Why Is Neuroticism So Toxic?
“80% of success is showing up.” –Woody Allen Source: Colin Swan/Wikimedia Commons Many comedians—such as Woody Allen and most of the cast on Seinfeld—are notorious for playing characters who are slightly neurotic or plagued by debilitating neuroses. Although neuroticism[1] is laughable as part of a stand-up act or sitcom, many studies have found that being excessively neurotic has serious consequences....