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Everything you need to know about the misunderstood omega male
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You've probably heard about alpha males—but what about omega males? They're basically the opposite of an alpha, but that's not necessarily a bad thing! Where an alpha wants to lead, an omega wants to go his own way. Read on to learn more about these elusive, independent men and how they stack up to the other 6 male personality types. Maybe you know an omega male, or maybe you are one yourself.
Things You Should Know
- Omega males don't care about social status. They follow their own counsel rather than listening to or depending on others. They're neither leaders nor followers.
- Omega men tend to be creative, quirky, introverted, and authentic. People appreciate their helpfulness and sincerity. Their impulsivity and irreverence can become problems.
- Omega males don't bow to any authority other than their own. They usually don't follow leaders or obey rules unless they agree with them personally.
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He is independent and self-sufficient. An omega man doesn't need anybody else to go where he wants to go and do what he wants to do in life. He's capable of doing everything on his own. He'd rather learn how to do things himself than rely on others. [2] X Research source
- Being independent also means shying away from any responsibilities, especially those that require him to answer to anyone else.
- The downside of this trait is that he can have a hard time asking for help when he actually does need it. He may not express his needs, meaning he may struggle more than he needs to.
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He marches to the beat of his own drum. The confident omega does what he wants to do, wears what he wants to wear, and says what he wants to say. He doesn't really care what society says about his choices. He tends to have an eclectic, bold taste that some people might regard as weird, but it suits him just fine. [3] X Research source
- Many omegas tend to flout gender norms as well. Societal notions of masculinity mean nothing to the omega man. If wearing heels or eyeliner makes him feel good, that's what he's going to do.
- Unfortunately, some immature omegas may experiment with things that are risky or even illegal in the name of curiosity.
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He is interested and curious about the world. He never lost his childlike sense of wonder. His wide-eyed curiosity keeps him from having preconceived notions. He's more likely to be hopeful and optimistic than cynical and jaded. [4] X Research source
- Some omegas have a dark sense of humor. This can be amusing with the right company, but inconsiderate in the wrong circumstances. It's best for omega men to be discerning about a situation.
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He seeks out creative, problem-solving opportunities. Omegas like to be creative and fix things, so they're always looking for ways to do that. But don't be surprised if his fixes are completely unconventional! Omegas may come up with unique "life hacks" that they're excited to share. [5] X Research source
- People often seek out his advice because of his out-of-the-box thinking. His solution probably won't be anything they would have thought of, but it'll work like a charm.
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He's quirky and doesn't conform to societal standards. He's unique and has a lot of diverse interests that really come through in his style choices and the way he acts. Even though he's introverted, he's not afraid to make a scene when he's out in public, as long as whatever he's doing is entertaining to him. [6] X Research source
- He's not seeking attention and he doesn't care if he gets it. But because he's so different, he does tend to draw stares and whispers wherever he goes.
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He isn't easily influenced. The omega male doesn't care what anyone thinks. This man won't do something just because someone tells him he should. He's just not interested in how other people think he should lead his life. [7] X Research source
- He's also not one to ask for advice—he's confident enough to make up his own mind without validation from anyone else.
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He is open-minded and non-judgmental. The omega's childlike curiosity and lack of concern for others' opinions mean he doesn't tend to judge other people either. He's always happy to listen to what you have to say (he's a great listener) and he's not going to condemn you for making a decision that might go against the grain. [8] X Research source
- He appreciates different viewpoints and tends to listen without challenging. This can make him hard to pin down—he won't always let on whether he agrees with you.
- Because he's non-confrontational and tends to go his own way, he's not a guy who always has to be right. He's perfectly fine agreeing to disagree.
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He enjoys being single but is open to long-term relationships. The omega male has a reputation for not being great with other people, especially when dating. But it's really just that he prefers his own company to anyone else's. In a relationship, omegas tend to be skeptical of anyone who tries to fit him into a specific role or box or pressure him to conform to their (or society's) expectations. [9] X Research source
- He's definitely not going to get married and have kids just because that's what society expects him to do—although he will do it if that's what he really wants.
- Omegas are more likely to have non-traditional relationships that are better suited to their own needs. For example, he might be polyamorous or ethically non-monogamous.
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He cultivates many different hobbies and interests. Omegas tend toward niche hobbies and interests that don't attract a lot of people. They also get bored pretty easily, so they're likely to jump around among a lot of different, completely unrelated pursuits rather than focusing on one thing. [10] X Research source
- Since omegas aren't very competitive and don't care about being either leaders or followers, don't expect them to be into sports (especially team sports like football and hockey).
- An omega guy is frequently going to be drawn to activities that allow him to express his creativity, such as painting, woodworking, or fashion design.
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He's more introverted and enjoys being alone. While he may enjoy socializing with people he likes, he also needs plenty of alone time to recharge. If you see him out at an event or social function, he'll likely be camped out somewhere on the fringes and he won't stay long. [11] X Research source
- If you're in a relationship with an omega male, be understanding of the fact that he needs his alone time. It's nothing personal—he just needs to recharge.
- Typically, an omega has a small, close-knit group of friends. A lot of his friends will be people he was more or less forced to hang out with, such as his old college roommate or his lab partner.
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He's sincerely friendly and helpful. When the omega male offers help, he has no ulterior motives. He genuinely likes to be helpful to others—not to gain their approval, but because he wants to feel useful. He has a lot of empathy and understands what it feels like to be shunned or brushed aside by others, so he doesn't want anyone else to feel that way. [12] X Research source
- When an omega guy helps you, he won't expect anything in return. In fact, he'll probably get uncomfortable and shrug it off if you try to make a big deal out of it.
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He doesn't brag and is satisfied with what he has. The omega male doesn't care about having the trendiest gadgets or the latest styles. He's more concerned with utility than appearance—something's value for him is in what it does for him and how it enriches his life, not its brand or how much it cost. [13] X Research source
- The flip side of this is that he's not the most ambitious guy. He's happy with where he's at, not constantly chasing the next big thing. His goals may be modest or unconventional.
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He's not competitive or confrontational. Omegas don't tally who wins or who loses. He doesn't see someone else's success as his own failure. On the contrary, he's more likely to believe that when one person wins, everyone wins. He's happy to celebrate anyone's victory and doesn't see it as taking anything from his own life. [14] X Research source
- For an omega, there's plenty to go around, so there's no need to fight over anything. If someone else needs something more than he does, he'll gladly give it up.
- Being non-competitive also means the omega male isn't very ambitious. He's not trying to get ahead in business and he's unlikely to be an entrepreneur. The idea of "beating out the competition" just doesn't sit well with him.
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He may change careers or workplace roles often. Omegas don't like to be leaders or take on too much responsibility, so when they get to the point in a career where they're likely to be promoted, they're just as likely to bounce to something else. An omega guy also gets bored easily, so by the time he's mastered a field (if not before), he's ready to move on. [15] X Research source
- Because they don't do well with hierarchy, omegas are more likely to be self-employed or to have several side hustles rather than a single stream of income.
- An omega male likes the flexibility that freelance work can give him because he only wants to work when he wants to.
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He's charming but genuine and honest. There's something appealing about his childlike zest for life, his quirky authenticity, and his "live and let live" attitude. And because the omega guy has no ulterior motives and isn't trying to get ahead of anyone else, he has no reason to be anyone other than himself. [16] X Research source
- Omegas rarely, if ever, lie. While they care about your feelings, they usually respect you too much to deceive you. And the idea of lying for social status makes no sense to them.
- An omega man has enough empathy to read a situation. Even though he doesn't feel the need to impress anyone, he's not going to intentionally hurt anyone either.
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