isn’t true for all Omega males. Some are mortally afraid of violence and illicit behavior due to the risks attached.
Most Omega males will often escape the situation if confronted by an Alpha in the process of Bullying.
Alpha males often control Omega and Gamma males and put them back in their position in the socio-sexual hierarchy.
Example: He loves his couch more than his bed and his bed more than you.
He Disagrees a LOT!
An Omega male often encounters difficulties in his relationships because of his stubborn mindset.
He will rarely reach an agreement with others, leading to conflict and tension in the relationships.
This stubbornness is usually due to the fact that he lives in his own little world and sees differing opinions as an attack on his personality.
Although he will be well-liked by others, his changing behavior can cause people to form negative opinions of him.
He will struggle significantly with his family members, who disapprove of his thoughts and actions.
You might’ve seen a friend or two complaining how “toxic” his parents are when in reality, they’re very sweet.
That’s an Omega male right there.
Example: He is so in love with himself that any outside opinion is a direct threat to his personality, so he’ll fight with you but never agree.
He’s Charming
Despite his potential for annoyance, it is an undeniable fact that an Omega can be incredibly charming.
In romantic relationships, he will be fiercely loyal and will go to great lengths to demonstrate his commitment.
He will literally challenge the world to protect his love.
However, if he doesn’t receive equal attention or affection from his partner, he will withdraw his own investment and become disinterested.
This genuine quality of an Omega male sounds very interesting to women who find themselves attracted to him.
However, as soon as they discover his other traits, they tend to run higher up the hierarchy to Alphas and Betas.
This has happened throughout history and continues to happen.
Example: He is so charming that he’ll almost make a woman fall for him but will make one mistake due to his other traits and land straight in the friend zone.
He’s Addicted to Himself
He has a strong attachment to his hobbies and interests, which are often unproductive.
He will spend hours working on puzzles, playing video games, or building Lego sets.
While these activities are enjoyable, they are not productive or beneficial for his growth.
He may not take up growth-oriented hobbies like listening to podcasts, taking courses, or going to the gym because they require focused work.
He would rather engage in activities that are stimulating and addictive for his mind.
This tendency often puts him in the lowest place in the hierarchy because he never breaks his limitations. He’s fine where he is.
Example: He will play video games for 7 hours a day but won’t read 3 pages of a book and then blame the world for losing the race.
He Avoids Confrontation
An Omega male often avoids confrontation and prefers to stay out of arguments.
He doesn’t want to be involved in discussions that might backfire on him.
This is because he doesn’t think or read enough to carry a civil dialogue.
He does have opinions, but they’re rarely backed by data.
Due to this, he can’t actively participate in debates because he’ll lose.
People often overlook him when seeking advice because they perceive him as uninterested and uninvolved.
However, if somebody does seek his opinions, he’ll offer an entirely different perspective which goes against the popular consensus, leading to disagreements.
Example: He might start a discussion but the minute it starts going a little too deep, he pulls out.
He’s Sweet but annoying
The Omega male is often labeled as the “sweet guy,” which initially appears endearing to others.
However, as time passes, being too sweet quickly irritates those around him.
While he should be admired for helping out, going overboard, and offering too much makes people dislike him.
Let’s face it; nobody likes their boundaries shattered, even if its God at the door.
To understand this better, think of him as the guy who’ll call you 24 times in 24 hours to see if you’re okay.
While the gesture is sweet, being a busy person, you might get annoyed.
Being too sweet also makes an Omega male an easy target for women to walk all over.
This guy is often the “male best friend” or Orbiter who does everything for the woman he’s friends with, but she just ends up taking advantage of him.
Example: If he finds out you’re upset, he’ll visit you in the middle of the night with cookies and chocolates.
He’s the Devil’s Advocate
Sometimes the Omega male likes confrontation to feed his ego.
He will engage in an argument not because he believes he is right or others are wrong but simply for the sake of winning.
Facts don’t matter much to him. This tendency to argue and offer opposing opinions makes people cut him from the social group.
Despite knowing that he might fail in the argument, he still will say what he wants to say.
If he finds out he’s not winning the argument; he’ll resort to other methods, such as raising his voice, shouting at you, or even crying to get some sympathy points.
Example: His ego is so big that if he starts losing an argument, you better hope it doesn’t get all dramatic.
He’s Creative
An Omega male is extremely creative, partly due to his varied hobbies and interests.
He can come up with innovative solutions to problems that are appreciated by others.
However, he doesn’t strive to exceed his limits and climb higher in his field.
In other words, he’s creative enough to find a solution but not strong enough to become a leader and carry that solution to the world.
A lot of inventors fall into this category, but they’re not businessmen who can take their inventions to the world.
This is why businessmen are often the Alpha males of the society because they’re capable of leadership.
