An Omega explains that fear combined with being excessively self-centered is the root cause of inaction and negative behavioral patterns for men whose SSH status is on the lower end of the scale:
The OMEGA fears authority. Most of us were badly betrayed by the ones entrusted with our protection and mentorship. The authorities are figures to be placated constantly or avoided entirely. For me, the fear of their rageful disaproval is often paralyzing. It is only until the last year or so that I have made an effort to overcome what is almost always an irrational compulsion.
Creating this blog was an act of defiance against this fear. I was quite paranoid about what others would think, particularly the author of this blog’s inspiration, Vox Day of Sigma Game. He is the authority on the topic and I do respect him. What would he think?
“Are YOU trying to parasitize from MY audience?”
“Is this some kind of PRETENDER?”
“What makes you some SELF APPOINTED expert?”
All these thoughts elicited feelings of shame, fear, guilt, and sadness.
Now, as a general principle, it’s not unwise to fear a Dark Lord. It’s not an appellation that I bestowed upon myself, but it is a title that I have accepted since I have earned, in more ways than one, for reasons that are almost entirely unknown to the general public. There is a reason, nay, there are many reasons I am addressed that way in an unironic fashion. If the media that is always seeking to do hit pieces on me only had one-quarter the intelligence they believe they possess, and simply went to the trouble to talk to the relevant individuals involved, the Wikipedia article dedicated to me would not only look entirely different, it would be a fascinating read.
But that’s as it may be. I am, as I have often pointed out, a kinder and gentler sort of Dark Lord. I have even been known to successfully interact with children on occasion, when the situation calls for it.
My reaction to the new Omega Journey substack can be summarized as follows, in order of my reactive thought process:
Amusement. Why does he imagine I would care one way or the other? Whatever he does, it’s no business of mine.
Approval. Good for him. There is far too much stress on Sigmas and Gammas when the SSH is being discussed. We could certainly use more input from the Omegas.
Doubt. His expressed idea of a journey “from low to high” suggests the Omega might have a bit of a Gamma strain in him. His likelihood of success would be considerably higher if he shoots for a nice, normal Delta life and a respected place within the hierarchy.
Acceptance. Bookmarked for a future post, tentatively recommended via Substack dashboard.
So, I think we shall all follow, with varying degrees of interest, the Omega on his journey. And I’m sure we all wish him well. My only advice to him is to a) be ruthlessly and relentlessly honest, and b) don’t get carried away by a modicum of public attention from anyone, including me.
And just because it is necessary to point this out when dealing with low-status men, please understand that this post does not suggest, imply, or indicate, in any way, that we are now best friends and will spend future weekends together braiding each other’s hair.
Do your thing. Do it well. And leave me alone to do mine.
" ... a) be ruthlessly and relentlessly honest"
I have found this advice to be helpful. Any other reason to write. / post comes across poorly.
My brother is so gamma, he is omega. Is that a thing? The self-centered aspect is very real. He cuts off and never engages in any conversation that isn't specifically interesting to him. If he picks the movie he talks the whole way through, explaining it. If someone else picks the movie he talk the whole way through making fun of it. Most family hold him at arms length because of this self centered, socially oblivious behavior.