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Sigma is the 18th letter of the Greek alphabet, but does that mean a sigma male is just an average guy in the middle of the pack? Or is he something else entirely? Even if you’re familiar with the concept of the male hierarchy—a social construct that groups men into supposedly distinct categories named after Greek letters—you might not know many details about the “elusive” sigma male. In this article, we’ll explain what a sigma male is, what he’s said to be like, and how he’s believed to fit into the social pyramid.
Things You Should Know
- Sigma men are respected for their confidence and skills. However, they’re indifferent to social status.
- Sigmas are lone wolves. They’re nonconformist, self-reliant, and confident in who they are regardless of the social context they’re in.
- See yourself and others as individuals, not just labels. Don't buy into the idea of a rigid social hierarchy.
Steps
wikiHow Quiz: Am I a Sigma Male?
Community Q&A
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QuestionIs "sigma male" an insult?Community AnswerIt could be intended as such. However, it might also be a compliment.
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QuestionHow do I stop getting bullied for being a sigma male?Community AnswerJust be your authentic self. That will allow you to connect with people who accept you for who you are.
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QuestionCan a sigma male also be socially awkward? I seem to have both characteristics.Community AnswerYes, it's possible. Try boosting your confidence by reminding yourself that you're just as valid as anyone else. Be authentic and let others respond as they wish.
Tips
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Famous examples of sigma males in film include James Bond, Clint Eastwood, Jason Bourne, John Wick, and Han Solo. Some real-life sigmas include Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, and Leonardo da Vinci.[22]Thanks
Warnings
- Don't fall into the toxic rabbit hole of far-right ideology under the guise of understanding an oversimplified, made-up "male social hierarchy." Too many online spaces promote self-victimization, resentment, and cruelty in men who haven't had much romantic success yet.Thanks
References
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- ↑ https://hackspirit.com/sigma-male-11-things-they-do-and-how-you-can-become-one-too/
- ↑ https://hackspirit.com/sigma-male-11-things-they-do-and-how-you-can-become-one-too/
- ↑ https://www.newtraderu.com/2022/12/29/14-characteristics-of-a-sigma-male-the-lone-wolf/
- ↑ https://www.newtraderu.com/2022/12/29/14-characteristics-of-a-sigma-male-the-lone-wolf/
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- ↑ https://www.newtraderu.com/2022/12/29/14-characteristics-of-a-sigma-male-the-lone-wolf/
- ↑ https://thepleasantpersonality.com/gamma-male-vs-sigma-male/
- ↑ https://liveboldandbloom.com/10/personality-types/sigma-vs-alpha-male
- ↑ https://thepleasantpersonality.com/pros-and-cons-of-being-a-sigma-male/
- ↑ https://thepleasantpersonality.com/pros-and-cons-of-being-a-sigma-male/
- ↑ https://nextlevelgents.com/sigma-male/
- ↑ https://thepleasantpersonality.com/pros-and-cons-of-being-a-sigma-male/
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- ↑ https://www.iflscience.com/what-the-heck-are-sigma-males-meant-to-be-anyway-68725
- ↑ https://www.askmen.com/man_skills/essential/what-is-a-sigma-male-how-to-tell-if-you-fit-the-latest-male-archetype.html
- ↑ https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/lifestyle/article/sigma-grindset-tiktok-trend-2022
- ↑ https://www.askmen.com/man_skills/essential/what-is-a-sigma-male-how-to-tell-if-you-fit-the-latest-male-archetype.html
- ↑ https://nextlevelgents.com/sigma-male/
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