Example: He can create beautiful works of art but he lacks the business sense to ever sell one piece out of his collection.
He Competes Very Well
If it comes to competition, it’s tough to defeat an Omega male.
He will often emerge victorious in areas where he excels.
He is very strategic in his approach and will not let his opponent win easily. Think of Chuck Rhoades from Billions.
However, he’s very selective when it comes to competition and will engage if it interests him or brings greater chances of winning.
Success in such competitions is his way of gaining recognition and possibly improving his position in the hierarchy.
This is a quality I think we should admire in the Omega male.
Example: He’ll take part in a competition only when he’s certain that he’s going to win and the others will lose.
Benefits Of Being an Omega
While being an Omega male may feel like an achievement at times because you have absolute independence and peace, it’s important to recognise other benefits of having such a personality.
Going Easy On things
An Omega male tends to be carefree and doesn’t worry about things that may disrupt his peace of mind.
He is often in his own world and believes that it is best to take things easy and let go of what he cannot control.
Irrespective of the situation he’s in, having a peaceful mind is critical to him.
Expert In His Own Skills
The Omega male is not interested in participating in the global race.
He will always have a variety of skills to rely on, allowing him to take on different jobs to survive in society.
Be it cooking, waiting tables in a restaurant, or even cleaning floors; he’ll be doing it all.
The Omega male can sustain his life without feeling the need for a career or financial advancement.
Being Honest
An Omega male may bring differing opinions to the table, but this doesn’t mean he’s incapable of making friends.
He can maintain a small circle of like-minded individuals very easily.
People often trust him because he’s honest in his interactions.
The Omega male is appreciated by those who are sensitive and caring as well as those who are curious.
Drawbacks Of Being an Omega
Most traits mentioned earlier are actually drawbacks of being an Omega male.
However, there are a few bigger drawbacks that end up suffocating the life of these men.
These drawbacks often keep them in the lower end of the hierarchy and are necessary to surpass.
Fewer career opportunities
Omega males are known for their independent thinking and tendency to move at their own pace.
However, they fail to realize that their lack of action can lead to a lot of lost career opportunities.
While they have the skills, they also love their comfort zone too much to step out.
This makes it harder for them to survive in the world and be financially strong.
Most Omega males realize this drawback when they’re in their thirties and time has passed.
If they recognize this sooner, they may be able to become better.
People Will Make Fun of Him
Omega males are often seen as weaker in physique or social intelligence than others, which makes them a target for criticism, mockery, and rejection.
They may feel like outcasts and struggle to fit in with others, causing them to spend most of their time alone.
This social isolation will make them feel stuck in a rut and unable to find a way out.
This forces Omega males to become loners and be fine with it.
May get Depressed
An Omega male is likely to struggle with loneliness and conflict with others, which can lead to depression and social anxiety.
He may find it difficult to outgrow this loneliness and connect with people because his differing opinions always push him out of the groups.
He may even run to alcohol and smoke to feel better about himself but may eventually become addicted, further destroying his life.
Such destruction often happens when he’s getting over a breakup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Omega Males Succeed in Careers?
They can, but the changes of that are very slim. The traits of an Omega male make him weak in the race of global pursuit. However, if he can pick up a specific goal and make a detailed plan to achieve it, he can succeed in about 5-7 years.
Can An Omega Become an Alpha?
For an Omega male to become an Alpha, he has to surpass the limitations of Gamma, Delta, and, finally, Beta males. This can be extremely challenging because the traits of an Alpha male are entirely opposite to that of an Omega. However, working hard and getting fit can help.
Are Omega Males Shy?
Yes. Due to their introversion, Omega males are often shy of large social gatherings. They will work out well with a small circle, but they leave the circle the minute it starts turning bigger. They still make fantastic friends and partners.
The Bottomline
Becoming an Omega male may seem easy to follow because it requires no effort to settle for a low-ranking position.
However, this is not a position of respect, authority, and dominance. An Omega will always be defeated by others higher in the hierarchy.
While certain personality traits come naturally to individuals, choosing to improve oneself is a clear mark of greatness.
It requires significant determination and courage to take the necessary steps toward self-improvement.
When others judge you based on your personality, instead of taking offense, strive to become an Alpha or, at the very least, a Beta male.
These positions will bring you the respect, power, and influence you deserve.
Ultimately, your position in the socio-sexual hierarchy is entirely your choice.
You either choose to be an Alpha or be an Omega and lose your potential to win.
Accepting the truth about yourself and working towards improving your personality traits is the key to unlocking the door to personal growth.
Transforming from an Omega Male to an Alpha Male is a challenging yet entirely achievable task if you choose to take it up.
If you want to learn how you can become better, read our articles on the Alpha, Beta, Delta, Gamma, and Sigma personalities.
These can provide a useful framework for understanding your current position and identifying improvement areas.
All the best, King!
