twmac Posted February 9, 2011 I was searching for an image for my article on my own blog, when I find one I do the author courtesy of perusing for a bit. It resulted in me finding this: http://www.chrisflett.com/alpha-male-rant/time-to-grow-up-man-boy/ It is quite special, I posted a polite response but it hasn't been approved. Anyways, I thought it would make a good companion piece to the face palm post about Bulletstorm in the gaming section. I can't quite bring myself to dislike the guy as he clearly thinks he is on to something. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ThunderPeel2001 Posted February 9, 2011 His book looks good, though. http://www.chrisflett.com/book/ Did I say good...? Hmm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Orv Posted February 9, 2011 *Sigh* Will we never be understood?! We tried to be decent men, in an indecent time! Well, actually, we probably didn't, considering we're on the internet playing video games. People who think they know what they're talking about with sweeping generalization, Series 2! Moving swiftly along. . . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lu Posted February 9, 2011 Random guy with a blog doesn't like something other people do. I'm glad I have him to tell me what real men are and do. I wouldn't know what to do with my life otherwise. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miffy495 Posted February 9, 2011 Anyone who uses the term "alpha male" with any kind of seriousness (unless they are actually talking about wolves or something) has automatically dug themself into a hole as a helplessly old-fashioned, likely sexist idiot. After seeing the term "alpha male rant" I'm kind of curious as to why you'd bother to continue reading in the first place. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patters Posted February 9, 2011 The dickhead got fired for being incompetent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roderick Posted February 9, 2011 That was depressingly awful. Caught up in facile stereotypes of what it means to be human. Arbitrary nonsense, and he doesn't even understand it. What an unimaginative person. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tanukitsune Posted February 9, 2011 Everybody is a loser to someone else... I personally despise "alpha males" so much to the point of misandry... It's strange how watching 10 hours of TV a week is "normal", but spending 10 playing games makes you a loser... Uggg... I feel like I'm covered in sexism and testosterone just looking at that book cover... I need a bath of puppies, rainbows and unicorns now.. (I told you I despise "alpha males"!) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twmac Posted February 9, 2011 Anyone who uses the term "alpha male" with any kind of seriousness (unless they are actually talking about wolves or something) has automatically dug themself into a hole as a helplessly old-fashioned, likely sexist idiot. After seeing the term "alpha male rant" I'm kind of curious as to why you'd bother to continue reading in the first place. Pure, unadulterated masochism. Also, it was good for a giggle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Armchair General Posted February 9, 2011 His jealousy is palpable. Humble are we that have not contributed and 'done' something with our lives. All blog writers are plebs, that's my generalisation right back'atcha. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
syntheticgerbil Posted February 9, 2011 (edited) Anyone who uses the term "alpha male" with any kind of seriousness (unless they are actually talking about wolves or something) has automatically dug themself into a hole as a helplessly old-fashioned, likely sexist idiot. After seeing the term "alpha male rant" I'm kind of curious as to why you'd bother to continue reading in the first place. Haha, that's how I feel Miffy, especially two fold if the guy is trying to sell guides based on him being an Alpha Male. Funny thing is, I bet none of these guys come off as alpha in actual society (maybe a douche at the most) but that the internet propagates these types hide behind the anonymity to sell books to the desperate as there is nothing to be shattered. I get the feeling a real true "alpha male" would never waste time writing a guide on how to be top dog. It's just unbecoming. Anyway, what's obnoxious about this guy is he is after video gaming because of the pretense that everything a man spends his time on must contribute to society. It seems at the core he is proposing we be career driven all day in order to be of worth. I doubt this guy works 14 hour days every day a week only taking time to sleep. I would also venture he's of the type to spend at least 8 hours a week watching sports on some crap satellite setup. Also bible quotes FTW! And now I've devoted way too much attention and thought to a dolt that thinks every man in the world should be one way while all others who dare shoot their semen without his approval should be ashamed. What is really pathetic is he has defined who he is by his obsession with divisive thoughts like that. Edited February 9, 2011 by syntheticgerbil Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Orv Posted February 9, 2011 *Head at a 90 degree angle* This is why. . . I don't like. . . I. . . What the fuck? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ThunderPeel2001 Posted February 10, 2011 *Head at a 90 degree angle*This is why. . . I don't like. . . I. . . What the fuck? Lol. You haven't seen Magnolia then? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toblix Posted February 10, 2011 Oh, you should definitely see Magnolia. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snooglebum Posted February 10, 2011 _n2IVF9a2IAWhat is this I don't even Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ThunderPeel2001 Posted February 11, 2011 Damn. Well, he decided against publishing my stinging, damning rebuttal. No doubt he was brought to alpha-male tears at my many crushing points. Well, maybe not. I tried to point out: 1. We're the first generation of folks who grew up with games, that's why there's no-one older than us playing them -- this will change as we grow older. 2. Female gaming is on the increase -- are these women losers, too? 3. It's certainly not any more childish than watching sports ("My team lost the match... *cries*") or hell, playing sports. Going to the gym -- sure, that makes sense -- but organised sports? Why do you need to kick a ball around with other men? It's no more "mature" than gaming. Considering the posts he did decide to publish... I doubt that any of these guys have girlfriends anyway. Is there really women attracted to this type of guy? I’m guessing for both the men (and the women that date them) it’s a question of self-esteem. I think there is probably a direct correlation between guys who play these games more than 5 hours a week and very poor people skills.A guy that I work with plays an online game called Warcraft. He has his own ‘nickname’ and talks with the other guys in our office about things he wins, tools he buys, etc., and it is all referring to this ‘online world’ where he is king. I feel very sad for him. I think mine deserved a response. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ThunderPeel2001 Posted February 11, 2011 What is this I don't even It's only a movie. It's only a movie. It's only a movie. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snooglebum Posted February 11, 2011 It's only a movie. It's only a movie. It's only a movie.THAT DOESN'T HELP Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Orv Posted February 11, 2011 I like that the commenters solid limit for socially acceptable gaming practices is five hours. Not a second more! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tanukitsune Posted February 11, 2011 Damn. Well, he decided against publishing my stinging, damning rebuttal. No doubt he was brought to alpha-male tears at my many crushing points. Well, maybe not.I tried to point out: 1. We're the first generation of folks who grew up with games, that's why there's no-one older than us playing them -- this will change as we grow older. 2. Female gaming is on the increase -- are these women losers, too? 3. It's certainly not any more childish than watching sports ("My team lost the match... *cries*") or hell, playing sports. Going to the gym -- sure, that makes sense -- but organised sports? Why do you need to kick a ball around with other men? It's no more "mature" than gaming. Considering the posts he did decide to publish... I think mine deserved a response. So he's only allowing comments that are in his favor? *shakes head in shame* Like I said before, I now need to bathe in puppies and unicorns, I need to wash this macho sexism off me... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ThunderPeel2001 Posted February 11, 2011 Well to be fair, he's not published a comment in some time, so he may have not wanted to start a new discussion. And he DID publish one pro-gamer comment. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twmac Posted February 11, 2011 Sorry, although I am in agreeance, I just had to post to laugh at the great tag someone added. Admin, if you wish to kill this thread, go ahead. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanJW Posted February 11, 2011 He probably thinks reading books is childish too. Retaliatory generalisation: So called alpha-males are soulless, uncreative, close-minded, bigoted, hate-mongering, unintelligent, afraid-of-what-they-don't-understand, chauvenist, girl-friend-beating, outdated, thankfully dying-out dinosaurs of a bygone age that will not be missed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
