Explain to me "charisma" or "aura"

AstralPanda said:
He doesn't like Conor. Therefore he isn't charismatic.

Which is unfortunately a common theme on these boards, most opinions are dominated by a dislike towards a fighter, so what is glaringly obvious gets woefully ignored.
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wtf, if a guy comes as unlikeable it's obvious that his charisma isn't universal as a fan (atic) may think; i'd say that the guy isn't charismatic at all, since it'd be evident for everyone.

Now people is guilty to not like what we like, it's crazy.
 
Lee Danger said:
wtf, if a guy comes as unlikeable it's obvious that his charisma isn't universal as a fan (atic) may think; i'd say that the guy isn't charismatic at all, since it'd be evident for everyone.

Now people is guilty to not like what we like, it's crazy.
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Charisma is objective (to some degree). It's obvious to anyone that Conor is charismatic. You don't have to like him to aknowledge that.

I don't like Hitler. Was he charismatic? He was.
 
Anthony Smith is the very definition of charisma (void).
 
Aura is just gen alpha slang for being stoic or exuding a sense of restrained danger or capability.
 
Lee Danger said:
wtf, if a guy comes as unlikeable it's obvious that his charisma isn't universal as a fan (atic) may think; i'd say that the guy isn't charismatic at all, since it'd be evident for everyone.

Now people is guilty to not like what we like, it's crazy.
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I think it's just when we don't like someone, there's a tendency to overlook strengths and go out of our way to avoid giving them credit.

So, hypothetically, if someone is objectively charismatic, a person might refuse to give them those flowers because of that inherent bias and dislike of them.

We've all done it to some degree, it's pretty human, but it's just important to acknowledge this flaw in human nature and thinking, especially when it comes to how polarizing and notorious figures are analyzed.

People need to practice showing respect and acknowledging the attributes of others, regardless of their personal feelings.

There's a time and place to be emotional, but as men, I think it's our job to not be dictated by it.
 
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Aura and Charisma is very hard to find in athletes. It is what draws blow joe to an athlete. That is probably the easiest way to describe it.

Being great at something will only take you so far. Having that aura/charisma or otherwise known as the IT factor will make you a super star even when you aren't the best in your field.
 
"Charisma" is more reserved for smooth talkers and people who are generally just "cool", for lack of a better term.

"Aura" is something Fedor had, where they don't have to say a word to get people's attention.
 
Rubios said:
First things first: for me, a fighter is exciting or not depending on what he does inside the cage.

That said, after following the sport for many years, I've watched many "face-offs" in press conferences and YT throws at me tons of reels and whatnot of fighters not fighting.
Plus the post-fight interviews, obviously.

Maybe it's something cultural, I'm Spaniard, or I'm missing nuances because English is not even my second language.
I'm approaching 40, so I was young enough at some of the times I'm referring to.

Conor (prime Conor, not... the current junkie one) never struck me as charismatic. Pre-Aldo fight he was overly loud, histrionic, annoying and disrespectful to a true legend.
Pre-Khabib, I think Khabib was the charismatic one, not even a contest.

I like some flex when you are smart, witty and can deliver a joke: DDP.
Chael Sonnen (back then), obviously. Fedor.
JG is lots of fun.
Khabib and now Islam are comedy gold and have charisma over 9000. I'm not a muslim and couldn't care less about religion.

Leon is boring as a fighter, but calling his mom in tears after KOing Usman and right next being cold enough for the "headshot, dead" punchline was pure magic.

For context, IMO Jokic is the most charismatic NBA player right now by a mile.
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LOL You like Sonnen, a guy who never ever ever ever ever won the big fight, sold wolf tickets too many times to count, and is about as fake as one can get .... but you dont like Conor, a guy who while was loud and brash actually backed up most of what he said in the cage. I'll never understand shit like that.
 
loisestrad said:
Fedor is probably one of the least charismatic fighters out there. You could say that his lack of charisma made him charismatic, but that was only so cuz he was probably, in his prime, the most feared MMA fighter out there, ever. So his "charisma" was based on him destroying his opponents. Certainly not on him being charismatic as a person. He was the opposite.
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Not true. Charisma isn’t always about talking or being witty. Stoic people can be charismatic. Appearance factors into it, demeanor, actions, etc. It’s about the way people react. Fedor stone faced, but when he talks it’s very authoritative amost like a statesman. He’s not off the charts charismatic, but he’s got it. People project the image of a leader on to him. And that’s how people treated him.

My favorite example is Nick Diaz. He trips over his own tongue. Very uncomfortable speaking, likes to be alone. But the shit he says and the way he carries himself just attracts interest. The whole ghetto slap thing. Even the look on his face. He’s like a living meme. That’s why people say “Diaz 1, 2, 3, 4, 5” even when he loses. He’s a character in the story.
 
You know it when you see it. Not all forms of it are the same.
 
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I will explain aura in context of sherdog. Once upon a time someone’s witch GF was watching Anderson Silva and he apparently has a dark flaming bird aura that surrounds him when he fights.
 
We all know what the definition is, but relating to mma?? It's a guy who has excess confidence in his skills and is very expressive in communicating that. And also has a appealing and strong personality, funny, witty, cocky. But always in a light and positive way. Once a fighter gets angry and threatening it stops being charismatic. Conor pre Khabib was charismatic, post he was just loud and angry. Ali was charismatic, Tyson was angry.
 
Aura and charisma are something you are born with dawg. Its not something that can be defined easily but you know it when you see it.
 
It's pretty simple to look at the numbers and see who appeals to the masses and who doesn't.
 
charisma

fighters with no charisma........well alot of fighters are dull in front of a camera or a microphone. doesnt mean they have no charisma at all. some people just stand out in a crowd or on a screen and most people don't. some try to stand out and it doesnt work that well/

clint eastwood.....he is really not that great of an actor but he has more charisma than man many so called great actors. when Clint was on your tv screen....it somehow was good. you cannot define charisma that easily.
 
Simply ask yourself:

1. Are people talking about them?
2. Are women trying to fuck them?
3. Would the gay/bi/cuckold Sherdog posters be happy if he found out the fighter fucked his girlfriend/wife/themselves, etc...?
4. Do you find yourself clicking on media clips that involve them in your YT recommendations?
5. Are they associated with objectively high watch data, PPVs, etc...?

If you know those five things, you won't miss too much on a charisma front.

Note: The best examples of charisma vs. non-charisma aer Bisping vs. Colby on Fox (Colby got somewhat better over time), and Conor vs. Chad Mendes in that presser after he beat him the first time.
 
It just seems that you are more drawn to fighters who let their fists do the talking.

I’m sure in your personal life that there’s some people you’re more drawn to than others. Not sure of your profession, but if you’re employed by any kind of organization where you work closely with leadership or supervision. there’s likely some folks that you’d rather take direction from than others.

Aside from profession, and assuming you’re not a total dork, perhaps you’ve been at a party or social mixer and met a person that you actually enjoyed talking to, and if asked, you would say that you actually liked them and enjoyed their company (not in a sexual way, necessarily). Perhaps you would even go so far as to say that they cool and interesting. That, imo, indicates that this individual has some charisma and charm that drew you in. Mind you, this is highly subjective. Not everyone would agree that this guy/girl is charismatic in the way that you did.
 
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