Be the Alpha

Vikash Shashi
Sep 9, 2018 · 3 min read

Out of 7.6 billion of us today in the ever blossoming world, how many of you stop to have a glance around? Ever noticed an exceedingly attractive man, the so called ‘Alpha-Male’? I was careful not to use the word ‘handsome’ as it has little to do with the aforementioned. But is there really such a thing as a human alpha male? If there is , then how to be one ? Lets find out.

WHAT IS AN ALPHA?

First off, Alphas are those at the top of the social status hierarchy. They have greater access to power, money, and mates, which they gain through physical prowess, intimidation, and domination. Alphas are typically described as the “real men.” In contrast are the “Beta” males: the weak, submissive, subordinate guys who are low status, and only get access to mates once women decide to settle down and go searching for a “nice guy.” A clichéd example would be James Bond 007- Fights the bad guys, is smart, witty, intelligent, knows severals dances, can converse in over 20 different languages and has a way with the ladies.

WHY BE THE ALPHA?

Why? This really shouldn't be a question worth answering, but I still will. It’s because - Alphas win! The alpha is persistent. There’s no quit in this man. He’s the tortoise not the hare. If he sets his eye on something, the world may collapse, but he will get it. He’s the last man standing. He goes after what he wants, even if the whole world stares him down. He is stubborn and is in it until the end. He’s also open-minded and willing to listen to others points’ of view. When he knows he’s flawed, he gives way and learns from people who are better than him. The alpha male knows how to treat a lady. He respects women, often because he’s had some great one’s in his life. He’s chivalrous man. Though he worships the ground his lady walks on, he knows how to pick ’em. He has style. He takes pride in how he looks and people respect him for that. He also knows how to dress like a man. The alpha male has a purpose. This may be his most defining trait. Where many wander through life trying to find their Self, the alpha male is too busy creating his Self. Every day he does something to bring himself closer to his goal.

HOW TO BE AN ALPHA?

Someone once rightly said — “Being great in today’s world is easy, because the majority is busy in being average.” This statement is all true. One need not bring out radical changes in oneself to be the Alpha. Hell, forget about being the alpha, be you. Be what you were made to be. Find a goal and be passionate about it. Be it gymming, acing at sports, studies, theater — anything. Toil day and night. Goals define your purpose in life. Work, sweat, slog — do what you may to achieve it. Refuse to bow down to its daunting nature. What’s stopping you? The thing thats stopping you is, you. Excuses sound best to the ones who make them.You have the knowledge, the support and the discipline to get it done. The fruit of everything good in life begins with a challenge. Challenge yourself to be better than what you were yesterday. Everything is uphill thats worthwhile. Tomorrow, tomorrow, tomorrow — there ain't no such thing as tomorrow. You only got today. Rise and grind. And then, watch the world transcend to your demands. Life will begin to make sense, people start to notice you. There is no taming you now. You are so dedicated, you are oblivious to the remarks/comments of your peers. You become a winner in every sense. And in the pursuit, see yourself mould into an Alpha.

Harvey Specter from Suits.

Be the man you ought to be - BE, THE ALPHA!

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